Foire au Livre Ancien de Saint-Gaultier

A meeting place for antique book lovers

Every July 14th, the Salle des Fêtes in Saint-Gaultier hosts its Foire au Livre Ancien, an unmissable event for bibliophiles and bargain hunters in the Indre department. This event brings together booksellers and antique book dealers from the region to offer their treasures: rare and second-hand books, old editions, posters, stamps, postcards, vinyl records, and audio cassettes.

Literary treasures to discover

The fair offers a unique opportunity to find rare and out-of-print works, first editions, antique bindings, and period documents. Literature, local history, and collectors' enthusiasts will find something to suit them among the exhibitors' stalls. Old books on Berry, postcards depicting the villages of Indre, and heritage documents attract a passionate and curious public.

Meet authors and get autographs

In addition to selling antique books, the fair offers meetings with local and regional authors. Signing sessions are held throughout the day, allowing visitors to interact directly with writers and get their books signed. This lively aspect of the event enriches the visitor experience and promotes local literary creation.

Saint-Gaultier, a town on the banks of the Creuse

Saint-Gaultier is a charming commune located on the banks of the Creuse river, on the edge of the Regional Natural Park of Brenne. The antique book fair is part of the festivities for July 14th, the national holiday, allowing visitors to also enjoy the town's fireworks and festive activities. It's a great opportunity to discover this small town of character and its remarkable architectural heritage.

Practical information

The fair is held all day at the Salle des Fêtes in Saint-Gaultier, from 10 am to 6 pm. Admission is free. Catering options are available in the village of Saint-Gaultier, which has several restaurants and shops nearby.