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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.

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.

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.

This urban walk, conceived as part of the European Cool Noons project, starts on the Mucem forecourt. It takes you to the Palais Longchamp and its monumental fountain. The Cool Noons project is a European project under the Interreg Euro-MED program (sustainable tourism), the main aim of which is to improve the visitor experience for tourists and residents of Mediterranean urban areas during the hottest hours of the day. By summer 2024, the project aims to offer routes that, wherever possible, include passages through shaded and/or ventilated streets, through existing cool spots where it is possible to refresh oneself, and close to free drinking water points. From the Mucem (1), walk along the Promenade Robert Laffont around the Villa Méditerranée (2). Then skirt Fort Saint-Jean (3) along the seafront and Promenade Louis Brauquier until you reach two twin buildings, the former sanitary lockers (4). Here you can choose between two routes to reach point number 5, the bell tower of Notre Dame des Accoules. * Follow the Quai du Port, taking advantage of the shade provided by the arches of the Pouillon buildings, which will protect you from the sun until you reach the Hôtel de Ville. At number 68, turn left up Rue de la Prison. You'll pass the diamond house and the back of the Pavillon Daviel. You come out on rue Caisserie, facing a large plane tree at the foot of the Accoules. * Or cross Quai du Port and walk up Avenue de Saint-Jean, which joins Rue Caisserie. After 400 meters and a few minutes' walk, you'll also reach the large plane tree in front of Les Accoules. After passing the steeple of the Notre Dame des Accoules church (5), take a break in the shade of other plane trees to admire the various buildings: the former Palais de Justice (6), the former Hôtel Dieu transformed into a luxury hotel, the Bargemon esplanade (7) and, in the distance, the Old Port with the city's emblematic symbol: Notre-Dame de la Garde. Return to the Grand' rue, where you'll pass one of the city's oldest buildings: the Hôtel de Cabre (8). Continue straight on, crossing Rue de la République to reach the entrance to the ancient port (9). Two options: * Turn left around the ancient port, aka the Jardin des Vestiges, or * Turn right through the air-conditioned shopping mall of the Centre-Bourse [open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 7.30pm] to reach the Cours Belsunce (10). From Cours Belsunce, head towards La Canebière (11) to turn into Rue des Récolettes, which continues into Rue d'Aubagne. You'll pass through the colorful Noailles shopping district. At the end of rue d'Aubagne, take the large staircase on your left, which leads to Cours Julien (12), a large, lively square planted with ponds. You'll then arrive in the festive La Plaine district, and take a section of Place Jean-Jaurès (13). Turn left into rue Curiol, then rue de la Bibliothèque, and right into the very pleasant rue Sénac de Meilhan, which has little traffic and is planted with trees and shrubs by local residents. At the bottom of the street, you'll reach the upper part of the Canebière. You'll pass the book milestone that pays tribute to the giraffe Zarafa, who arrived in Marseille, France, by boat and then made her way to Paris by walking with her friendly guardians! After all, it was a royal gift. Then there's the bandstand (14), the Monument aux Mobiles, which pays tribute to the soldiers who died in the 1870 war. And at the very end of the Canebière, you'll find yourself facing the church of Saint-Vincent de Paul (15), nicknamed "les Réformés". Follow the tramway as it winds around the Danaïdes fountain (16) and up the majestic avenue of plane trees on boulevard Longchamp. To round off this urban stroll, discover the Palais Longchamp (17), its museums and tree-lined park, built to celebrate the arrival of the waters of the Durance in Marseille.

Discover the many emblematic architectural elements that shape today's urban panorama, particularly in the Joliette district. (1) The esplanade, which marks the starting point, takes its name from a former port area that housed the J4 hangar. Today it is home to the Mucem (2) and the Villa Méditerranée, two museum spaces inaugurated in 2013 when the city was European Capital of Culture. Since June 2022, the Villa Méditerranée (4) has housed a reproduction of the Cosquer cave, a prehistoric site found at a depth of 37 meters by a local diver, Henri Cosquer. A third site completes the cultural offering: the Musée Regards de Provence (8), a former 20th-century sanitary locker. Then we arrive at the monumental Cathedral de la Major (9). Below it are the Voûtes, a real link between the old town, the Panier district and the new waterfront, where you'll find places to relax and shop. Continuing on, the urban stroll leads to the historic Docks building (21) and the Terrasses du Port shopping center (14). Level 2 of this shopping mall boasts a 260-metre-long terrace offering a panoramic 180-degree view of the sea. The itinerary continues towards Cepac Silo (15), a former grain silo transformed into a concert hall. Step inside to admire the udder room. Continue along the CMA-CGM tower (145 m high) (16) to the Archives Départementales (18). The FRAC (24), with its pixelated glass facade reminiscent of a Paco Rabanne dress with sequins, when in fact it's more a question of opening up the structure to a space of subdued light in the Japanese tradition, brings this urban ramble to a close.

