Overview

Come and admire a demonstration of Provençal jousting on the port.

The Provençal joust is inspired by medieval joust fights on horseback. More than a sport, it is a tradition dear to Provence.

This discipline consists in opposing two people, each on a boat, on top of a platform called "la tinteine". The goal is to send his opponent into the water. Each player is equipped with a spear, is protected by a chest protector and a cushion and holds in his left hand a witness that prevents him from removing the spear from his opponent. When the players board the boat, they make a "jibe" and the player who sent his opponent into the water is declared "fraire".

Location : Le Port de Sanary

Type(s) of event : Demonstration

Theme(s) : Water sports, Jousting

Pets allowed : yes

Environment
  • Close to a motorway
  • In centre of town
  • Town location
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Pedestrian area
  • Bus stop < 500 m
  • Beach within 300 m
  • On the Haven
  • In the historic centre
Tips

Ouvert à tous - Pour le repas, réservation fortement conseillée au bar Chez Didou (situé rue Jean Jaurès, derrière la crêperie Le Galion) ou directement sur place le jour J

Opening dates
Thursday 15 August 2024 at 6 pm.
6pm: Jousting demonstration.

Postponed in case of bad weather.
Comfort & equipment

Services

  • Pets welcome
Prices
Free access.

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