Fos-sur-Mer

Fos-sur-Mer

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Fos-sur-Mer
Insee code	13039
Postcode	13270
Latitude	43.4378820
Longitude	4.9457110
Altitude	From 0 to 39 meters
Surface	92.31 km²
Population	15662 inhabitants
Density	169 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National labels			Port-de-Bouc at 4.9 km
Chief town	Marseille (at 51 km, 38 min)		Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts at 5.7 km
Department	Bouches-du-Rhône		Istres at 9 km
Region	Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur		Search another town

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• Location: Fos-sur-Mer is located 50 km from Marseille on the Mediterranean coast, at the bottom of a gulf to which it gave its name. It is also located at the southern end of the plain of La Crau. To the west of the city is the Parc Naturel Régional de Camargue.
• History / Heritage: The town was occupied in antiquity by the Romans, has a rich heritage. With Hauture, a medieval fortress which, from its 32 m high, overlooks the old center, or the church of Saint-Sauveur and Romanesque architecture dating from the 10th century. In the 60's, Fos-sur-Mer was a small village living from fishing and agriculture. The city, its location, is subsequently become the largest industrial port complex in Southern Europe.
• Environment: The territory of Fos-sur-Mer is composed of many natural areas: lake of the Stomach, saline marsh plain of the Crau hosting an exceptional flora and fauna with over 250 species of birds. The municipality has the European Blue Flag beaches and ports, which represents a guarantee of quality of bathing water and a set of equipment and services for all.
• Tourism: With its 6 km of natural beaches, Fos-sur-Mer allows the whole family to enjoy activities: swimming, sailing, fishing, diving baptism. In summer, usability is also in the spotlight through the many festivities organized by the city.

• La Grande Plage.
• The range of Cavaou.
• The marina Saint-Gervais.
• The pond of the Stomach and salt.
• The historical center and the Village Museum (models figurines).
• The Hauture and the church Saint-Sauveur, historical monument.
• The Tourist Office offers hiking trails to discover the natural site of Fos-sur-Mer.

• Fos-sur-Mer Market is held every Saturday morning on the marketplace.
• The sea urchins: the beginning of March.
• Businesses Fos Challenge: Sailing Regatta: May.
• The Festival of La Crau: the fourth Sunday in May.
• The holiday votive: July 14 and August 15.
• Treats and night market: in July-August.
• The Fun Fair: July-August.
• Free concerts in the city or harbor: in July-August.
• The bullfights: abrivado, bandido, toro-pool.
• The Chromatic Fos, festival of color: in July.
• The Giant Barbecue: August.
• Medieval Festival in September.
• Christmas on ice.
• And all the annual events that animate the city (Neighbours' Day, the Music Festival ...).

• From Fos-sur-Mer, discover ...

• Large cities: Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Salon-de-Provence, Arles, Avignon ...
• Natural sites: the Camargue, the Alpilles, the Blue Coast, the Calanques ...
• Typical villages: Les Baux de Provence, Saint-Remy de Provence, Grans ...

• You can also make beautiful boat trips from Fos: excursion in the Camargue and the Blue Coast (Cassis, Carry-le-Rouet), cruise on the canals of Martigues and the Bay of Saint-Chamas.

The Hauture		The Hauture
La Grande Plage		The pond of the Stomach
Stomach The Pond		The flamingos in the salt
Port		Race Camargue
Abrivado

Monday 20 May Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 18°C

Tuesday 21 May Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 18°C

Wednesday 22 May Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 18°C

Ô Port   7.2 Port-de-Bouc At the heart of the charming town of Port de Bouc, which embraces the sea, you can go enjoy the restaurant Ô Port. You settle into a modern, in shades of red. The atmosphere is cozy... Located 4.8 km from Fos-sur-Mer 20 € per person

La Table de Sébastien Istres PROVENCE - It's Istres, under the Mediterranean sun that Sebastian put his suitcase a few years ago. After classes in large houses, alongside Thierry Marx Senderens, Sébastien Provençal... Located 8.9 km from Fos-sur-Mer

Campanile Marseille Martigues   6.9   SPECIAL OFFER Martigues Welcome to Campanile Restaurant Martigues, located in the Marseilles area! The hotel welcomes you in a contemporary lines and warm, with its simple and modern furniture, as well as... Located 9.1 km from Fos-sur-Mer 19 € per person

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Le Mazet     10 Lançon-Provence The room is located on the ground floor with independent entrance. The house is surrounded by vineyards in the countryside without being isolated as far as the village behind him, is... Located 22 km from Fos-sur-Mer 100 € the double room

Chez marie     9.6 Rognac Individual leases in quiet subdivision: air-conditioned rooms - bedding elect 160 - TV, WiFi, mini-fridge. 25 km Aix en Provence, Marseille, 5 mins from Marseille Airport, 10 minutes... Located 24 km from Fos-sur-Mer 45 € the double room

Agathes     10 Salon-de-Provence Welcome to Les Agathes, a detached villa set in more than 2 hectares (5 acres) of private grounds. If you are looking for a relaxing stay in Provence, please have a look at what we... Located 27 km from Fos-sur-Mer 70 € the double room

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Bastide 'magic view', piscine chauffée, La Couronne The height of crown, 900 m from the beach, this beautiful villa overlooking pine forest and sea (magic view), heated swimming pool SPA is conveniently located near the sea and hills... Located 14.6 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 1400 € to 1900 € per week

Le Domaine d'Agathe Saint-Chamas Saint-Chamas is a pretty fishing port on the Etang de Berre. We are conveniently located in a triangle Avignon, Aix en Provence, Marseille, 25 minutes from the airport, 35 minutes from... Located 15.4 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 630 € to 730 € per week

Les Amandiers   8.8 Lançon-Provence Bastide Provencale 3 *** clévacances and 2, panoramic view in the heart of Provence: Luberon crossroads, sea, Camargue and Aix countryside! Dominique and Jean-Pierre welcome you in... Located 23 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 330 € to 450 € per week

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Camping Pascalounet   Martigues Family and friendly campsite located 100 m long from sandy beaches (direct access) - Mobile homes and bungalow for rent, some with sea-view - Camping, caravanning and camping car. Located 15.1 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 20 € to 30 € per day

La chapelette     9.1 Saint-Martin-de-Crau Camping Family shaded the very heart of Provence - rentals mobile home - pool - playground - bowls - ping pong - lively evening - snack bar. Located 26 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 16 € to 19 € per day

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Hôtel Ariane      7.5 Fos-sur-Mer The hotel is situated on the banks of L’Étang de l’Estomac (pond), in peaceful surroundings near the Camargue and Provence regions. Hôtel Ariane features 72 quiet and spacious rooms,... Located in Fos-sur-Mer Room from 55 €

Allotel      8 Fos-sur-Mer This hotel is situated in the centre of Fos-sur-Mer, 3 km from the beach and a 30-minute drive from Marseille. Allotel is an eco-friendly hotel, built with energy saving in mind. It... Located in Fos-sur-Mer Room from 47 €

Hotel Azur      7.9 Fos-sur-Mer This provencal-style hotel offers air-conditioned rooms just 200 metres from Fos-sur-mer city centre and 500 metres from the beach, La Grande Plage. Daily breakfast can be enjoyed on... Located in Fos-sur-Mer Room from 51 €

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