Do you love great deals? What if we told you that just 30 minutes from Paris lies France’s first street dedicated to secondhand goods? Welcome to La Venelle: a unique spot in the Île-de-France region where you can browse flea markets, fix things, learn new skills, cook, and engage in lively discussions… In short, a wonderful place to experience life, located in Montreuil, just outside Paris.
A street dedicated entirely to secondhand goods, just a stone’s throw from Paris
Just a stone’s throw from Montreuil lies a unique spot where you can score great deals at rock-bottom prices! Welcome to La Venelle, the first street in France dedicated to secondhand goods . This true treasure hunter’s paradise is made up of eight socially responsible shops, such as Emmaüs Défi,La Recyclerie Sportive, and Envie Trappes.
You can buy all sorts of secondhand items and clothing, including refurbished large appliances at rock-bottom prices… But you can also participate in workshops to learn how to repairall kinds of appliances, mend your jeans, or refurbish your furniture to give it a new lease on life. Finally, you can donate your unused items: clothes, shoes, leather goods, home decor, dishes, books, toys…
If you’re looking for inspiration or just want to have a good time, you’ll love Le Parallèle. A super-friendly café-diner where you can enjoy brunch, grab a quick coffee, take in various acoustic concerts, and even participate in creative workshops.
Designed by and for its residents, this unique spot is open to everyone, regardless of budget. Fashion , accessories, furniture, home decor, appliances, kitchenware, sports, leisure, books, electronics, office supplies… all this and much more is available at community-friendly prices
📍 Location: 198 Rue de Paris, right across from the Robespierre metro station, and at 159 Rue Étienne-Marcel.
