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On this urban stroll through l'Estaque, become a local, an "estaquéen", and find the shortcuts and secret passages of a Marseilles village. Not suitable for strollers, but for children in baby carriers or walking. It's a fun way to discover the heart of the village of l'Estaque. L'Estaque will no longer hold any secrets for you. It's a fun, family-friendly tour.

Urban walking itinerary in Marseille, in the footsteps of Maire-Madeleine, between the Estaque and Aygalades districts. Marseille is a very special stage on the ten-stage, 222-kilometer route. Here we present the first section, which offers a glimpse of the Grotte-Ermitage des Aygalades and the crypt of the Aygalades church, two truly remarkable sites.

Local loop of the Côte Bleue, 6km from Niolon, with a panorama of the Frioul and the Rade de Marseille. Hiking in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Alpilles, Maussane-les-Alpilles initially. This loop goes borrows the outskirts of the village of les Baux-de-Provence and Paradou. In this country circuit, you will discover the cultures of olive trees classified in AOC, multiple channels for irrigation of fields, stone Bastide, a House Wren... It is also a circuit without technical difficulty, the route follows mainly the forest paths or roads. The route passes under the rocky outcrop of the leases which resembles a bow of boat closely as far it remains stunning. A little further away, the garrigue Unveils post-war Mas quite atypical décor of Provence, the 'baou trouca"rock holes. The trail ends by the crossing of old Maussane and passing through the centre of the village.

Bourgailles Caucarières hike, 4km, on the paths of the Côte Bleue. This route allows you to take an easy and pleasant family walk in the heart of our forest while having a breathtaking view of the sea. In the middle of the route, an orientation table allows you to find your bearings. At the starting car park, picnic tables allow you to take a lunch break.

A hiking itinerary on the Côte Bleue, between the green of the pine forests and the blue of the sea. Comprising 17 loops, this route will keep you busy for 3 or 4 days! Accessible from all Côte Bleue train stations.

Simiane is the oldest village in the Bouches-du-Rhône located on the northern slope of the Chaîne de l’Etoile. Discover the astonishing richness of its fauna and flora by moving closer to the canyon walls with its canopy of flowers. Before heading back to the village, look up to your left, to the Rock of Castrum and catch a glimpse of the Clock Tower. It was an ancient watchtower built in the 13th century. You can visit the of St. Peter Parish Church built in the 18th century, before stopping at the 18th century castle transformed as a City Hall.

Local loop of 12.4km in the Côte Bleue massif. An exceptional panorama over Carry-le-Rouet and its viaduct. This hike, starting from the Rouet beach, takes in the superb Notre Dame du Rouet chapel on the promontory, with a beautiful view of the Rouet calanque and its viaduct on one side and the Rouet bay and beach on the other. The Plaine du Bon Jean fell prey to flames on July 15, 2016. Without vegetation, the white limestone cliffs stand out even more, making this valley inaccessible off the trail. The ridge route offers a beautiful view of Marseille and its islands.

Easy 1h30 hike over the Côte Bleue massif, then down to the calanque des eaux salées, passing under the viaduct. Hiking in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Alpilles, Maussane-les-Alpilles initially. This loop goes borrows the outskirts of the village of les Baux-de-Provence and Paradou. In this country circuit, you will discover the cultures of olive trees classified in AOC, multiple channels for irrigation of fields, stone Bastide, a House Wren... It is also a circuit without technical difficulty, the route follows mainly the forest paths or roads. The route passes under the rocky outcrop of the leases which resembles a bow of boat closely as far it remains stunning. A little further away, the garrigue Unveils post-war Mas quite atypical décor of Provence, the 'baou trouca"rock holes. The trail ends by the crossing of old Maussane and passing through the centre of the village.

This moderate hike (12km, 4h) takes in the hills behind the famous seaside resort of Carry-le-Rouet: the Estaque chain. This easy trail alternates between valley-bottom paths and wide tracks. Following a fire some 30 years ago, a low scrubland of kermes oak, rockrose, valerian and fragrant rosemary has developed on this white limestone rock, affording fine views of the Mediterranean Sea. On the way back, take the "sentier du lézard" (lizard trail), a path in the Côte Bleue regional marine park, lined with ten commentary boards on the flora and fauna of the seaside. Walk down Avenue Pierre Semard for around 200 m, then turn right into Rue des Ecoles, crossing a small white bridge. At the bottom of the street, turn right onto chemin du Jas Vieux, which you will follow to its end. Go through a barrier and enter the cylindrical tunnel under the D9 Côte Bleue expressway. At the old quarry, go straight on up the path lined with rockroses, valerian, kermes oaks and rosemary. It winds through a valley that was ravaged by fire 30 years ago. On the ground, notice the ruts made by cartwheels, evidence of an industrial past (transporting large blocks of stone). Entering the hill Leave the yellow trail and continue along the path on the right, which follows another valley. Then take the 2nd path on the left (between 2 rows of pine trees). It bends to the left, reaches a small pass and then joins the blue ridge path. View of the sea and the village of Ensuès-la-Redonne. Follow the ridge in a flat N-W direction. Pass under the high-voltage power line (to the right of a pylon). You come to a crossroads (stele of Marcel le chasseur and rusty old fence). Turn left onto a wide dirt track (yellow and blue). After a pylon, take the right-hand track, which continues flat on the Chemin de Valprête. Follow the small yellow gas line poles for 20 minutes, until you come to a rusty cistern. At the crossroads of the rusty cistern and 4 paths, take the small path furthest to the left at the corner of a beautiful pine tree, which descends for 25 minutes into a stony, pine-wooded valley. It joins a path coming from the left. Continue straight downhill (blue line). Then pass under another cylindrical tunnel of the Côte Bleue D9 expressway (be careful, it can be wet and very slippery!), skirt it on the left for 100m, then turn right on a good path due south. You'll come to a dirt track on the left, which runs along a telephone line (wooden poles). Stay on this main track until you reach a fork, where you'll see 2 telephone masts. At the fork, in sight of the 2 telephone masts, follow the wooden telephone poles to the right along a wide blue track below. Follow the Club Canin Saussétois. Cross the tarmac road and level crossing. Continue on Avenue de Lariano, Sausset-les-Pins commune, which joins the seafront and the GR, which you follow to the left on Avenue de l'Europe D5 as far as the Carry-le-Rouet entrance sign. Leave the D5 at the Carry-le-Rouet entrance sign and the plage des Baumettes. Still on the GR, follow the coastal path along the "piste du Lézard", which runs pleasantly alongside the sea to the port of Carry. This educational trail, part of the Côte Bleue regional marine park, features 10 information points on a variety of themes (aquatic flora and fauna, plants, shrubs, erosion, fossils, cicadas and green lizards), and is sure to amaze you! Magnificent views over the Côte Bleue to Marseille. After the pretty little red-and-white lighthouse and the inviting sandy coves perfect for swimming, arrive at the port of Carry via the Quai Malleville and walk past the Casino Municipal. Turn left onto Avenue Aristide Briand and pass the Espace Fernandel cinema. Take the yellow route along the boulodrome to the railway station.

