DINOSAUR'ISTRES, a walk among the great figures dinosaurs the town of Istres, on the Hill of the Castellan, already known and recognized as a remarkable archaeological site (see page...) and emblematic of biodiversity Provencal. With 20 species represented at full-scale along a route following their emergence time on Earth, accompanied by explanatory signs on each species and general themes that have all been written under the control of Stéphane JOUVE, head of collections of Palaeontology of the University Pierre and Marie Curie (Paris), attached to the Center for research on the paleobiodiversite and paleoenvironments of the National Museum of history natural (Paris), Dinosaur'Istres, offers to the Once a playful and informative walk for young and old. The site of the Castellan, who has been completely preserved, also offers a diversity and richness of Mediterranean flora which will constitute an additional discovery for visitors. Beyond the discovery of the course of how free and independent, supported by explanatory signs, many activities and tours are available during the summer and throughout the year by the Tourism Office, which appeals to palaeontologists. Lectures will also be scheduled. Dinosaur' between Istres, also at the heart of educational projects carried by the city in the direction of the children, under ventilated centres or activities peri-scolaires or still the game library, but also in the direction of all audiences through including of the media library. The whole project has been designed with a strong scientific dimension and relies on collaborations with recognized experts on the subject.Free and open access. Open every day of the year
- Pets allowed
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Where to stay
Gite Des Bolles
Istres
Sur le hameau des Bolles dominant la ville d'Istres, villa climatisée de 110 m² sur 2 niveaux. Au RdC : salon/séjour. Cuisine entièrement équipée. 1 bureau avec ordinateur et connexion internet Wi-Fi. WC indépendants. A l'étage : 3 chambres avec 1 lit/2 pers. Salle de bain. WC…
Sous Le Tilleul
Istres
"Venez vous ressourcer dans un écrin de verdure sous le soleil Provençal, vous pourrez profiter d'un spa privatif de 6 places (équipé d'aromathérapie, de luminothérapie, de 108 jets de massages, d'enceintes bluetooth...) à l'ombre d'un tilleul centenaire. La maison est composée d'un grand…
Top Motel
Istres
Located in the new area of the Park of the hotel, the TOP MOTEL residence with its 24 rooms, profits by the of this city, in the heart of Provence. Between ponds and Crau, at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, the Alpilles and the Camargue, Istres is an expert in quality of life.Private parking…
La Bartavelle
Istres
Pretty restored ancient house, independent, Provencal style, on the hillside, on an open yard of 6000 sq.m. planted with olive trees. Rambling trails on site View on the pond. groundlevel house : kitchen (microwave, dishwahser). Large living-room (TV). 1 bedroom with a double bed. 2 bedrooms with…
Sylce
Istres
Appartement de 65 m² en rez-de-chaussée de la villa des propriétaires situé dans un quartier résidentiel et calme. Séjour/salon avec un convertible/2 pers. Cuisine américaine entièrement équipée. Une chambre avec 1 lit/2pers. Une salle d'eau avec WC. Terrasse de 80 m² avec mobilier de…
Le Cigalon
Istres
Furnished 50 m² up to 4/5 people. Part of mas on a farm, in the middle of the plane trees and pine trees, 3 Km from the city centre. Apartment ground floor includes a living room with two bunk beds, click Clack, a room a bed 2 pers, separate equipped kitchen (fridge with freezer, microwave,…
Villa
Istres
Belle villa, de type bastide d'une superficie de 140 m². Cette villa 4 étoiles possède 4 chambres, pouvant accueillir 8 personnes avec grande piscine sécurisée. Chambre parentale en RDC avec S.B attenante. ( Douche à l'italienne) A l'étage, 3 chambres : 1 lit en 140, une autre avec 2 lits…
Les Narcisses
Istres
Ground floor of the villa of the owners with a separate kitchen (mini-oven), a room with 1 bed for 2 people and a sofa bed/1 pers. shower room (shower, WC). TV socket. TV on request (free of charge). Possibility extra bed on request (free). Private courtyard with garden furniture and barbecue.…
