Some say that its shape symbolizes the boat which brought the Saintes Maries to the coasts of Provence when they came to settle in the Camargue.
At first crunchy,
it softens to offer you a bouquet of flavors. This is indeed the traditional Marseille shuttle whose recipe has been kept secret for 200 years and for which three families have passed on the exclusivity of the know-how. Shaped like a small boat, it is always slightly sweet and delicately scented with orange blossom. The origin of this biscuit is associated with the festivals of the Chandeleur celebrated in Saint-Victor Abbey.
A version of the shuttles, with a less subtle taste, is sold in large retailers.
It’s exclusively at Four des Navettes,
housed in the oldest bakery of Marseille, where authentic biscuits are made and marketed. The small building is located on the sacred way, rue Sainte, which leads to theSaint-Victor Abbey. The business belongs to Master Artisan Baker Jean-Claude Imbert and his son Nicolas who perpetuate the tradition and passion for shuttles.
The vault oven,
built at the end of the 18th century on the model of Roman ovens in refractory bricks, still works today and allows the incomparable and unique quality of the shuttles to be obtained. It is exclusively dedicated to them. An element of local cultural heritage, the Four des Navettes has recognized historical value. A visit to the bakery allows you to satisfy your sweet tooth and enjoy a magnificent view of Fort Saint-Jean.
136 rue Sainte, 13007 Marseilles