This 8km circuit starts from the Tourist Office and takes you through the hills of Carry-le-Rouet. After walking along the bottom of the valley, you'll discover ancient caves that were still inhabited in the early 1900s. The orientation table gives you a wide view of the Chaîne de l'Etoile, the coastal massifs around Marseille and its islands, as far as the Phare de la Couronne lighthouse. You'll come across a number of pretty little sheds tended by local hunters. On the way back, you'll notice that in the valleys sheltered from the mistral, the pines are gradually taking their place again.

Board a convertible mini and set off to discover Marseilles at your own pace. BOARD A CONVERTIBLE MINI AND SET OFF TO DISCOVER MARSEILLES AT YOUR OWN PACE. For 3 hours, explore Marseilles from this small colourful car equipped with an interactive system working as a GPS and audio guide. See the landmarks of the city, from the Old Port to the Panier neighbourhood and the Corniche. Discover iconic spots of Marseilles such as Notre Dame de la Garde basilica, Mucem and the Vélodrome Stadium. Thanks to this unique private tour, Marseilles will hold no more secrets from you!

Explore the Corniche of Marseilles during an audio guided convertible Mini tour! EXPLORE THE CORNICHE OF MARSEILLES DURING AN AUDIO GUIDED CONVERTIBLE MINI TOUR! With an interactive tablet which serves a GPS and audio guide, discover Marseilles' culture in a fun, entertaining way. While listening to the audio guide's commentary, drive along the coastline and enjoy breathtaking views to the Mediterranean and its beaches. Drive around the Old Port and discover some of the city's landmarks: Vallon des Auffes, Mucem, Notre Dame de la Garde basilica. A unique private tour, which will let you in on all of Marseilles' secrets!

Discover the landmarks of Marseilles during an audio guided convertible Mini tour! DISCOVER THE LANDMARKS OF MARSEILLES DURING AN AUDIO GUIDED CONVERTIBLE MINI TOUR! With an interactive tablet working as a GPS and audio guide, this colourful convertible Mini will take you through the streets of Marseilles. During this 2-hour ride, discover Marseilles' culture in a fun, entertaining way. At your own pace, explore the old town, from the Panier neighbourhood to the historic centre of the city. Then, go to the Mucem and Saint-Victor abbey, and reach the heights to see the Notre Dame de la Garde basilica. Enjoy this viewpoint overlooking the city and make the most of this private, original tour!

Board a convertible mini and set off to discover the landmarks of Marseilles at your own pace! BOARD A CONVERTIBLE MINI AND SET OFF TO DISCOVER THE LANDMARKS OF MARSEILLES AT YOUR OWN PACE! This colourful car, which can hold up to 2 people, is an original solution to discover Marseilles at your own pace. With an interactive tablet which serves a GPS and audio guide, discover Marseilles' culture in a fun, entertaining way! From the Old Port to the Notre Dame de la Garde basilica, see the landmarks of Marseilles. Enjoy views to the city from the heights, and make the most of this unique private tour, combining culture and fun!

Enjoy priority access to MuCEM: the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Discover the rich heritage of Marseilles, the European capital of culture. ENJOY YOUR E-TICKET AND VISIT TO MUCEM: THE MUSEUM OF CIVILISATIONS IN EUROPE AND THE MEDITERRANEAN! MuCEM was the 1st national museum dedicated to Mediterranean culture. Situated between the Old Gate and Saint Jean Fort, MuCEM holds numerous expositions throughout the year about anthropology, history, and mediterranean culture and archeology. Visitors will also have access to numerous works from both ancient and modern times Thanks to your skip-the-line ticket, you will be able to quickly access the collections without waiting in line outside the building. Visitors can explore the hallways and rooms, such as the famous Phonecian city room, freely. This historic 17th-century monument has been completely renovated and restored. Its atypical architecture, a bold but elegant blend of the ancient and the ultra-modern, has made it a new emblem of the city. Throughout the centuries, Marseille has remained an important crossroads for culture!

