Campsite at La Couronne – Commune de Martigues

The village of La Couronne

Come and discover La Couronne, a small village in an unspoilt setting on the Mediterranean coast, right in the heart of Provence.

This small seaside town has everything you need. Beaches, cultural buildings, picturesque charm and conviviality.

You’ll also find a wide range of shops: tobacconist, newsagent, grocer, bakery, pastry shop, butcher, hairdresser, chemist, snack bar, car garage, fuel station…. and a market every Wednesday and Saturday. There’s also a post office and an ATM.

History of La Couronne

This small commune, part of the Martigues conurbation , has a long tradition of stonemasons, also known as “queyrouns”. It’s only logical, therefore, to find two major quarries where these workers once worked. The first, in the Couronne-Vieille cove, shaped the rock of the surrounding seaside, and the second, in the Verdon cove, is still active on certain occasions.

Several buildings were founded in this way. The church tower, in particular, bears the marks of the various stonemasons who contributed to its construction.

The village of La Couronne was also a major asset during the First and Second World Wars, as evidenced by the many blockhouses along the seafront.

Superb sandy beaches in Martigues

When you stay at a campsite in Martigues – La Couronne, you’ll have the whole Côte Bleue coastline at your fingertips.

Martigues boasts a number of beaches, each with its own special features.

Plage du Verdon
The town’s main beach, it takes its name from an ancient watercourse that ran through the area. It’s a long family beach sheltered from the wind by its large cove. It’s just a stone’s throw from the town center, making it easily accessible.
Plage de la Couronne-Vieille
Between sand and pebbles, surrounded by cliffs, this small beach with its unique charm welcomes scuba diving enthusiasts.
Plage de La Saulce
A friendly, sandy beach with lifeguards in summer. Its direct proximity to the shops makes it a coveted spot.
Plage de Sainte-Croix
Superb beach crossed by the coastal path. The seafront boasts an exceptional panorama of fine sand, pine forest, cliffs and a small chapel.
Plage de la Beaumaderie
Follow the paths beside the lighthouse and you’ll come across this small, wild beach lined with natural coves. Ideal for a quiet getaway.