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in GrimaudIn the village of Grimaud
A market in Provence
Grimaud’s Provençal market is a bit like an open-air film set! Under the clear blue sky and between the stone façades, this is where the village springs to life every week. As soon as you approach the stalls, you’ll be captivated by the traders’ wonderful sing-song accents and the scents of lavender.
On the stalls, the bright colours of the seasonal fruit and vegetables are each more dazzling than the last, and the juicy tomatoes, sweet melons and olives are to be enjoyed to your heart’s content. Not-to-mention the creamy goat’s cheese and fragrant honey that oozes the scent of Provence!
The local products are the real stars of the market. Here, you’ll see people swapping recipes, advice and anecdotes about the culinary world of Provence. And for those curious to discover even more, some handmade treasures that complete this scene, such as pottery, soap and clothing, all with the Provençal touch. In short, you can expect to be plunged into the culture of Provence!
Grimaud’s Provençal market is held weekly, every Thursday morning at the Place de l’Eglise and Place Vieille in summer.
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Marche Port Grimaud Cote D Azur 21The Provençal market of Port Grimaud
Local products on the water’s edge
In Port Grimaud, the Provençal market is like a real-life postcard scene between land and sea. Just picture yourselves wandering alongside the canals, the sound of the lapping waters in the background, the market stalls bursting with local products. This is a market unlike any other, where cars are replaced by boats, and every little detail oozes Provence with an added touch of La Dolce Vita!
Here, the sun brings out the best of the seasonal vegetables, and the fresh fish and creamy cheeses are all so delicious, it’ll be hard to choose. The wonderful fragrances of olives, tapenade and herbs fill the air, as local craftspeople showcase their creations including handmade pottery and jewellery. Between two great finds, why not stop for a break on a terrace alongside a canal? With a glass of Provence rosé in your hand, you can simply enjoy the moment! (In moderation)
Whether you come on foot, by bike or by boat, the markets in Port Grimaud are an invitation to embrace both the flavours of the south of France and the wonderful easy-going lifestyle. A firm favourite!
From April to October, the Provençal market of Port Grimaud is held every Thursday and Sunday morning.
Port Grimaud night market
When the sun goes down on Port Grimaud, a very different atmosphere takes over the lacustrian town with the summer evening market. Every Monday evening in July and August, the docks are transformed into an artistic and gourmet walking tour. The arts & crafts stalls held by Plein v’Arts, are an invitation to simply take in the fantastic atmosphere, where the air is filled with the scents of leather, wood and even the sweet treats!
The creators are fiercely passionate about their professions, and each of their items tells a story. Whether you’re looking for a cast iron sculpture, jewellery made from blown glass or a leather accessory, you’re sure to come across that authentic little find right here! And if you’re feeling peckish, the food stalls are never very far away. The local specialities have already caught your eye no doubt!
It’s also an opportunity to stop by the shops and restaurants around the market. Fancy a homemade ice cream or a meal out on the terrace by the canal? Or why not both!
Port Grimaud summer evening market is held in July and August, one evening per week.
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The Provençal markets in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez are a real treat for the senses and every village adds its own special touch!
In Saint-Tropez, the market is held at the famous Places des Lices and the atmosphere there is buzzing twice a week. The stalls are bursting with fresh products, colourful flowers, spices and local specialities, all in the shade of the plane trees. Between two stalls, you might even run into a celebrity or two… Here, glitz and glamour go hand-in-hand with the flavours of Provence.
A few kilometres away, Sainte-Maxime
also has its very own Provençal market, where locals and visitors come together in search of hand-crafted products and local delights. Foodies are always delighted with the range of fresh fish, seasonal fruit, fragrant honey and aromatic herbs. The atmosphere here is friendly and casual, ideal for a morning in the sun.
Finally, in Cogolin there is a more intimate, but just as authentic, market. Here, you’ll find the ultimate range of Provençal flavours, including homemade deli meats, local goat’s cheese, and seasonal vegetables, all in a great atmosphere, where the smiles are just as generous as the products themselves!
Explore Var and check out the unmissable markets:
– Saint-Tropez market (every week, Tuesday and Saturday mornings)
– La Croix Valmer market (every week on Sunday mornings)
– Bormes-les-Mimosas market (every week on Wednesday mornings)
– Hyères market (every week on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday)
– Fréjus market (there are nine Provençal markets held weekly from Tuesday to Sunday)
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Marche Provence Grimaud Var 17Upcoming markets
What about other markets in Provence?
Fancy exploring more of the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur region? Here are some of our favourites in the region:
– Antibes market (every week from Tuesday to Sunday, every day in summer)
– Avignon market (various markets every week across the city, on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
– Arles market (every week on Wednesday and Saturday mornings)
– L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue market (every week on Thursday and Sunday)
– Carpentras market (every week on Friday mornings)
– Aigues-Mortes market (weekly, Wednesday and Sunday)
– Marseille market (every day of the week there are numerous markets held in each neighbourhood throughout the city)
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Marche Provence Grimaud Var 21Must-have products for your shopping basket
Provençal market
It’s impossible to leave a Provençal market empty handed, the stalls are so irresistible! Grab some juicy, seasonal tomatoes, courgettes and aubergines for your basket to prepare homemade ratatouille, the ultimate speciality dish of Provence. Add to that some tasty olives and tapenade spread as a snack. And how can you possibly resist the fresh goat’s cheese? It goes perfectly with a drizzle of lavender honey.
And of course, don’t forget a few bottles of local wine! The vineyards in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez produce truly unmissable wines, especially the Côtes de Provence rosé wines. These fruity and refreshing wines are perfectly paired with the flavours of Provence. Your meals will be fun of sunshine!
Good to know
Grimaud is in the south of France, in the department of Var, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, at the heart of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.
The markets in Provence are an explosion of flavour and colour, with a wide variety of products that this region is so famous for. Here’s what you can expect to find there:
– Seasonal fruit and vegetables: Tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, melons, figs, aromatic herbs such as thyme and rosemary.
– Olives and olive-based products: All sorts of olives, tapenade, olive oil.
– Cheese: Especially fresh and matured goat’s cheese.
– Homemade deli meats: Saucisson, ham, terrine and pâté.
– Fish and seafood: Freshly caught on the day.
– Local wines: Mainly Côtes de Provence rosé wine, but also red and white wines.
– Bread and pastries: Fougasse, shortbread biscuits, navettes.
– Honey and jam: Lavender and chestnut honey, local fruit jam.
– Local arts & crafts: Ceramics, pottery, Marseille soap, Provençal tablecloths, handmade jewellery.
