Flea Market, Les Puces, Shopping In Paris

Paris is full of surprises at every corner.  On our trips to Paris we stumbled upon flea markets full of french country furniture to buy.  Look for the french word Les Puces.  Say "poose" and the French will guide you to a world of merchandise.

My favorite find is fabulous artwork from local vendors.  Paris is the birthing ground of artistic talent waiting to be discovered.

The most famous flea market is Clignacourt and also known as Le Marche aux Puces de Saint-Quen.  It is the largest flea market in Paris with a rich history. More than five million go each year. You may find rare items to buy Saturday from 9 to 6pm, Sunday 10- 6pm,  Monday 11am-5pm.

History:  Puces opened in 1870 as rag and bone men moved outside city limits for public health reasons.  They spread their wares flat on the ground.  When it became reachable by the metro in 1908 it became a popular place to find treasures.  Second hand furniture dealers took over the market around 1945.  Thirteen other markets opened between 1945 and 1991.


    Porte de Vanves flea market, is located on the 14th.  The eastern edge of Paris has Porte de Montreuil on 20th arrondissement.

You can find good prices.  Sometimes they go down 10 to 30%.

The larger flea markets have the option for shipping.  Another option is to send items through La Poste.    What a great conversation piece for your home.

If your family wants a distraction from shopping delicious food is available with the smell of your nose.

A good landmark in Paris is the Eiffel Tower.  It lights up at night and twinkles in the dark as a light to everything French.  

What treasure will you bring home?