Discover Marseille by visiting some of the city's must-see museums: a day dedicated entirely to culture! From the Mucem to the Vieille Charité cultural center, via the Musée Regards de Provence... Make the most of your stay in Marseille!

A walk that takes you back to the splendid period of the trading port and the heyday of shipping and travel. The opening up of maritime routes dates back to the 17th century, under the impetus of Colbert, Louis XIV's powerful minister. By the 19th century, commercial traffic was on the rise. From the 1840s onwards, this led to the creation of the port of La Joliette. Marseille forged links with the biggest ports in Europe and the world: Barcelona, Algiers, Naples, Rome, Valletta, Istanbul... The construction of the Suez Canal in 1859 also facilitated travel on the route to India. Thanks to this 6-stop tour, immerse yourself in the sumptuous period of the commercial port and the heyday of sea travel: The starting point is in front of the Regards de Provence museum, which houses the former maritime sanitary station (1) built by Fernand Pouillon. All passengers arriving by sea had to pass through a "disinfection" stage, via the oven room, directly accessible from the museum entrance. Then it's on to the Major vaults (2), which once housed warehouses. These vaults came into being with the construction of the new Major, the only cathedral built in France in the 19th century. The foundation stone was laid in September 1852, at a time when Marseille was experiencing economic, social and demographic growth, and was adorned with a number of important buildings: Palais de la Bourse (1834), Notre Dame de la Garde (1853), Docks de la Joliette (1858), Préfecture (1860), rue de la République (1860), Palais Longchamp (1862). At the fountain and double-flight staircase by Auguste Ottin, cross the street to the "bleu de Chine" statue by artist Bruno Catalano (3). Through this traveler, the artist pays homage to all the workers and dockers of the port of Marseille, as well as to all those who have restarted their lives on these quays. Continue straight ahead along the renovated facades of the Quai de la Joliette. You have to imagine that here, in the 19th century, there was the sea. All this space was reclaimed from the water thanks to embankments. Marseille had only one major port: the Vieux-Port. At the corner of Quai de la Joliette and Boulevard des Dames stands the "Castel Héritage" building (4). Built in the early 20th century by architect Gaston Castel in the art nouveau style, the building housed the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT) agency. The Compagnie des Messageries Maritimes, a prestigious French shipping company founded in 1851 and independent until 1977, was founded by a man from Marseilles. It then merged with Compagnie Générale Transatlantique to form Compagnie Générale Maritime. In 1999, following the privatization of CMA, the group became CMA CGM. Today, the building houses luxury accommodation, offices and shops. The façade along Boulevard des Dames, at the corner of the quay, is original. Return to Place de la Joliette and the Docks building (5). These are former warehouses comparable to those in London. Enter and cross the various atriums, until you reach the Place du Port. Take entrance D to exit the building and reach the port terraces, opposite on the seafront. Enter the shopping mall and go straight up to level 2. A beautiful terrace equipped with chairs and deckchairs (6) offers a sublime view of the ferries, ships, islands and harbor. This is how the tour ends.

