Popular success of the Bourse aux armes anciennes
The 10th edition of the Bourse aux armes anciennes drew a large crowd on February 22, confirming its status as a major event.
A must-attend event in Var, this gathering brought together a crowd of enthusiasts, collectors, and the curious, who came in large numbers to bargain hunt, acquire rare pieces, and discover a mechanical and historical heritage steeped in memory.
Organized by the association "BFURBLUM Événementiel", this anniversary edition took place in a friendly atmosphere and a secure setting, an essential point for this type of event.
EPHEMERAL MUSEUM The aisles of the show were constantly packed, testifying to the enthusiasm for this ephemeral museum. The exhibitors, loyal to their posts and coming from across the region and beyond, presented exceptional pieces, witnesses to different eras. Visitors admired a wide diversity of objects, ranging from military issue and collectible weapons to the most varied historical treasures.
The quality of the organization was unanimously praised by the professionals present, who highlighted the interest and knowledge of an increasingly well-informed public.
MILITARY VEHICLES One of the highlights of this 10th edition was the presence of reenactors and the presentation of numerous historical vehicles related to World War II. Outdoors, the Provence 44 association exhibited vintage military vehicles, restored with a passion and meticulousness that commanded admiration. These machines were a major attraction, captivating families and reenactment enthusiasts.
Alongside them, the Amis du Fort de Saint-Antoine unveiled three remarkably preserved and maintained vintage vehicles, generating keen interest. The joint presentation by these two associations allowed visitors to immortalize these rolling witnesses of history and to discuss with volunteers their projects to promote this mechanical heritage.
Beyond its commercial and popular success, this 2026 edition highlighted a beautiful associative synergy. The event brought together volunteers, institutions, and enthusiasts around a shared ambition: to preserve, transmit, and bring history to life. This exemplary collaboration transformed the fair into an intergenerational meeting place, where memory, education, and passion came together in rare harmony.
Building on this success, the organizing team welcomes the public's enthusiasm and the dynamism of the partner associations. The success of the event confirms its place as a major gathering on the cultural calendar of La Crau.
In short, the Bourse aux armes anciennes still has beautiful pages of history to write.
Nicolas TUDORT (Text and photo).