When the All Saints' Fair falls on a Saturday, and the sun is shining, there are many visitors there.
Last year, the storm and the terrible weather conditions had dampened the spirits of many street traders who simply did not make the trip to Le Puy.
Saturday, forgotten the deserted Place Michelet, the approximately 300 fairgrounds were there, like the customers who did not shy away from their “little tour of the fair”, encouraged by a spring sun in the afternoon, a weekend end and the holding of the weekly market in the morning. Without forgetting the prospect of tasting crispy chips for a snack…
Treat yourself from just a few euros
In short, we will have understood, this is a great edition in terms of attendance. As for the possibility of doing business there, we must admit that we could have fun from just a few euros. Example on the stand which is always full from one year to the next, that of sweets with a short expiration date. There for 10 euros, we leave with our chocolates and chocolate bars – unbeatable!
Of course, what would the fair be without its lively hawkers, who always attract the curious. We could thus protect ourselves from all the nasty ailments of winter thanks to a bracelet allowing us to ensure iron health; or, thanks to a miracle product, remove all possible scratches on the bodywork. And what about the endless perfumes, all coming directly from “Grasse”…
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Finally, the most daring customers did not hesitate to buy packages by weight without knowing what was inside, in the spirit of “surprise bags”. With the key being good or bad!A perfume stand that has its fans.
Sold by weight, mystery packages are attractive.Chestnuts and walnuts, seasonal fruits.The All Saints' Fair remains an unmissable event in Puy-en-Velay.Barges are preparing for the onset of winter.A good attendance for this last edition.Many of them walked the aisles for their purchases.
Texts and photos Nathalie Courtial