Follow this short stroll to discover the Saint Charles neighbourhood. When one mentions the name Saint-Charles, the SNCF station (1) is the first thing that comes to mind. Indeed, it stands out for several reasons. But it is also a neighborhood that has been transforming for several years and is becoming an university hub that we will introduce to you. We suggest arriving at Saint-Charles by metro and crossing the hall to reach Narvik Square (where the current drop-off point for motorists is located). On your left, first notice a stele (2). If you look further to the left, there is a large 15-story building in yellow/beige. In front of it stands the Golden Virgin (3). Cross the square to access the station's "masterpiece": its staircase and panoramic view of part of the city (4). Admire the sweeping view of Boulevard d'Athènes, the street art mural (5), and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. Walk along the other side of the station to reach stairs that lead to Boulevard Maurice Bourdet. Cross and descend Boulevard Charles Nédélec. At the third intersection, turn right onto Rue Joseph Biaggi where you'll find the Bourse de Travail (6). Continue straight and skirt around the EMD Management School. Go up Rue Frédéric Ozanam until you reach Avenue du Général Leclerc, which you descend on the left. On the other side of the boulevard, you'll see the Saint-Charles campus, the original university site. Notably, there is a large rectangular peristyle building (7). Then you pass by a stele dedicated to General Leclerc (8). A flight of stairs takes you to the foot of the Toyoko Inn hotel (9). Enter on the left into Porte d'Aix Park (10). Follow the central path to reach the forecourt of the Arc de Triomphe (11). As you can see, this area designed by Euroméditerranée has undergone a major transformation over the past decade. Until recently, the A7 motorway divided the neighborhood in two, as it ended at the triumphal arch. The area is transforming with the construction of new student residences, numerous schools, the consolidation of three universities (specifically, the faculties of architecture, landscape, and urban planning), the creation of an inter-university library, and most importantly, the addition of a major asset: the inauguration of a brand new park in the heart of the city. The Saint-Charles district now positions itself as an urban campus. For more information: www.euromediterranee.fr In line with the Arc de Triomphe, cross Boulevard Charles Nédelec. In front of you, Rue d'Aix descends, which changes names several times over more than 6 kilometers, to reach the Mazargues district. It is one of the main north-south axes of the city. Sharpen your gaze, you should at least see the column of the fountain in Place Castellane, located 2 kilometers away. Finish your visit at the forecourt of the Regional Hotel, Place Gilberto Bosques. The Regional Council consists of two buildings that were built between 1984 and 1991 in the Butte des Carmes district. The forecourt of the Regional Hotel houses 3 remarkable elements (12).

Stroll to discover the monuments and must-see sites in the heart of Marseille's Old Town, the Panier district. This walk begins in front of the Town Hall (1). Turn left around the building into Rue de la Prison. At the end of the street, take the stairs that lead to the Maison Diamantée (2). Cross the Place Bargemon towards the bust of the Massaliote Euthymènes, famous navigator and explorer, and turn left along the restaurant terraces. Before the staircase, turn right through an archway and cross Place Victor Gélu straight ahead into Rue Bonneterie. At the corner you reach the Hôtel de Cabre (3) and turn left into the Grand' Rue. You'll pass the bust of Honoré Daumier, a famous 19th-century Marseilles artist whose works were intended to comment on the social and political life of his day. Enjoy the view of the Hôtel Dieu (4) on your right and Place Bargemon on your left, with Notre Dame de la Garde in the background. You will also pass in front of the Daviel Pavilion (5), today an annex of the Hôtel de Ville. Jacques Daviel was King Louis XIV's surgeon. He was a famous ophthalmologist because he was the first to perform a cataract operation in 1745. Pass the Accoules church and bell tower on your right (6), then climb the Montée des Accoules flight of stairs on your right (7). At number 23 Montée des Accoules (8), fork right and continue up the stairs to Place des Moulins (9). Pass under the plane trees and at the end, go down the stairs of the rue des Moulins. Turn right into Rue des Moulins and the first left into Rue Puis Saint-Antoine and Traverse Saint-Antoine. Stairs lead up to Place de Lorette. Turn left onto rue de Lorette, which goes slightly uphill and continues into rue du Petit Puits. Follow the signs to the Vieille Charité. When you are in front of the main entrance of this former hospice (10), go under the plane trees that adorn the Place des Pistoles (11). At the end of the square, go up Rue du Panier for a few metres, then turn right into Rue du Refuge, which leads to another part of Montée des Accoules. In front of the old building of the communal school of the girls, take on the right and at the end the stairs which make you arrive on the Place de Lenche. Cross the square to the statue of Henri Tasso, a former socialist mayor of Marseille between 1935 and 1939. It was during his term of office that the terrible fire at Galeries Lafayette on La Canebière took place, claiming 73 victims on October 28, 1938. Since then, the municipal fire department has been disbanded and replaced by a military battalion of marine firefighters. Walk along rue Saint-Laurent on the right until you reach the square in front of the Saint-Laurent church (12) and the belvedere where the statue of the teddy bear trainer stands. Enjoy the view of Fort St Jean (13), Tour du Fanal (13), Fort Saint-Nicolas (14) and the Old Port as a whole. From here, you have two options: - Take the Jean-Paul Chaix-Kohler staircase down to the Old Port and back to Hôtel de Ville (750 meters, 9-minute walk). - Walk around the Saint-Laurent church and down the esplanade de la Tourette to reach the parvis des Cathédrales de la Major (POI) (500 meters, 5-minute walk).