Ride through the city of Marseilles and the surrounding areas on board a segway during this 2-hour tour! The most beautiful sights, monuments and palaces of the city are waiting for you! EXPLORE EVERY CORNER OF MARSEILLES DURING THIS 2-HOUR SEWAY TOUR! Your instructor will take you to all of the city's must-see sights. Begin your 2-hour guided tour with the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral, the Vieille Charité, the Rue de la République and the Paroisse Saint-Cannat, as well as the Saint-Ferréol church and the historic high street La Cannebière! Pass in front of the famous Marseilles Opera, followed by the Ombrière (an atypical sculpture/shelter by Norman Foster) and the Hôtel de Ville, before heading in the direction of the splendid Longchamp Palace and its beautiful gardens, the Pharo Palace with its spectacular sea views, the traditional “Les Réformés” church, and the charming Cours Estienne d’Orves (itinerary subject to modifications). Next, you'll have the chance to admire the Maison Diamantée and the Hôtel-Dieu, a former hospital transformed into a luxury hotel. Finish your grand segway tour by the Saint Jean Fort and the famous MuCEM: The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. This segway trip through the wonderful city of Marseilles is sure to be a memorable experience!

Discover the must-see sights of Marseilles and the famous Vieux Panier neighborhood during this segway tour! Ride along the city streets in a fun and amusing way! THIS SEGWAY TOUR IS THE MOST ORIGINAL WAY TO DISCOVER MARSEILLES AND ALL THE UNMISSABLE PLACES IN THE VIEUX PANIER NEIGHBOURHOOD IN JUST 1 HOUR! Your instructor will lead you on a circuit that includes all the must-see sights of Marseilles. Begin your 1-hour guided tour with the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral, the Vieille Charité, Rue de la République, the Paroisse Saint-Cannat and the Saint-Ferréol church, as well as the historic high street La Cannebière. Next, you'll make your way to the Panier neighbourhood to explore the oldest district of the Mediterranean city, listening to informative commentary provided by your instructor. At the Vieux Port, you'll discover the Ombrière, an atypical sculpture/shelter designed by Norman Foster, and the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) before reaching the Hôtel-Dieu, the former hospital transformed into a luxury hotel. You'll then get to admire the magnificent Saint Jean Fort before finishing your city segway tour at MuCEM: The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Discover the Mediterranean city in a fun and practical way!

Discover all the unmissable sights of the Mediterranean city! Climb on board a segway for an entertaining tour and admire all the splendid views on offer! CLIMB ABOARD A SEGWAY FOR A 90-MINUTE TOUR AROUND THE STREETS OF MARSEILLES! Your instructor will take you to all of the city's must-see sites. Begin the 90-minute guided tour with the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral, the Vieille Charité, the Rue de la République and the Paroisse Saint-Cannat, as well as the Saint-Ferréol church and the historic high street La Cannebière. You'll then head in the direction of the famous Marseilles Opera House, before riding past the charming Cours Estienne d’Orves and the Ombrière, an atypical sculpture/shelter by Norman Foster located on the Vieux Port. Admire the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) and the luxury Hôtel-Dieu before reaching the Maison Diamantée. The next port of call is at the foot of the Saint Jean Fort before the Segway tour comes to an end at the famous MuCEM: The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. This fun tour is bursting with sights and monuments!

Disocver the city of Marseilles at your own pace with a 1 or 2-day bus pass. Hop on and off the bus freely to admire the city's most beautiful monuments. DISCOVER THE BEST OF MARSEILLE THANKS TO THIS PANORAMICC BUS TOUR THAT LEAVES FROM THE OLD PORT AND WHERE YOU CAN GET ON OR OFF AT ANY STOP! Enjoy the panoramic hop-on, hop-off bus as you discover Marseille, located at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, and learn about its monuments. Visitors can get on and off the bus freely as they discover the city at their own pace, and visit the small side roads that make the city so rich in history. Passes are valid for 1 or 2 consecutive days to hlp you get to know your way around the city. Thanks to the two routes (red and blue), as well as audioguide commentary in 8 languages, you will discover the riches of Marseille. RED ROUTE: Pass by the Saint Nicolas Fort, Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, la Capitainerie, and 11 other stops. BLUE ROUTE: Along the ble route, visitors will stop at 11 different points, such as the entrance to the Marseille prefecture, la Cite Radieuse, Borely Hippodrome, and MUCEUM. The beauty and contrasts that await you in Marseille are sure to not leave you dissapointed!

Discover all the must see places in Marseilles with this all inclusive pass. Enjoy free entry to a number of museums and attractions, as well as all public transport in Marseilles! Take advantage of discounts on a number of activities! MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAY IN MARSEILLES WITH THIS ALL INCLUSIVE PASS! For a period of 24, 48 or even 72 consecutive hours, enjoy free entry to more than 10 museums and free access to all public transport in Marseilles. Take advantage of discounts on numerous tours and museums with this pass! In addition, the Marseilles Pass will enable you to jump the queues. MUSEUMS: MuCEM (Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations) Museum of African, South Seas and American Indian Arts Mediterranean Archeology Museum Maritime and Commercial Museum Cantini Museum Roman Docks Museum Natural History Museum Marseilles Local History Museum Grobet-Labadié Museum Muesum of Decorative Arts and Fashion – Borély History Museum MAC Contemporary Gallery TRIPS AND TOURS: Whether you’re with your family or friends, you will enjoy all the city tours included in the pass: Château d’If, small tourist train (with queue jump, during crowded periods), boat tour, etc. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Use your ticket included in the Marseilles Pass and start to explore the city. Free and unlimited access to all types of public transport (bus, tramways, city shuttles and metros) for the whole duration of your pass. DISCOUNTS AND FREEBIES: Make the most of a number of discounts, freebies and free samples in some of the best restaurants and cafés, as well as in certain shops and attractions. You will be fascinated by the wealth and activities on offer in the magnificent city of Marseilles! Discover all the secrets of the Phocaean city!  

