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...
Le secret du 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.
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 guidée "Frissons" spéciale Halloween et Vendredi 13
L'office de tourisme de Gardanne vous propose une visite guidée "Frissons" spéciale Halloween et Vendredi 13
Marseille Jazz des 5 continents - Kamil
L’orchestre KAMIL est une formation innovante fusionnant jazz, musique à l’image et théâtre.
Soirée Cabaret
Le Comité des Fêtes de Gardanne organise une soirée Cabaret et transformistes à la maison du peuple à partir de 20h le samedi 7 novembre 2026
Les Tambours du Bronx
Préparez-vous à vivre une soirée hors norme avec les légendaires Les Tambours du Bronx !
Excursion - Fête de l'âne Allauch
Partez à la découverte d’Allauch à l’occasion de la traditionnelle Fête de l’âne, une manifestation incontournable qui célèbre les traditions et le patrimoine provençaux dans une ambiance conviviale et festive.
Christmas Market
The Tourist Office organizes its traditional Christmas Market!
At Halle Léo Ferré, avenue du 8 Mai 1945