Where can you do water sports in Martigues?

Dive into the Mediterranean

Soak up the sun in France's "Venice of Provence": Martigues. Nestling by the sea, this charming town offers an idyllic setting where canals and seaports blend in harmony. Between golden sandy beaches and cultural heritage, try out the region's water-based activities.

The Etang de Berre

5 minutes by bike from your hotel

Martigues boasts not only the sea, but also the largest salt lake in Europe. This unique ecosystem is fed by various rivers and is open to the Mediterranean. It offers a varied landscape with beaches, wetlands and wooded shores.

When it comes to water sports, you have a choice of activities:

➡️ Sailing
➡️ Windsurfing
➡️ Boating

This natural gem in the heart of the Martigues region is a rare find.

The port of Martigues Jonquière

15 minutes by bike from your hotel

This lively port in the south of France offers a wide range of water-based activities. The most famous: boating.

From the port, embark on a guided tour of the canals. The canals run through 3 historic districts in the heart of the town, giving you a whole new perspective on Martigues.

➡️ Duration: 45 minutes
➡️ Tickets can be purchased from the Tourist Office website
➡️ Beware of the sun, especially on cloudy days.

La Couronne beach

A 25-minute drive from your hotel

Head for the Côte Bleue to get your adrenalin pumping! Close to the Port des Tamaris and Martigues town centre, the nautical base awaits you for an unusual activity: jet-skiing.

Pilot the motorised craft between Marseille and Carry-le-Rouet for around thirty minutes, supervised by a qualified instructor.

➡️ Maximum 2 people per jet-ski
➡️ 16 years and over
➡️ Must be able to swim

Towed buoys and kayaking are also available.

Book a hotel-restaurant in Martigues

On the heights of Martigues, the Villa Martégale hotel offers a peaceful retreat in a typically Mediterranean landscape.

With 33 rooms, the 3-star hotel in Martigues offers a comfortable stay with modern facilities and various services: car park, heated swimming pool, laundry, dry cleaning.

The restaurant is exclusive to hotel residents. It offers regional cuisine, with a special mention for the hearty morning buffet.

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