The Arles market — Local services in Arles

A must see if you are visiting the south of France. It's supposed to be the biggest farmers market in France. Lot of local produce, spices, herbs, meat, fish, clothing and cafe + lots more. It's a great experience to come to this market. You can sample the flavour of how locals live in rural France. This market has a strong north African influence with sellers from countries like Morocco, Algeria, Egypt etc.

You can get great deals here at decent prices. The stuff is cheap and in some case unique local artisan produce. The air has the aroma of the local spices like rose mary, thyme, sage etc. There are loads of bars and cafe where you can sit down and have your lunch. Mingle with the locals who are super friendly and nice.

One thing to remember tho, the market starts at 6AM and closes at mid-day, after which u can enjoy a cooling drink + some delicious local cuisine. Must see atleast once if you are in...

I've been living in Arles for 3 years and I still come every Saturday to enjoy the market's colorful, provençal and friendly atmosphere. I start at the local producers' square (near the tourist's office) where I find organic and local vegetables (the Japanese producer has exquisite leaves to add to your salade). Don't miss the cheese and olive's stands just behind the square. And just before leaving I meet friends and drink a coffee or a fresh pressed juice at Marie's market café (next to the carrousel), where the local "bobos" gather. Pure...

If you're here when it's open, you owe it to yourself to go. Nothing like your typical indoor boutique markets or upscale once a month things, this feels like a proper market for locals (and is a madhouse as such). Plenty of fresh produce at good prices, many places to grab a cheap, delicious meal for a picnic. A few more expensive places selling things like cured meats and nougat. I advise you to walk the length before buying anything if you have time to do it, many of the vendors sell the same things but at...