A symbol of the romanisation of Martigues, it expresses the integration of the local elite in a new political and social system. The northern façade of the Chapelle de Saint Julien features a stone bas-relief of La Couronne which probably belonged to a monumental mausoleum. It represents a familiar funeral scene with a couple in the centre with two small children surrounded by two figures wearing gowns and two soldiers. Built during the first century AD, it is linked to the creation of a villa lower on the plain. The building is a tribute to the first master and founder of the residential and farming estate of Saint Julien.

The Cote Bleue has a limestone and indented coastline that stretches over some thirty kilometres between Martigues and Marseille. The Côte Bleue (Blue Coast) is a jagged limestone coastline that stretches for 30 kilometres between Martigues and Marseille. It is a succession of calanques (coves), little creeks and beaches nestling against the Estaque Hills One side of this chain encloses the Bay of Marseille on the north-west and, at the same time, its other side protects the basin of Berre Lagoon. It is a limestone arc of wild landscape, cut into by narrow winding vales at medium altitudes (180 - 280 m). The hills drop sharply into the sea along most of the coast; sometimes fishermens hamlets and weekend cabins cling to the steep crags. In the western part, the chain softens into plateaux and there are fine sandy beaches. A regional marine park was created in 1983 on the initiative of four local councils. It includes a 70 hectares conservation area off the coast from Sausset, and a peripheral area of 3,000 hectares that includes the entire coastline of the Blue Coast. There are splendid views from the coastal railway, which was built at the start of the century with several viaducts and tunnels. The best way to explore this coastline by car is to take the roads that go around little pleasure ports, skim the cliffs and wind through the rocky vales and the pinewoods. There are many suitable places for taking casual walks or longer hikes. A footpath called the "Customs officers’ footpath" is being built along the coastline. There is an abrupt descent into the calanque of La Redonne and then acrobatic paths lead to the calanques of Figuières and Méjean. A little further on are Madrague-de-Gignac and Niolon, a small village hanging on the rocky slopes at the end of the calanque of the same name, flanked by a 19th century fort with its cannons, where there is a very active diving centre. Bare and windswept Cap Couronne has a magnificent panorama of the coast and the Bay of Marseille.

The boulevard Longchamp. This boulevard with its plane trees was created by an association of owners who, after having left it to the city to open the boulevard in the 1830s, built apartment buildings and private mansions. The boulevard Longchamp with its plane trees was created by an owners association. They let the city open the boulevard in the 1830s and then built apartment buildings for rent and private mansions. This was an immediate success, and soon a quarter with a very homogenic architectural style developed. Here can be found the typical " three-window " building, a design often repeated in several quarters of Marseille. The observatory, the oldest scientific establishement of Marseille, will soon celebrate its 300th birthday. Before the transformation of the Longchamp plateau, it was installed in the Accoules quarter, in the old part of Marseille in the Collège de Sainte-Croix, where it was created in 1702 by the Jesuits by royal order. The observatory is attached to the Ministry of National Education and the CNRS research organization. Today it is a processing centre for data obtained from the largest telescopes of the world and from sclale space experiments, and also a laboratory for the development of instruments. The main research themes are at present aimed at the study of galaxies and interstellar environment. Since January 2000, the observatory has expanded by becoming, together with the Laboratoire d'Astronomie Spatiale at Trois Lucs in Marseille and the Observatoire de Haute Provence, the Observatoire Astronomique Marseille Provence attached to the University of Provence. Apart from its research activity, the observatory is open to the general public and school groups and regularly proposes educational activities on astronomy. The association Andromède organizes exhibitions, school visits, group visits (children and adults), lectures, sky observations and planetarium shows. Furthermore, the observatory has a very fine room of old instruments which the Patrimoine group presents to the general public and school groups. The Palais Longchamp. The city had a shortage of water and since the 16th century, there had been a plan to dig a canal to supply Marseille with water from the river Durance. The water problem became an obsession for the municipality in the 19th centuury, aggravated by a cholera epidemic in 1835. From 1838 onwards, projects for the digging of this canal were designed finally the plan of the public works engineer Franz Mayor de Montrichier was adopted. To dig this canal of 85 kilometres, underground ducts and 18 aqueduct bridges had to be made. This took 10 years, helped by the tenacity of certain councillors like Mayor Consolat. Right from the beginning of the works in 1839, a monumental reservoir to celebrate this so precious water was planned. After several projects, the design of the architect of Notre-Dame de la Garde, Henry Espérandieu, was chosen to build the most remarkable of all edifices constructed during the Second Empire. Usually, the front is 7 metres wide and the depth of the building is 14 metres. According to the means and the wishes of the client, the buildings are more or less decorated especially around the entrance doors and the window frames. Sometimes, the three-window module was doubled and some buildings can have six windows, but these were built later. Apart from the three-window type, you can see private mansions built for only one family with very fine decoration. Most of these buildings have a garden, and those with even numbers open towards the south. This shows that the quality of living was already one of the preoccupations of 19th century architects. This historic building, inaugurated in 1869, commemorates the arrival of the water of the canal between the river Durance and Marseille. On the same site, it brought together the Museum of Fine Arts, which before was in the former Bernadines chapel, the Museum Natural History, a botanic park and a zoo. The rich decoration of the building evokes the abundance and fertility brought by the water of the canal. Here sculpture has a dominating role, and this work was entrusted to the greatest artists of that period. The famous animal sculptor Antoine Louis Barye created the lions and the tigers of the entrance, and the monumental fountain in the centre of the row of columns is the work of Jules Cavelier. It represents the river Durance surrounded by figures symbolizing the vines and wheat on a cart pulled by the bulls of Camargue. The interior decoration of the museums is also remarkable. The main stairs of the Fine Arts Museum are adorned by two large painting by Puvis de Cavannes, commissioned in 1867: Marseille, the Greek colony and Marseille, Gateway to the Orient. In the Provence room, painted by Raphaël Ponson, the museum has preserved a fine example of historical museography. The Fine arts Museum, installed in the left wing of the building. In the right wing of the building the Museum of Natural History has been instaled since 1869.

