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Tourtour market: days, times and summer markets

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Tourtour's Provençal market takes place on Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm, from 15 March to 15 October, on the Jardin Annabel et Bernard Buffet square, at the boules ground. Entry is free. In summer the village also holds night markets on Friday evenings, from 7 pm to 11 pm, and craft markets on some Sundays in spring. A flea market was held on Thursdays until mid-October in 2024.

Key facts

  • Days: Wednesday and Saturday.
  • Times: 8 am to 1 pm.
  • Season: 15 March to 15 October.
  • Location: Jardin Annabel et Bernard Buffet square (boules ground).
  • Night markets: Fridays from 7 pm to 11 pm in July and August (2024 dates).

The Wednesday and Saturday Provençal market

Landmark Detail
Days Wednesday and Saturday
Times 8 am to 1 pm
Season 15 March to 15 October
Location Jardin Annabel et Bernard Buffet square, boules ground
Entry Free

The market sets up in the heart of the village two mornings a week. For the best choice and a parking space, arrive early, especially in summer and on Saturdays.

Summer night markets

In July and August, the village adds night markets on Friday evenings, from 7 pm to 11 pm. In 2024 they were held on 12, 19 and 26 July, then 2, 9, 16 and 23 August. The dates change every year: the town hall publishes them before the season.

The craft market and the flea market

In spring, craft markets are held on some Sundays, from 9 am to 7 pm. In 2024 they took place on 14 April, 12 May and 16 June.

A flea market was held on Thursdays, from 8 am to 6 pm, on Place Annabel et Bernard Buffet, until 17 October in 2024.

Combining it with a visit to the village

The market is a short walk from Place des Ormeaux. After shopping, the village tour takes two to three hours on foot: see things to do in Tourtour. For lunch, see restaurants in Tourtour.

The village’s other events

The market is not the only regular event. The Egg Festival at Easter, summer evenings at the open-air theatre, the Saint-Denis festival in October: see festivals and events in Tourtour.

Frequently asked questions

What day is the Tourtour market?

Wednesday and Saturday mornings, from 8 am to 1 pm, from 15 March to 15 October.

Where is the Tourtour market held?

On the Jardin Annabel et Bernard Buffet square, by the boules ground, in the heart of the village.

Is there a market in Tourtour in winter?

The Provençal market is announced from 15 March to 15 October. Outside that period, ask the town hall (+33 4 98 10 25 25) or the tourist information office.

Is there a night market in Tourtour?

Yes, in summer. In 2024, night markets were held on Fridays in July and August, from 7 pm to 11 pm. The town hall publishes each season's dates in spring.

Is there a flea market in Tourtour?

In 2024, a flea market was held on Thursdays from 8 am to 6 pm, Place Annabel et Bernard Buffet, until 17 October. Check the current season with the town hall.

Sources

Information checked against the sources below. Opening times and dates change: confirm before you travel.