Miramas

Miramas is a French town situated north of the Étang de Berre lagoon and serves as a transportation hub with rail connections. The settlement combines residential areas, industrial zones, and open spaces across a broad landscape.

The settlement began as a small village and expanded significantly during the 20th century through industrial growth and rail connections. These changes transformed it into a key center of regional development.

The town draws residents and visitors from across the wider area who gather in public spaces and local shops. People experience this place through daily routines and community events that bring different groups together throughout the year.

The railway station connects this location to larger cities including Marseille, Avignon, and Arles, making day trips straightforward. Visitors can explore the surrounding region easily by using available transportation options.

A former racing circuit section now serves as a testing facility for automobile manufacturers, preserving motorsport heritage in unexpected ways. This location once played a role in early French motorsport history.

Location: Bouches-du-Rhône

Location: arrondissement of Istres

Location: Canton of Salon-de-Provence-2

Location: Métropole Aix-Marseille-Provence

Elevation above the sea: 52 m

Shares border with: Cornillon-Confoux, Grans, Istres, Saint-Chamas, Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Salon-de-Provence, Berre-l'Étang

Phone: +33800013140

Email: le.maire@mairie-miramas.fr

Website: https://miramas.fr

GPS coordinates: 43.58139,5.00139

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:01