A tour of cinema in Martigues
Presentation
What if you discovered Martigues as a veritable film set? This unique tour invites you to immerse yourself in the world of cinema, encountering the films, locations, and stories that have made the city a sought-after backdrop for film.
Begin at the Cinémathèque Gnidzaz, dedicated to preserving cinematic heritage. There, you'll discover how films, archives, and rare documents are collected, restored, and passed on. A fascinating immersion, punctuated with anecdotes about the films shot in Martigues and the artists who chose its landscapes as their backdrop.
The tour continues on foot through the city center and the Île district, along narrow streets, canals, and iconic viewpoints that have become natural settings for numerous films. The tour concludes at the Martigues Tourist and Leisure Office with a narrated screening of excerpts filmed on location: a highlight for recognizing the places visited and appreciating the unique connection between cinema and the region.
An immersive cultural experience, blending living heritage, cinematic history and urban discovery, accessible to all curious people, film buffs or simply lovers of Martigues.
Begin at the Cinémathèque Gnidzaz, dedicated to preserving cinematic heritage. There, you'll discover how films, archives, and rare documents are collected, restored, and passed on. A fascinating immersion, punctuated with anecdotes about the films shot in Martigues and the artists who chose its landscapes as their backdrop.
The tour continues on foot through the city center and the Île district, along narrow streets, canals, and iconic viewpoints that have become natural settings for numerous films. The tour concludes at the Martigues Tourist and Leisure Office with a narrated screening of excerpts filmed on location: a highlight for recognizing the places visited and appreciating the unique connection between cinema and the region.
An immersive cultural experience, blending living heritage, cinematic history and urban discovery, accessible to all curious people, film buffs or simply lovers of Martigues.
Practical information
- Schedule :
- Departure time (This is an approximate time. Please check the time indicated at the time of booking and/or on your voucher) : 14h
- Duration : 3h
- Date(s) :
- The visit takes place 3 June 2026
- By reservation :
- Yes
- Supervised visit :
- Yes
- Place of departure :
- Gnidzaz Cinematheque
- Prices :
- Single price : 12 €
- Important to know :
- Pets aren't allowed
Accessibility
- Welcoming all audiences :
- Not accessible
About
Conditions of salePlease wear comfortable shoes.
For your comfort, we recommend arriving approximately 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Proper attire is required.
Cancellation policy: If a client is unable to attend the tour, it will not be refunded or rescheduled. Only cancellation of the tour by the organizers due to insufficient participants or other reasons may lead to a possible refund or rescheduling. No refund will be given to latecomers.
Why is this activity not accessible to everyone?
For your comfort, we recommend arriving approximately 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Proper attire is required.
Cancellation policy: If a client is unable to attend the tour, it will not be refunded or rescheduled. Only cancellation of the tour by the organizers due to insufficient participants or other reasons may lead to a possible refund or rescheduling. No refund will be given to latecomers.
Why is this activity not accessible to everyone?
- Historical urban planning: The tour focuses on the most famous filming locations, mostly situated in the Île district. This area is characterized by very narrow sidewalks, cobblestones, and passages requiring crossing bridges with steep inclines or steps.
- Specific route: The guide sometimes has to use hidden passageways or fishing quays to demonstrate specific camera angles used in filming. These technical areas are not accessible for wheelchairs or people with mobility difficulties.
- Proximity to the water: Commentary stops often take place along the canals (Quai Brescon, Miroir aux Oiseaux). The lack of continuous safety barriers on these historic quays poses a risk to people with visual impairments.
- Movement and pace: The tour requires numerous stops to stand and compare the sets, often in areas where public benches are scarce, which can be physically demanding.
Destination
4 rue Colonel Denfert
13500
MARTIGUES
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 43.40822
Longitude : 5.05485