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Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts

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Located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, the town of Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts takes place near the Mediterranean Sea, near Istres, Port-de-Bouc or Fos-sur-Mer. Not far, the pond of Berre is a place of walk appreciated by the inhabitants and the tourists.

Founded in the ninth century, during the sacking of the nearby Ugium by the Saracens, the town of Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts only really developed in the twelfth century with the construction of a particularly defensive castle. Mainly agricultural, it is then known for its production of olive oil, wheat or wine. Having experienced its economic golden age in the eighteenth century, it suffered a difficult desertification a century later before turning to tourism.

Even today, the city of Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts still attracts a large number of visitors wishing to discover its architectural and historical heritage, as well as the most tourist sites around.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-Mitre-les-Remparts
Postcode13920
Latitude43.4518070 (N 43° 27’ 7”)
Longitude5.0141070 (E 5° 0’ 51”)
Surface area21.02 km²
Population5929 inhabitants
Density282 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureMarseille (49 km, 39 min)
Insee code13098
IntercommunalityME Métropole d'Aix-Marseille-Provence
DepartmentBouches-du-Rhône
TerritoryProvence
RegionProvence-Alps-French Riviera

Nearest cities & towns

Martigues7.4 km (13 min)
Port-de-Bouc7.4 km (11 min)
Istres8.6 km (15 min)
Fos-sur-Mer11.2 km (15 min)
Saint-Chamas17.7 km (21 min)
La Couronne18.3 km (24 min)
Miramas19.9 km (22 min)
Grans22 km (29 min)
Châteauneuf-les-Martigues22 km (23 min)
Sausset-les-Pins23 km (28 min)
Cornillon-Confoux25 km (29 min)
Ensuès-la-Redonne26 km (23 min)
Gignac-la-Nerthe27 km (24 min)

Things to see and do

Listed as an historic monument, the Saint-Blaise oppidum is an important archaeological site in the western Mediterranean. Close to the sea and the pond of Berre, it reveals traces of human occupation from the 5th century BC Inhabited until the 19th century, the site allows to admire several religious buildings like from St. Peter's Church of Ugium. Considered to be one of the most remarkable early Christian churches in the south of France, it was formerly at the entrance to the Gallic oppidum. Do not miss St. Vincent's Church, a 10th-century Romanesque building rebuilt a century later, or Saint-Blaise Church. Listed as a Historic Monument, the latter built in the 12th century was completely restored in the 13th century. At the foot of the choir is still the archaeologist who discovered the site, Henri Rolland. You will also be able to admire remains of a rock necropolis, as well as walls of more than 400 m mixing archaic, Hellenistic and medieval ramparts. Old homes were also cleared during excavations.

Several ponds take place on the territory of Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts, such as those of Pourra, Citis or Lavalduc. The latter is listed on the inventory of the Natural Heritage of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Several hiking trails allow you to go around and enjoy the local fauna and flora.

The former house of the Consuls, which dates from the middle of the seventeenth century is listed historical monument.

Arthur's beach and the Massane beach, located in the heart of the town, experience many activities in the summer.

Places of interest

Leisure centres
Monuments
Natural sites

Events and festivities

The market is held on Wednesday morning.

Between July and August, the city offers several summer events such as a night market, water sports, fireworks or entertainment for children.

The Nuit du Jazz festival offers its concerts at the end of July.

The 15th of August party takes place at the beach of Massane with fireworks, and a great ball of Provençal tradition.

In August, Les Rues de l'Étang festival offers a number of street arts performances.

At the beginning of November, the pumpkins festival highlights autumnal fruit through various festive activities.

In November, place at the independent film festival with its projections and meetings.

Weather

Tuesday 19 march
Min. 11°C - Max. 18°C
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Wednesday 20 march
Min. 13°C - Max. 16°C
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Thursday 21 march
Min. 12°C - Max. 17°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Skip-the-line Ticket to MuCEM (Mediterranean Culture Museum in Marseille)
Culture and education11 € Marseille (33 km)
Double Decker Bus Tour of Marseilles – 1 or 2-day pass
Culture and education17 € Marseille (33 km)
Gastronomy tour in Marseille
Local flavours44 € to 89 € Marseille (34 km)
Discover the Lavender Fields
Nature and the great outdoors125 € Marseille (34 km)
Visit Aix-en-Provence
Culture and education70 € Marseille (34 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
The tour of Port Saint Louis du Rhône - The city where the earth is show
HikeEasy6:45Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône (18.5 km)
Hiking: Exploring the South Coron, Salin-de-Giraud
HikeEasy1:50Arles (23 km)
To the choirs of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy1:05Aix-en-Provence (36 km)
Water fountains of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy55 minAix-en-Provence (36 km)
Hiking and biking trails in Gréasque
Mountain bike itineraryEasy1:00Gréasque (43 km)

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Hotels

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