Gardanne the unsuspected…
Gardanne l’insoupçonnée, that adjective suits it so well. But of course, many other adjectives could have been used: rebellious, mutant, resilient, innovative, steeped in history, bubbling, surprising. Let yourself be guided by his multi-faceted personality.
Between tradition
Gardanne is a paradox unto itself. The fourth-largest town in the Pays d’Aix region, with almost 22,000 inhabitants, it has all the characteristics of a village (a spirit of proximity, solidarity…).
Its traditional shops, its market, its traditional festivals, its history going back two thousand years… That’s Gardanne! The town is also known as THE village painted by Paul Cezanne.
… and know-how
Where red ochre and industrial landscape embrace a lush natural landscape. Gardanne, the beating heart of Provence’s former mining basin, is an astonishing town from every point of view. It’s a place of many faces, and one that will leave an indelible mark on your stay with us.
Its industrial landscape captivates the eye at every entrance to the city. The entrepreneurial network is strong, with a long industrial history and infrastructures that rival the height of the surrounding hills and the no less majestic Mont Sainte-Victoire.
What’s happening in Gardanne?
Throughout the year, Gardanne offers a wide range of events and activities organized by the municipality, numerous associations and the Gardanne Tourist Office.
The know-how tourism sector
Push open the doors
The Tourist Office participates in the animation of the metropolitan business and know-how tourism sector. Throughout the year, it offers guided tours to discover the precious industrial and economic heritage of the region.
The new issue of Poussez les Portes magazine is out!
A fourth edition rich in new experiences not to be missed. Specializing in business and know-how tourism in the Aix-Marseille-Provence metropolitan area, we have been publishing the magazine Poussez les Portes, dedicated to this theme, for 5...
The secret of calisson - Musée du calisson
Visit only in french.
Discover the history of the Aix Calisson through a contemporary museum, and watch the manufacturing process, tasting included.
Indus'3 Days
The Indus'3days event gives the public the chance to discover our region's know-how and meet professionals who are passionate about their work.
Fête de la nature
Proposée par la métropole et organisée par l’association des ateliers de Gaïa en partenariat avec la ville de Gardanne, la fête de la nature aborde différentes thématiques liées à l’environnement et à la transition écologique.
Marché de Gardanne
Le marché de Gardanne se déroule trois fois par semaine toute l'année les mercredis, vendredis et dimanches matins, sur le Cours principal.
Visite Ferme Les Poules Provençales - Indus'3Days
Ferme avicole nichée au cœur de la verdure et qui compte plus de 700 poules pondeuses bio.
Petit verger mis en place en 2025. La ferme existe depuis 2021 et évolue chaque année.
Zóu Maï
Pour la 5e édition de la fête provençale Zóu Mai, le samedi 23 mai de 10h à 18h, Gardanne fait un bond dans le temps pour vous faire découvrir le Gardanne des années 1900