The crossroads of Cours Belsunce and Cours Saint-Louis are the zero point of the city. All distances between Marseille and the other cities of France are measured from this point. In the 17th century, following the example of Aix-en-Provence, Marseille decided to open the esplanade which was the favourite walk of the inhabitants of Marseille. On this Cours, later called Belsunce in the memory of the bishop of Marseille who became famous during the Great Plague of 1720, the Foire à l’Ail et aux Taraïettes (Garlic and earthenware fair) is held every year from 15 June to 14 July. When crossing Cours Belsunce you can see on the left the Arc de Triomphe of the Place d’Aix erected in 1839 by the architect Penchaud. During the expansion of the city in 1666, the opening of the Porte Royale (the future Porte d’Aix) gave Marseille a wider entrance for passenger and goods traffic between France, Marseille and the Orient. On the other side is Cours Saint-Louis, where the 18 cast iron kiosks of the flower sellers were installed. From 1847 to 1968 their colourful stalls delighted the passers-by and the artists of the Alcazar always bought a rose to bring luck before going on stage. On the right you can see Castellane fountain, located on the Porte d’Aix -Obelisk line, one of the longest perspectives of Europe. The Alcazar. This famous music hall, opened in 1857, brought many artists on the stage. Great names of singers like Rellys, Dario Moréno, Yves Montand, Henry Salvador, Sacha Distel and even Johnny Halliday made their first nervous appearances here, in front of the highly critical Marseille audience! The Alcazar closed in 1966, and the wooden awning survived the years in more or less good shape. It will come to life again thanks to the Bibliothèque Municipale à Vocation Régionale (BMVR) of the architect Adrien Fainsilber (he designed the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie of Paris). This library fulfils the basic functions of a large institution for public reading, study and research and also for the conservation of the heritage collections. The departments are open for all publics and the library does not only cover the Marseille metropolitan area, but also the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. Due to its location in the very heart of the city, it is part of the renovation of the city centre with the advantage of public transport and car parks. Since 2004, the site is home to the Regional City Library (BMVR), designed by the architects Adrien Fainsilber and Didier Rougeon.

Grobet-Labadié museum houses, in a beautifuk XIXth century private mansion owning rich collections belonging to a merchant family from the Marseille bourgeoisie, at its heigh after 1848. After Louis Grobet's death in 1917, Marie Grobet bequeathed the private mansion and all the collection it housed to the city of Marseille. Reflecting the tastes of a refined bourgeois society, fascinated and seduced by all forms of art, the French collections assembled in the second half of the 19th century admirably illustrate the artistic electicism of the " enlightened " connoisseurs of that time. The XVIII th century occupied a major part in collections of the museum however High middle age, the Rebirth and XIX centrury are also represented. Guided public tours on saturdays and sundays at 3 pm. On appointment for groups. Worshops for children during holidays. Library opened to public, on wednesdays and fridays all day long . On thursday afternoons on appointment. Museum welcome scolarship groups for on reservations. Surface permanent exhibitions: 550 Surface temporary exhibition : 0