This route, devised as part of the European Cool Noons project, is divided into 2 distinct sequences. An easy one along the Corniche Kennedy to discover Malmousque and the Parc Valmer. A sporty one to explore Endoume. The main aim of the Cool Noons project, part of the European Interreg Euro-MED program on sustainable tourism, is to improve the visiting experience for tourists and residents of Mediterranean urban areas during the hottest hours. By the summer of 2024, it had already suggested itineraries favoring shaded or ventilated streets, as well as cool spots offering refreshment areas close to free drinking water points. This urban hike starts at Plage des Catalans. It is divided into two distinct sequences. The first is an easy seaside section along the Corniche Kennedy, taking in the Malmousque peninsula and the Villa Valmer park. A second, more athletic sequence explores the heights of the Endoume district. Both can be done as a loop or separately, depending on your mood, your walking ability and the weather. The Corniche Kennedy is well served by RTM bus line 83, whose air-conditioned vehicles make it easy to reach either the Old Port or the Rond-Point du Prado, even in the hottest weather. The starting point is the Plage des Catalans (1), dominated by the Lazaret tower. This beach is ideal for a refreshing swim. Its waters are also home to the Musée Subaquatique de Marseille (2), which can be explored with a few swims and a simple mask and snorkel. The route follows the Corniche John Fitzgerald Kennedy to reach the Malmousque district. After 700 meters, you'll reach the square du lieutenant Danjaume, home to the monument to the dead of the Armée d'Orient (3) and of distant lands. A bridge takes you over the small port of the vallon des Auffes (4). Continue on to Place Paul Ricard, a tribute to the entrepreneur and father of the famous aniseed drink (always drink in moderation). You'll also find a wall made famous at one time by the portrait of footballer Zinédine Zidane. Today, you can admire a fresco by street artist Mahn Moix, dedicated to the SOS Méditerranée association. It depicts a lifeguard scanning the sea with a pair of binoculars. At 108 de la Corniche Kennedy, turn right to take the stairs down to rue Malmousque. Continue straight ahead until you reach the small port of Malmousque (5). Turn left into rue Va à la Calanque and then left again into traverse Montplaisir, which leads to rue Boudouresque and a vintage façade protected by an awning. At the next crossroads, turn left to stay on rue Boudouresque and join rue de la Douane. Turn right, then left at the next intersection. You've reached the Malmousque plateau (6). In the distance, you can see the Marseille islands. Turn right along a military field. This is the Foreign Legion convalescent and leave center. You'll come to a landscaped promontory lined with tamarisk and a pine tree. Take advantage of the low wall to sit for a moment in the shade and admire the view of the sea, the islet of Gaby, the Château d'If and the Frioul archipelago. In the distance, straight ahead, the Marseilleveyre massif, Maïre Island and Tiboulen de Maïre. To the left of the candelabra, descend the small staircase onto a small section of the customs path. Go up rue Notre-Dame des Grâces and turn right onto rue de la Douane. You'll pass the Endoume marine station and its oceanology center (7). A new staircase takes you to the cove of the batterie des Lions. On a peninsula overlooking the sea, admire the Petite Ourse villa (8). Continue along the seafront path to reach Anse de Maldormé (9). You'll pass some of Marseille's finest mansions. Continue until you reach the parking lot entrance to Le Petit Nice, the five-star establishment of 3-Michelin-star chef Gérald Passédat. On the right, a staircase leads back to the seafront, bypassing the luxury establishment. The large, flat rocks are popular with bathers, especially on mistral-force days. Pass under the Fausse Monnaie bridge and discover the port of the same name. (10) Follow the stairs on your left, which will take you up to the Corniche Kennedy. Continue along the Corniche. You'll pass the famous Marégraphe (11). Shortly afterwards, a crosswalk allows you to cross the road before reaching the entrance to the Villa Valmer park (12). This concludes the first part of our tour of the Endoume and Malmousque coastal districts. The Villa Valmer park is a lovely wooded area, ideal for a moment's rest. It features picnic tables, fountains and amenities. Walk up the central driveway and turn right. Walk between pines and oaks to reach the exit onto rue du Docteur Frédéric Granier. Continue until you reach impasse Arnaud Bompard on your right. A few meters further on, you'll see a commemorative plaque dedicated to "radiophonic" resistance fighters. Retrace your steps to continue around the park of the large Montvert residence. At the end, turn left along Rue des Flots Bleus. Despite the high fences, you can still see the sea in the distance. Turn right onto chemin du pont, which refers to the Fausse Monnaie bridge on the Corniche. At the next intersection, do the same and branch off into the Targuist traverse. The Pont de la Fausse Monnaie and the steps can be seen. This is a beautiful green space, the Théâtre Silvain (13). In fine weather, this municipal facility offers a varied and popular program of shows. Pass the boulodrome Targuist, which is once again an open space for pétanque players. Shortly afterwards, turn right into rue Papon, which continues into impasse Fouque. The cypress avenue will be your ally. As you go up the alley, admire the view of the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, which can be seen in the distance between the houses. The houses often look alike and are characteristic of the "3 fenêtres marseillais" style. This is a typical downtown construction, particularly common from the 17th century to the early 20th century. The apartments, spread over several floors, have three windows opening onto both the street and the interior courtyard, and floors supported by wooden beams set into the party walls perpendicular to the street, as the facades are not load-bearing. Take rue du Docteur Granier to reach rue d'Endoume and turn right. You'll soon arrive at Place Saint-Eugène, the heart of Endoume village(14). From rue du vallon des Auffes, turn into rue Robert et Fénelon Guidicelli. Robert was a young resistance fighter murdered by the Gestapo in Lyon on August 9, 1944. He was 33 years old. A plaque honors his memory. Next up is the "A la bonne Fama" house of the headless woman. It was common practice in the past to represent "fame" in this way. Fama" means "good reputation" in Latin, as an explanatory sign indicates. Continue on to the Samatan plateau, a former fishing district. From Rue Sollier, you can admire the Corniche and seafront below. Rue du Four à Chaux and Rue Paul Codaccioni take you off the plateau. At number 71 rue Charras, turn right down the stairs that provide a pedestrian-only shortcut to rue de Nice. This leads to the shady Place du 4 septembre. September 4, 1870, marks the deposition of Emperor Napoleon III and the proclamation of the Third Republic. The walk ends on Avenue de la Corse, which takes you back to the starting point at Plage des Catalans. But before you finish, you'll pass a large building, the Saint-Georges, a housing unit (15) and the Audéoud barracks (16).

