Ranked as the fourth most visited site in France, it draws crowds of Sunday browsers, Parisians, and international art enthusiasts alike. The market takes place every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, featuring 1, merchants, traders, designers, craftspeople, and artists, including 1, antique specialists, spread across 14 markets spanning 7 hectares.
Some markets are housed in covered spaces, while others sprawl across open-air venues. In addition to classic offerings, the market also features vintage and trendy accessories that appeal to a younger clientele, infusing Les Puces with renewed spirit and atmosphere.
This vibrant marketplace has adeptly evolved to meet the ever-changing demands and preferences of its clientele. Initially, Parisian rag-pickers and dealers of secondhand clothing were compelled to relocate from the city due to the noisy and unsanitary nature of their trade. They found refuge in an area known as Zone Malassis , a vacant tract of land beyond the military fortifications to the north of Paris. There, rag-pickers and secondhand clothing dealers could conduct their business without incurring taxes on their goods.
La Zone swiftly transformed into a makeshift settlement, characterized by tin shacks and makeshift stalls. Visitors can explore its offerings on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 6pm, and on Mondays from 10am to 6pm. Today, this historic and esteemed market boasts stalls operated by antique and art dealers.
Visitors can explore a diverse array of furniture, jewelry, and graphic objects dating from the 17th to the 20th century. Situated at 85 Rue des Rosiers , the market welcomes visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 6pm, and on Mondays from 10am to 6pm. Renowned for its traditional ambiance, the market has faithfully preserved the spirit of its inception.
