Paris’ flea markets (marchés aux puces in French), readily accessible via the metro system, offer a delightful experience for those inclined to search for unexpected treasures amidst the brocante (second-hand goods) and assorted bric-a-brac on display. Additionally, a selection of new goods may also be found, and a degree of bargaining is anticipated.
Saint Ouen Flea market
This extensive flea market, established in the 19th century (1885), is regarded as Europe’s largest flea market and one of the most frequently visited destinations on the continent. It is located at the northern edge of the 18th arrondissement (Mo 4 Porte de Clignancourt). The market features over 2000 stalls, which are organized into ten distinct areas, each specializing in various offerings such as antiques, affordable clothing, vintage items, and artwork. Additional information can be obtained at the Centre d’information (154 rue des Rosiers, Saint Ouen), the dedicated tourist office. The market welcomes visitors to its premises on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, operating from 8 AM to 7 PM, with extended hours during the summer months.
If you arrive by metro (Line 4, Station Porte de clignancourt) , walk north along ave de la porte de clignancourt and cross under the Blvd périphérique to the inner suburb of Saint Ouen. The market is centered around rue des rosiers street and nearby Avenue Michelet, rue Paul Bert, rue Voltaire.
While shopping watch out for pickpockets.
Porte de Vanves Flea Market
This market, in the far south western corner of the 14th arrondissement, is known for its fine selection of junk. Georges Lafenestre avenue looks like a giant car-boot sale, with lots of items that aren’t quite old (or classy) enough to qualify as antiques. Marc Sangnier avenue is lined with stalls selling new clothes, shoes, handbags, and household items. It is open Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 1.30. On Sunday afternoon a market with clothes, thrift, and accessories is open until 6pm (7pm in summer).
Metro : Ligne 13, station Porte de Vanves in the south of Paris
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Aligre Market
The Aligre Market (Marché d’Aligre), smaller and more central than the others located at place d’Aligre – just 700 meters southeast of place de la Bastille – is truly one of the best gems in Paris! Here, you can joyfully rummage through an enchanting array of cardboard boxes filled with timeless, old clothes and unique accessories once cherished by fashionable Parisians decades ago. It’s a delightful paradise for vintage goods waiting to be discovered!
It open Tuesday to Sunday until 1pm.
Metro: Line 8, station Ledru Rollin
Puces de Montreuil flea market
This market, established in the 19th century, is in the south-eastern corner of the 20th arrondissement between the Porte Montreuil metro station and the périphérique ring road. It is known for having good quality second-hand clothes ad designer seconds. The 500 stalls also sell engravings, jewelry and linen. It is open on Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 7am to 7pm.
Metro: Line 1, station porte de Montreuil
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