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Treasure hunt on your doorstep: The best flea markets on the weekend!
Discover the flea markets in Goslar and the surrounding area on July 12th and 13th, 2025. Browse for treasures and experience cultural flair!
Treasure hunt on your doorstep: The best flea markets on the weekend!
Summer brings not only sunshine, but also a lot of flea markets to the region. Next weekend, July 12th and 13th, 2025, bargain hunters and collectors will have the opportunity to browse through local flea markets and get a good deal or two. From used treasures to special finds, a colorful range of offers await visitors.
Where can you find something on the weekend? On Saturday, July 12th, the flea market at KGV Am Mühlenbach in Wolfenbüttel will open its doors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For early risers, it's worth visiting the Harz+Heide flea market in Braunschweig, which starts at 6 a.m. and is open until 3 p.m. The flea market in Lebenstedt at the Neißestraße festival site is also on the program; you can browse here between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
A look at the history of flea markets
The term “flea market” has its roots in French and means “Marché aux Puces”, which means “market of fleas”. Originally, in the early 19th century, such markets were a playground for the poor who sold used and often unsanitary items. Although the hygienic conditions have improved significantly over the years, the name has stuck, as [regionalheute.de](https://regionalheute.de/lust-auf-flohmarkt-hier-darf-am-wochenende-gestoebert- Werden-1744380003-f1a/) reports.
In France, the first flea market appeared around 1890 in the commune of Saint-Ouen. Here, rag dealers opened a place to sell worn-out clothes and items, some of which still had fleas. To this day, these markets reflect an intercultural and social structure that is characterized by direct exchange and negotiations. Flea markets have also become a popular form of trade and leisure activity in Germany and Austria, as proven by both Planet Wissen and Wikipedia.
Today you can find not only second-hand goods at flea markets, but also one or two curiosities. Sales are carried out by private individuals, but professional dealers also come here and, in addition to antiques and toys, often also offer unique works of art. Sometimes things are even sold for a good cause, such as at fundraising flea markets, where the proceeds go to social projects.
Flea markets – A social experience
Flea markets are not only places for trading, but also social meeting places. For many participants, browsing through the stalls and haggling over prices is a short vacation from everyday life. Every found item has its own story, which makes it special. Many visitors enjoy the opportunity to talk to sellers and learn more about the things they want to buy. This personal touch is what makes the atmosphere so lively.
Visiting a flea market is often more than just shopping; it is an experience for the senses and an opportunity to revive old memories or discover completely new treasures. So if you feel like exploring the variety of bric-a-brac, art and curiosities, plan your visit next weekend. The range is extensive and who knows, maybe you will discover your personal favorite piece!