The Canebière was built in 1666 when Louis XIV gave instructions for the city to be increased in size. The name comes from the Provençal "Canebe" (hemp) and is a reminder of the rope-makers that lived in Marseille from the Middles Ages onwards. Only when the Grand Arsenal (shipbuilding dock) was demolished at the end of the 18th Century was the Canebière extended down to the port and fine buildings put up. A little further on was the narrow Noailles street and beyond it, outside the walls, lay the Allées de Meilhan that provided the people of Marseille with a tree-lined walk that took them past open-air cafés and dance-halls. The Canebière was only officially extended from the Old Port to the Réformés church in 1928, thus including Noailles street and the allées de Meilhan. The Second Empire (1852-1870) and colonial expansion were responsible for major changes in the city: new thoroughfares were opened, elegant buildings were constructed and a new port built. The Canebière enjoyed its heyday during the Third Republic (1871-1940) when intense intellectual and business activity was omnipresent in the cafés, high-class hotels and shops. The Canebière became known throughout the world and was very quickly adopted as the symbol of Marseille and its port. Certain buildings are now classified as National Heritage Sites. The larger hotels and cafés on the Canebière closed after the French colonies gained their independence. The Canebière has recently become central to a number of long-term rehabilitation projects for the city centre and is to some extent reliving its past glory with the marseillais, as the town's inhabitants are known, enthusiastically opening new hotels and shops. The turkish cafe One of the first cafés set up on the Canebière is the café alla turca, from 1850 an inevitable passage for travellers to the Orient. An oriental lounge openend onto to the street Prince de Beauvau. A monumental fountain, topped by a four-faced clock, sat imposingly in the centre of the main hall, that gave onto the Canebière. It symbolized the open relationship of Marseille with other cultures and showed the Turkish, Chinese, Arabic and European time. Its sumptuous décor and its atmosphere were often evoked in literature. The café alla turca disappeaed just after the first world war. The Beauvau street, which bears the name of a governor of Provence, was opened in 1785 on the land of the Arsenal des Galères (galley arsenal). It was one of the first streets of Marseille made with pavements. Please note Hôtel Beauvau at no. 4 where Lamartine stayed in 1832 as well as Georges Sand and Frédéric Chopin in 1835. The Opera House The inhabitants of Marseille have always been theatre and opera fans. Several theatres were in fact built in various parts of the city to meet this local demand. But they had to wait for the sale of the land of the Arsenal des Galères in 1781 to allow the construction of the Grand Théâtre (one of the clauses of the bill of sale stipulated the obligation to construct an opera on the principle of perpetuity). The whole of the land was sold by the Ministère de la Marine to the city who sold it three years later to a company run by Rapalli from Genoa. He started constructing blocks of flats which resulted in extraordinary price explosions. The whole quarter is then organized around this vast plot of land and the streets are dedicated to theatre and music (Corneille, Molière, Lulli, etc) as well as to the high representatives of royalty in Provence. The Grand Théâtre, opened in 1787, was the work of the architect Benard. He designed it in a neo-classical style as a temple of music and dance. In 1919, a fire completely destroyed the theatre and the stage only the main walls, the Ionic colonnade and the main front in freestone were saved. The arcitect Gaston Castel, associated with Raymond Ebrard, was chosen to rebuild the Opera from 1921 to 1924 in art deco style. It was the idea of Castel to open this building site to a large number of creative artists and technicians of all areas : painting, sculpture, mosaic and wrought iron. On the front can be seen the four allegories of Sartorius as well as the phrase written on the upper cornice : « Art receives beauty from Aphrodite, rhythm from Apollo, balance from Pallas and owes movement and life to Dionysos ». Inside, in the theatre, please note the stage setting « La naissance de la Beauté » by Antoine Bourdelle, in red stucco on a gold background in the main foyer, two superb Sèvres vases especially designed for this vast space and the ceiling decoration by Carrera illustrating the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice in bright colours. The originality of the building lies in the successful mixture of 18th century neo-classical style and 20th century art deco style. Hôtel du Louvre et de la Paix. One of the finest realizations is without doubt the former Hotel du Louvre et de la Paix of the architect Pot, today occupied by the C&A store. The front offers a monumental entrance to visitors framed by four opulent caryatids representing the four continents (Europe, Asia, America and Africa). This luxury category hotel had 250 rooms, 20 salons and 2 restaurant rooms. It was open until 1941, when it was requisitioned and bought by the French Navy, then occupied by the German Kriegsmarine. After the war, the Navy returned, installed offices and used the reception rooms for official events and the officer s mess up to 1977. The decoration had remained the same since the Second Empire. In 1980, after 3 years of neglect and damage, the building was sold. The architects only kept the fronts, the stairs and and the two salons which were listed as historic buildings. In 1984, the C&A store opened. Inside, on the left, the stairs can still be seen and at the back of the store ordinary doors hide these two magnificents salons, representing the luxurious era of the Hôtel du Louvre et de la Paix. Projects are currently being studied to try to restore and give new life to this place, a symbol of the commercial power of Marseille in the 19th century. As indicated by a plaque on the front, the first film show of the Lumière brothers in Marseille, "the arrival at La Ciotat railway station", took place in this hotel in 1896. L’hôtel de Noailles. It was designed by the architect Berengier in 1865. This very fine building, much more sober than the Hotel du Louvre et de la Paix, has a central front topped by a triangular pediment. The front shows an alternate rhythm of triangular and curved pediments. It used to be a very luxurious hotel and until 1979, very important persons, artists or politicians, stayed at the Noailles. All hotels of Rue Noailles were so famous that a special daily column was dedicated to them in the newspaper. Today the Noailles building has been transformed into office premises, but it still remains a prestige address. Les allées de Meilhan. The Allées de Meilhan are the last part of our Canebière. The expansion of 1666 planned to create a public esplanade outside the city walls. This work was only finished in 1775 thanks to the Provence Intendant, Sénac de Meilhan. This avenue was famous for its open-air cafés where young people came to enjoy themselves and to dance. The style of the buildings is very different from La Canebière and Rue Noailles most of them are from the end of the 18th century. Here the Marseille "three-window" type can be found, like on Boulevard Longchamp further along. Every year between 1886 and 2005, the " santons fair " takes place on this part of La Canebière. Since 2005, the " santons fair " is based on the Cours d'Estienne d'Orves. The music pavilion. The iron music pavilion replaced a older wooden pavilion in 1911. A Wallace fountain, which can also be found in the Parc Longchamp, was installed here in the 1930s. The monument aux Mobilisés. The Monument aux Mobilisés was erected here in 1894 to commemorate the soldiers of Marseille who fell in the 1870 war. You can see "France Armée" and at her feet the valiant soldiers. The Monument aux Mobilisés is the departure point for demonstrations which go down La Canebière towards the Old Port, and then often continue towards the Town Hall or the Prefecture according to the nature of the grievances! But here processions also start, for 14 July or for the carnival when the heros of the day proudly rejoice on La Canebière, applauded by the crowd which is always ready to celebrate. Saint Paul-Saint Vincent church, The Réformés In the 14th century, the hermits of Saint Augustinian established themselves on the site of the Saint Ferréol church, situated on the Old Port. In the 16th century, their cult was reorganized and the Augustinians Déchaux built another monastery above La Canebière. During the Revolution, the monks were dispersed. In 1803, a new parish was created in this quarter because of its increasing population. A priest of the Mission, a congregation founded in 1625 by Saint Vincent de Paul became the first priest of this quarter. The construction of the new church in a neo-gothic style followed the plan of the architect Reybaud. The church was consecrated in 1888. In 1989, the ASPRA association was created to save the building. Finally, in 1998,a set of four bells was placed in one of the two spires. Their height, 69 metres above the floor of the crypta, gives some idea of the imposing dimensions of the church. Inside, you can see the stained-glass windows by Didron, which evoke the main scenes of the bible and the saints of Provence, the baptismal fonts, the main altar of marble, lapis-lazuli, onyx, gilt bronze with enamels, the pulpit of sculptured wood, the marble altar made in 1999 from the former communion table and the Christ of the Holy Shroud of the Marseille sculptor Botinelly.

