Outdoor markets are the bomb! Not only do the markets radiate vibrantly fresh colors, the aroma of the food and the nice vendors make it really difficult for you not to come back. The big markets take place Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, but you can find a small market everyday at the Place Richelme. It is also important to know that on Saturdays, the main market takes place on Place des Precheurs/Place du Verdon, and throughout town that same day, there will be smaller markets as well--so definitely take a stroll and check it out. Only available on Saturdays, but soooo worth it, are the most amazing madeleines--Madeleines de Christophe. You can also find Paella, crepes, and other goodies. But food is not the sole thing you will find at these provencal marchés--clothes, accessories, books, art--you name it, they have it! I am just a big food fanatic, and am consequently gravitated to photograph the food...
Clock Tower On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the main market (accessories, clothes, etc) is found on the Cours Mirabeau, but Place Richelme will still have the food, and the flower market will be found in the next plaza over by the Clock Tower.
So without further a'do, come one, come all! To the great, provençal marchés of Aix! They are not only a great place to get lunch for some good prices, but you can also find provincial goodies to bring back as souvenirs to friends and families. Interacting with the vendors there is a great experience-- and not only will you get to practice your french, but you will ultimately be rewarded with French produce! I am a big fan of farmers markets in the States, but this just has no comparison.
Enjoy your shopping!
So without further a'do, come one, come all! To the great, provençal marchés of Aix! They are not only a great place to get lunch for some good prices, but you can also find provincial goodies to bring back as souvenirs to friends and families. Interacting with the vendors there is a great experience-- and not only will you get to practice your french, but you will ultimately be rewarded with French produce! I am a big fan of farmers markets in the States, but this just has no comparison.
Enjoy your shopping!