Bed and breakfast in Trigance
Istres
Located in the heart of Provence, this beautiful suite of 65 m² with shower, will seduce you with its charm and its ideal location to visit Provence. 30 mn from Marseille, about 40 minutes from the Camargue, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, 25 mn of the Blue Coast, Arles and the Alpilles, you will…
Things to do
Chapel of Saint Sulpice
Istres
This religious 9th century chapel is a very pure Romanesque style. This is one of the oldest in the region. Its Bell was also called Sainte-catherine. It has a lantern of the dead. The Chapelle St-Sulpice reveals the former Istres, as Oppidium du Castellan, an ancient place Celto-Ligure which…
Chocolatier Yves Thuries
Istres
Yves Thuriès est cuisinier-pâtissier-chocolatier, membre de l'Académie Culinaire de France, élu 2 fois Meilleur Ouvrier de France pâtissier-chocolatier-confiseur et glacier. Il est aussi membre de l'Académie Française du Chocolat et de la Confiserie " Fauteuil n° 6 ", depuis 1998,…
Jean Hagopian
Istres
Jean Hagopian, apiculteur récoltant, produits des miels variés entrant dans la composition de ses nougats : nougat noir (miel, amandes), nougat provençal (miel, amandes, orange) ou nougat blanc (au miel de lavande). Il propose également des bonbons fourrés au miel, au pollen de fleurs et de…
Brasserie de Sulauze
Istres
La Brasserie est installé dans une vieille bergerie de 300 ans, ou se trouve deux jeunes brasseurs autodidactes (Gui et Ju) qui brassent, en partie, grâce aux céréales et aux houblons cultivés en biodynamie sur le Domaine. Le but de la brasserie est d'utiliser la matière première local,…
Centre for Contemporary Art
Istres
ACC is located in the most beautiful Mansion from the ancient Center renovated in the 18th century during the reign of Louis XV, its construction is earlier than the 17th century.Its programming is organized according to an annual rate of three exhibitions with major objectives support to the…
Art Zoo Istres
Istres
An extraordinary world where art made you an unusual adventure. Take the paths of the Park and get to know these twelve animals out of the ordinary: Safa giraffe, Ibérico Taurus or even though Michka the bear!The desks already bring you lots of information but you can delve deeper in experience…
Nautic Club Miramas
Saint Chamas
Le Nautic Club accueille des groupes pendant l'été (juillet et août) pour des stages de découverte, d'initiative et d'approfondissement, de un à 5jours. L'enseignement se fait sous forme de 1 à 2 séances par jour (le matin et/ou l'après midi. Le support peut être le dériveur Pico, la…
Oleiculteur Lambert
Istres
Au bord de l'étang, Annie et Philippe Lambert exploitent un verger familial de 2 hectares d'oliviers, et pratiquent une culture raisonnée. Les variétés d'olives produites à savoir, Salonenque, Aglandau, Picholine et Grossane sont triturés au Moulin de Grans. Vente directe à la Propriété…
Vitrail Déco
Istres
Invitez les éclats de lumière à colorer votre intérieur. Une décoration unique et personnalisée, adaptée à tous les styles. Un patchwork de couleurs changeantes à tout instant de la journée et au fil des saisons. La magie du verre au service de votre bien être.
Where to eat
Sébastien Table
Istres
A page turns and Sébastien Richard leaves his piano he has held since 1998 Antoine Letan-Martin already head chef from may 2014 at the Table of Sebastian.Both worked for the Bib Gourmand Award awarded by the Michelin Guide.Antoine will continue to surprise you with gourmet cuisine based on local…
Inspirations
La pétanque
This sport (yes, Pétanque is a sport, but we'll talk about that later) is an intrinsic part of life in Marseille and has been from generation to generation!
Every quarter has its own boules court and/or boules association, including, of course, a watering hole...
Squash
The Gourmet's New Eldorado
It had all but disappeared from the markets, but then – perhaps as a result of Halloween arriving in France – squash made a big comeback on our stalls just over a decade ago