Dragées Reynaud, Partner Fête de la Barquette in Marseille, September 19th & 20th 2026

On 19 and 20 September 2026, Marseille will celebrate one of the most iconic symbols of its maritime heritage during the Fête de la Barquette, held on the Vieux-Port as part of the European Heritage Days. These traditional boats, once used for small-scale fishing and still lovingly maintained by their owners today, are an integral part of Marseille’s identity. Exhibitions, Provençal entertainment and public boat trips will take place throughout these two days, dedicated to preserving and passing on this unique maritime heritage.

For the occasion, Dragées Reynaud wanted to bring a gourmet touch to the event by offering black and green Olivettes, presented in our “South of France” boxes. This gesture was particularly meaningful to us, as these creations reflect both our own history and our deep attachment to Marseille and Provence. Established in Provence since 1956, our company has preserved its artisanal expertise in dragées, chocolate and confectionery, with recipes regularly inspired by the flavours and symbols of Southern France.

Our Olivettes are a perfect example of this connection. Their shape naturally evokes the olive, an essential symbol of Provençal culture, while their black and green colours are reminiscent of Mediterranean landscapes and traditions. Presented in our “South of France” boxes, they accompany an event deeply rooted in Marseille’s identity, bringing together maritime heritage, local traditions and conviviality.

Through this participation, Dragées Reynaud is delighted to contribute, in its own way, to highlighting Marseille’s craftsmanship and heritage. Above all, the Fête de la Barquette is a moment of exchange and sharing, centred around boats that tell part of the city’s story and the people who continue to keep this tradition alive. This spirit of transmission is something our company has also been deeply committed to since 1956.

Fête de la Barquette 2026 Programme

Saturday 19 September: exhibitions open from 10:00 am, with public boat trips from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

Sunday 20 September: exhibitions open from 10:00 am, with public boat trips from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm.

The event will take place on Marseille’s Vieux-Port. Admission is free, and no reservation is required for the boat trips, subject to the capacity of each boat.

This meeting between Marseille’s traditional barquettes and our Olivettes ultimately reflects two different expressions of the same attachment: a love of tradition, inherited craftsmanship and the identity of Southern France. A wonderful opportunity for Dragées Reynaud to celebrate Marseille in a different way, between the sea and the pleasures of confectionery.