12 km from the campsite, an inland resort town
• Nuit Vénitienne: a whimsical fireworks show accompanied by music, Saturday July 1. Fireworks you will remember – Ferrières District Jardin de la Rode
• Festival de Martigues: music from around the world, folklore and traditions, street performers, concerts, dances; come meet dancers from all over the world – in July – www.festival-martigues.com
• Sardinades: Sardine tastings every evening in July and August (variety of dishes), mussels and fries – Ferrières District – Place des Aires
• Traditional Markets: every Thursday and Sunday morning – Ile and Jonquières Districts
• Night Craft Markets: every Wednesday – Jonquières District
• Thonade: in August during the top week of fishing season, catch weighed as soon as the boats arrive at the square in front of town hall, tuna tasting in the evening
• Provençal Water Jousting: in July and August, come see this traditional Provençal sport: two jousters battle from boats, each trying to knock the other over with their lance and shield. A must-see when you visit our region!
• Park Figuerolles: Free access to this 130 hectare park, perfect for relaxing with your family – Horseback riding area – Many walking and mountain biking trails – Picnic area – not to mention the town farm with 300 animals and definitely don’t miss the Indian Forest ropes course – www.indian-forest-martigues.com
• La Venise Provençale Cooperative Vineyard in Saint-Julien les Martigues (10 min): Vineyard classified as Appellation Origine Protégée for the Côteaux d’Aix en Provence wine. 110 passionate winegrowers share the 200 hectares of vineyards. 2 silver medals at the Concours Général Agricole in 2016. Direct sales at the wine cellar http://www.laveniseprovencale.fr
• Additional information: Martigues Tourist Office: http://www.martigues-tourisme.com
