The tradition of electing anglers to manage resources, techniques and conflicts was mentioned in Marseille in 1431 and again in 1477 by letters patent from King René, Count of Provence.
In 1661, the 27 fishing patrons of Saint-Nazaire obtained the authorization of the bishop and parliament of Aix to build an altar and create a Saint Pierre brotherhood.
In Saint-Nazaire, the prud'homie was created on April 4, 1792. Its jurisdiction extends to the municipalities of Bandol, Sanary and Six-Fours and includes the fishing territory which extends from Cap Sicié to Ile Rousse.
The 1859 decree formalizes the functions and powers of the labour courts, "They have sole, exclusive and irrevocable jurisdiction over all disputes between fishermen arising from fishing incidents, manoeuvres and related provisions within the scope of their jurisdiction". Confirmed in their judicial power (final judgments without appeal), the labour courts remain under the supervision of the Directorate of Maritime Affairs.
Nowadays, the Prud'homie, a specifically Mediterranean institution, is active and brings together about fifteen Sanaryan fishing bosses.
Environment
- In centre of town
- Town location