Visit the markets and flea markets around Saumur

Staying in a hotel near Saumur also means taking the time to stroll through farmers' markets and browse the typical flea markets of the Loire Valley.

Between colorful stalls, local produce, and antique objects steeped in history, these events punctuate local life and offer an authentic immersion in the Loire Valley lifestyle.

Around our hotel-restaurant La Croix-Blanche, located in Fonevraud—between Saumur and Chinon—there are plenty of opportunities to fill your basket… or leave with a unique find.

Markets around Saumur

The weekly markets are the perfect opportunity to discover local specialties: seasonal fruits and vegetables, goat cheeses, rillettes, Loire wines, and artisanal products.
 

• Longué-Jumelles: local produce market every first Sunday from April to September, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Thursday mornings from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saumur: Large market on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., a must-see for its lively atmosphere in the heart of the city.
• Gennes: Market on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., perfect for a gourmet stop on the banks of the Loire.
• Montsoreau: Market on Sunday mornings from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., in one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
• Varennes-sur-Loire: Market on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., ideal for preparing a Loire Valley picnic. Each market has its own atmosphere, but all share the conviviality and richness of the Saumur region.

Flea markets and antique shops near Saumur

Want to leave with a unique souvenir? The flea markets around Saumur are renowned for the quality of their vendors and the diversity of items on offer.
 

• The Montsoreau Flea Market: a true institution, it takes place every second Sunday of the month on the village quays. For over 30 years, nearly 80 professionals have offered antique furniture, objets d'art, and authentic finds.
• The Zen Fountain Flea Market – Les Rosiers-sur-Loire: held every third Sunday of the month in the Place du Mail, next to the church. Around fifteen professionals display furniture, books, lace, and trinkets in a charming setting overlooking the Loire River.
• The Saumur Theater Flea Market: every fourth Sunday of the month, at the foot of the Dôme, in the heart of the city. Around fifty exhibitors unpack their treasures in a friendly and lively atmosphere.

Stay at the Hôtel La Croix Blanche in Fontevraud-l’Abbaye

After a morning at the market or flea market, return to the comfort of the Hôtel La Croix Blanche, located in the heart of Fontevraud-l’Abbaye.

Less than 20 minutes from Saumur and the Loire Valley villages, our hotel is an ideal starting point for exploring local markets and events.