Puces Musicales de Marseille

Les Puces Musicales: The Meeting Place for Marseille's Music Lovers

Every first Sunday of the month, the Parking Relais RTM Einstein, located at 300 rue Albert Einstein in the 13th arrondissement of Marseille, hosts the Puces Musicales, a market entirely dedicated to the world of music. From 8 am to 4 pm, about fifty exhibitors—record dealers, musicians, collectors, and enthusiasts—display their sonic treasures in this vast open-air parking lot, just a stone's throw from the La Rose metro terminus.

The Puces Musicales distinguishes itself from general flea markets by its musical specialization. The stalls exclusively offer music-related items: vinyl records of all genres and eras, CDs, cassettes, acoustic and electric musical instruments, audio and hi-fi equipment (amplifiers, turntables, speakers), sheet music, music books and magazines, concert posters, merchandise, and derivative items related to artists or bands.

A Paradise for Vinyl Collectors

Vinyl records are the heart of the Puces Musicales offering. Collectors can find original pressings, limited editions, rare imports, and used vinyl covering all musical genres: rock, jazz, soul, funk, classical music, French chanson, reggae, hip-hop, electronic music, and world music. Prices range from a few euros for common records to more substantial sums for sought-after collector's items.

Marseille has a rich and diverse music scene, and the Puces Musicales reflect this vitality. The exhibitors, often music lovers or musicians themselves, readily share their knowledge and recommendations. The exchanges between sellers and buyers go beyond simple commercial transactions to become genuine conversations about music, artists, and sonic discoveries.

Instruments and Audio Equipment

Beyond records, the Puces Musicales offers a dedicated space for used musical instruments: acoustic and electric guitars, basses, keyboards, percussion, wind instruments, and accessories (strings, picks, cases, effects pedals). Musicians, both amateur and experienced, come here to find the used instrument they desire at an affordable price.

Audio and hi-fi equipment also holds an important place: turntables, amplifiers, speakers, headphones, mixing consoles, and vintage or recent recording equipment. Audiophiles can find quality items to complete or improve their listening setup.

An Accessible Site in the Heart of the 13th Arrondissement

The Parking Relais RTM Einstein benefits from an ideal location in the 13th arrondissement of Marseille, near the Château-Gombert district and the terminus of metro line 1 (La Rose). The site is served by buses 1, 1s, 142J, and 144J, making it one of the most accessible specialized markets in Marseille by public transport. The parking lot offers ample free parking spaces for visitors arriving by car.

The Château-Gombert district, a former Provençal village annexed to Marseille, retains a village charm with its narrow streets, church, and the Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires. Visitors to the Puces Musicales can extend their morning with a stroll through this picturesque neighborhood, just a few minutes' walk from the Einstein parking lot.