The day before Bastille day was dampened by torrential rain and thunderstorms, unusual for July.
However it dried up for the evening market in the village.
At around 10 pm a procession went through the village with children carrying lanterns and a band playing some rousing music!
And then, starting at 11 pm, a live band playing in the village square.
Bastille Day, a Mistral wind has blown away the clouds and the sun is shining......
The village traditionally holds a Vide Grenier, and it attracts a huge crowd, this is the road, Chemin de Romanet, normally quiet with no cars!
All the streets are lined with stalls selling everything you can imagine!
some of it quality , some of it, well to one's personal taste!
I must be losing my negotiation skills - I attempted to buy two teapots from one seller - the lady wanted 8€, I offered 5€, No, I increased to 6€, still no, the ladies husband suggested she compromise at 7€, and still the lady said no! so I bought some rather nice vegetable dishes instead for my 7€! Principle really - and I don't drink tea!
All the local commerce's are open to serve all the extra customers - its a great atmosphere.
Our Boulangerie, one of two in the village, has a wonderful choice of bread.
July 14th 2012 will be on a Saturday - time to book next years holiday and enjoy the fun!
1 comment:
Well done David!! and very tempting. JoAnn Gouzoules, Duxbury, MA USA
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