The front chain of the group of Danaïdes is treated in a beautiful Carrara marble: the sculptor borrowed this theme from mythology to exalt the theme of water. Fountain of Art Nouveau style, work of the sculptor Jean Hughes. It was inaugurated in 1907. Reminder of the theme of the myth of the Danaïdes: they are condemned to fill a bottomless barrel for eternity.

The street " La Canebière" was opened in 1666 when the city was enlarged, ordered by Louis XIV. Its name comes from the Provencal " Canebe", hemp, which perpetuates the memory of the cord makers settled here since the Middle-Age. But it was only with the departure of "Grand Arsenal" at the end of the 18th century that the "Canebière" was extended to the port and beautiful buildings were built there. The alleys of "Meilhan"and the 1666 extension provided for the creation of a public promenade beyond the ramparts. The work was not completed until 1775 thanks to the intendant of Provence, Sénac de Meilhan. These alleys are then famous for their musical balls " guinguettes". The style of the buildings is very different from that of "Canebière" and street of "Noailles" and most of them date back to the end of the 18th century.

The Place Général de Gaulle is an easy and important landmark in downtown Marseille, near the Old Port: it overlooks the famous Canebière and faces the Chamber of Commerce and the Office de Tourisme et Congrès. This is where Rue Paradis begins, and the other small streets adjacent to it are rich in fashion boutiques and food shops. This square has often hosted gatherings, various events and markets. Its underground public parking and the nearby metro station make it an easy meeting place.

The neo-gothic church at the end of the 19th century was designed by" Abbé Pougnier", builder of numerous religious buildings in Algeria, Tunisia and Palestine. The church of Saint-Vincent de Paul, nicknamed "les Réformés" because it stands on the site of the Augustins Réformés chapel. Its 2 spires rise 70 m above the Canebière. The baptistry is on the left as you enter: admirable stained-glass windows depict the life of John the Baptist. On the forecourt, the statue of Joan of Arc is the work of Louis Botinelly. Parish priest :Philippe Rochas. Masses: Sunday: 8:30 a.m. (no singing or organ) and 10:30 a.m. (solemn mass) Monday: occasionally at 6.30pm, priest available to welcome you afterwards. If you hear the bells ring a few minutes before mass, this is the signal that mass will be celebrated at 6:30pm. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays: 7:30 a.m. (altar of the Virgin Mary) Saturday at 12:20 p.m.

Stay at Domaine de la Cabre d'Or in Cabriès: Accommodation and Must-See Attractions The Domaine de la Cabre d'Or, located in Cabriès, Bouches-du-Rhône, is the perfect destination for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway. Set in a peaceful, green environment, the domain offers a unique experience with high-quality accommodations and a variety of activities. Accommodation at Domaine de la Cabre d'Or The Domaine features elegant rooms and charming cottages, providing all the comfort needed for a pleasant stay. Enjoy a tranquil setting and refined atmosphere, perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends. Nearby Attractions Calanques National Park: Just a few kilometers away, explore the famous calanques and their crystal-clear waters. Aix-en-Provence: Discover this historic city known for its heritage and Provençal markets. Château de Calas: Visit this medieval castle offering panoramic views of the region. Sainte-Victoire Mountain: Ideal for hiking, with breathtaking views over Provence. Cassis Beaches: Enjoy the beaches and seaside, perfect for swimming and water activities. Book your stay at hotel in Cabriès now and discover the charm of Provence!

Located in the Sainte Baume, near the grotto of Saint Mary Magdalene, Hostellerie de la Sainte Baume offers traditional, family-style cuisine. Single menu on reservation. Weekly menus and reservations on the website.

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Discover the Good Mama on the New Port of Les Lecques. The concept: to welcome you in a trendy and warm place, to offer you sweet and savoury dishes in brunch mode and in continuous service We look forward to serving you and helping you enjoy the cuisine of our goods mamas.

