Market
Marché Saint-Joseph-de-Porterie
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
On Saturday mornings, around ten traders set up on Place des Tonneliers, next to the church of Saint-Joseph-de-Porterie, in north-east Nantes.
- Day
- Saturday
- Hours
- 8am to 1pm
- Suggested time
- 1 to 2 hours
- Type of place
- Neighbourhood market · Nantes Saint-Joseph-de-Porterie · Saturday
- Atmosphere
- A small, quiet village market.
- Getting there
- Place des Tonneliers: parking is often tight on market days, so come early.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 8/10
- With friends
- 7/10
- Solo
- 7/10
- With a dog
- 5/10
- Reduced mobility
- 4/10
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About
The Saint-Joseph-de-Porterie market is held every Saturday, from 8 am to 1 pm, on the lower part of Place des Tonneliers, next to the district’s church, in north-east Nantes. Around ten traders offer greengrocery, charcuterie and other fresh produce in the open air. A small village market, in a district that has kept its village feel. After the market, you can visit the Musée d’Arts de Nantes, about 15 minutes by car (7.2 km), and the Château des ducs de Bretagne in Nantes, about 16 minutes by car (7.6 km).
What you will see
- Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm
- Around ten traders
- Place des Tonneliers
- Next to the church
- Greengrocery and charcuterie
- Free entry
Tips on the spot
- Come by bus: Potiron stop, line 75.
- A small market: arrive early for the choice.
- Park away from the lower part of the square.
- Another day: about 9 minutes by car, the Carquefou market is held on Thursdays from 8 am to 1 pm; about 9 minutes by car, the Bourgeonnière market is held on Tuesdays from 4 pm to 8 pm.
- Bring some cash: some small producers do not take cards.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Saint-Joseph-de-Porterie market held?
On Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm.
Where is it held?
Place des Tonneliers, next to the church.
How many traders are there?
About ten.
What is there to visit after the market?
The Musée d’Arts de Nantes, about 15 minutes by car (7.2 km); then the Château des ducs de Bretagne, about 16 minutes by car (7.6 km).
See also the markets in Nantes.
Source: Liste transmise par l'editeur, coordonnees geocodees via api-adresse.data.gouv.fr.
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