Fos-sur-Mer

Fos-sur-Mer

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Fos-sur-Mer		Port-de-Bouc at 4.9 km
Insee code	13039		Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts at 5.7 km
Postcode	13270		Istres at 9 km
Latitude	43.4378820		Martigues at 9.5 km
Longitude	4.9457110		Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône at 12.8 km
Altitude	From 0 to 39 meters		La Couronne at 14.4 km
Surface	92.31 km²		Saint-Chamas at 14.4 km
Population	15832 inhabitants		Cornillon-Confoux at 17.2 km
Density	173 inhabitants/km²		Miramas at 17.4 km
National labels			Sausset-les-Pins at 17.7 km
Chief town	Marseille (at 51 km, 38 min)		Berre-l'Étang at 18.4 km
Department	Bouches-du-Rhône		Châteauneuf-les-Martigues at 18.7 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

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 18°C - Max. 27°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 15°C - Max. 26°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 15°C - Max. 25°C

Mon moulin     9.7 Grans Perfectly situated for exploring the attractions and tourist towns of Provence, the authentic and original mill oil (olive) of XVII century houses 1st floor 3 rooms for guests overlooking... Located 21 km from Fos-sur-Mer 75 € 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

La demeure     9 Eyguières Eighteenth century house with pool situated in a typical Provencal village. Located 30 km from Fos-sur-Mer

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Cigale de mer et soleil Martigues You love the sun and rest, our apartment for you. We offer an T2 on the ground floor in residential landscape near the city. Double bedroom, lounge with convertible sofa bed, kitchenette,... Located 9.5 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 300 € to 400 € 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

Le Mas des Roches - 1 à 14 personnes Velaux Le Mas des Roches welcomes you in the middle of a pine tree forest of 4000 m² in absolute calm. Our house is within 30 km of the beautiful cove of niolon. You will enjoy a well deserved... Located 27 km from Fos-sur-Mer From 2290 € to 3590 € per week

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La chapelette     9.4 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 13 € to 16 € per day

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Hôtel Ariane      7.4 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 69 €

Resid'artel Fos Sur Mer     7.2 Fos-sur-Mer Located near the Étang de Berre, in the heart of the Camargue countryside, the Resid’artel of Fos sur Mer features air-conditioned guestrooms with en-suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.... Located in Fos-sur-Mer Room from 45 €

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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