Restaurant serving Berber (couscous, tajines) and French specialties at the Nouveau Port des Lecques.

In a Mediterranean setting in the heart of the New Port of Les Lecques, for warm moments around tasty dishes.

Restaurant Coquillages et vins à découvrir sur le Nouveau Port des Lecques à Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer .

Hervé Marchetti runs this restaurant and pizzeria for more than 26 years. Quality services labelled in 2008 and recommended by Le Petit Futé 2018 and 2019. Right by the port, Italian specialties, pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven, grilled meat and fresh fish depending on season. Lunch formula for €17.50. Sunny terrace. You are in the right place.

Marine setting with a view of the New Port of Les Lecques for a Mediterranean cuisine.

Stay at Domaine de la Cabre d'Or in Cabriès: Accommodation and Must-See Attractions The Domaine de la Cabre d'Or, located in Cabriès, Bouches-du-Rhône, is the perfect destination for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway. Set in a peaceful, green environment, the domain offers a unique experience with high-quality accommodations and a variety of activities. Accommodation at Domaine de la Cabre d'Or The Domaine features elegant rooms and charming cottages, providing all the comfort needed for a pleasant stay. Enjoy a tranquil setting and refined atmosphere, perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends. Nearby Attractions Calanques National Park: Just a few kilometers away, explore the famous calanques and their crystal-clear waters. Aix-en-Provence: Discover this historic city known for its heritage and Provençal markets. Château de Calas: Visit this medieval castle offering panoramic views of the region. Sainte-Victoire Mountain: Ideal for hiking, with breathtaking views over Provence. Cassis Beaches: Enjoy the beaches and seaside, perfect for swimming and water activities. Book your stay at hotel in Cabriès now and discover the charm of Provence!

The Hostelry in Saint Baume is not a classic hotel. It is a religious house held by friars, the Dominicans. They received : Individuals, couples and families, groups: diocese, parishes, friars, chaplaincies, hikers.

Bastide in visible stones of Lecques, located in a private massif of 10 hectares of olive trees and Provençal forests dominating the bay of Saint Cyr les Lecques, absolute calm. Swimming pool of 140m2 with overflow, superb view of the sea and hills. This house of character is located in an idyllic setting with a 900 meters long access road which gives it a total tranquility. The house is also equipped with a pizza and bread oven which can be used for all kinds of grills. The swimming pool, which is attached to the patio, is gently sloping along its entire length with a maximum depth of 2m20. This very old house, which has been restored, has very wide walls which allow for natural air conditioning.

The small unguarded hut you will see is called "Bastidon Pradon". Open to hikers or passing riders, it is freely available. Inside, no mattresses or blankets but enough dishes to eat and warm up. Perfect for a break or a step, the days of big mistral!

Rental, camping, full-board and half-board, in a 6 hectares pine forest. Mobil-home rental, holiday cottages, lodge tents under the pines 900 meters away from the beach. 24 empty pitches with a 6 persons/electricity/car park package. A snack during summer and full-board and half-board possibility during the rest of the year.

Accommodation for 5 people, it's a Countryside House of 70 m² with 4 rooms. ☺ Inside equipment : 2 bedrooms (1 with double bed & 1 with single bed) + 2 single beds in the living room, shower & WC, living, kitchen with washing-machi.ne & dish-washer, TV, heating (poelle wood+air conditioning in the living and bedrooms). ☺ Outside equipment : South facing, terrace, 500m² garden, private parking 3km from shops & 4 km from Lecques beaches. Pets : not allowed

Le Mas des Loges is an old 19th-century building set in the heart of the vineyards. Our location enjoys absolute peace and quiet, yet is close to the beaches of St Cyr sur mer and the village of Le Castellet (15 min). This Provencal Mas invites you to rest and relax, surrounded by a magnificent garden of pine, fig and olive trees, with several relaxation areas, a large swimming pool and a boule court. We offer a chambre d'hôte and three gîtes, including L'Atelier. This gîte is part of the main building. It is the most spacious. It can accommodate 4 to 5 people. You enter via a charming stone and terracotta terrace, typical of Provence. On the ground floor, you'll find a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining table, a sofa bed, a chest of drawers with TV and a separate toilet. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms. The first is very bright, with a beautiful view over the vineyards, and features a bathtub, vanity unit, 160x200 bed, desk and large antique wardrobe. The 2nd bedroom has 2 beds 90x190, a chest of drawers and a shower room.

The Mas des Loges is an old building located in the heart of the vineyards and at the foot of the hill. Our gîte les Ecuries has a beautiful view on the swimming pool and the garden (to be shared with the other tenants). It is the furthest from the main building. Private terrace with electric barbecue, fully equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom. Bed linen, towels and cleaning included in the price. The gîte can accommodate a 5th person. Parking, boule court, children's games, washing machine available. 2 other gites and a guest room are available, please contact us.

Discover the gîte la Remise . It's part of the Mas des Loges. It is located at the rear of the building and is not overlooked. It is suitable for 3/4 people. You enter the gîte via a pretty private stone terrace with garden furniture, table and electric barbecue. The living room welcomes you comfortably, with a fully-equipped kitchen (fridge, electric hob and oven, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, microwave, kitchen utensils and crockery) opening onto the lounge. The living room has a sofa bed, chest of drawers and TV. The single bedroom is spacious, with a 160×200 double bed, chest of drawers and wardrobe. It has a lovely view of the surrounding hills. It is possible to add a single bed. There's a bright bathroom with an Italian shower, washbasin and toilet.