The restaurant offers traditional cuisine with meats (prime rib, duck breast, fresh foie gras, kidneys...) and fish according to availability (sardines, sea bream, Saint-Pierre, bass, sole...). Ludovic "fell into the pot" or rather the barrel of Paul, who gave him a taste for good wines and taught him to listen to the cicadas singing in the glasses of Provence wines. The cellar is also sponsored by Philippe Faure-Brac, to the delight of oenophiles. The restaurant has two terraces, one with a view of the Frioul archipelago, and a private room for groups (seminars, press conferences).

Brij and Vincent have been living in Marseille for twenty years. Eager to welcome their visitors in all friendliness, they will share their house with you for your stays of pleasure, business or visit of a close relation in Marseille (proximity of the CHU Nord), and of discovery in particular of the typical and popular district of Estaque, true rarity in this city for its exceptional framework and its history, accessible in season by the maritime shuttle which connects the city center and the Old Port to Estaque. Pets are accepted but will stay outside.

The soap factory opens the doors to its workshops and museum dedicated to Marseille soap. Guided tours are free for individuals at 11 am and 2 pm, and for groups at 10 am and 3:30 pm, both with advance booking. The Savonnerie du Midi is one of the last factories in Marseille to use the traditional skills of a master soap-maker. It has been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) label, and is a member of the Union des Professionnels du Savon de Marseille (UPSM). Free visits Monday to Friday for private customers at 11am and 2pm, by prior arrangement. During school vacations, a 3rd slot is offered at 3:30pm. Guided tours for groups by appointment, Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed on booking. Reservations at musee@savonneriedumidi.fr. Price: single package from €50 Our tour is ERP and suitable for people with reduced mobility. We also offer tours adapted to different types of visitors, including a family treasure hunt for children, and give them a coloring book and a bar of soap at the end of the tour (while stocks last). Tours can be conducted in English. Access: take bus 30 towards La Savine, get off at Cité des Arts de la Rue, then 8 minutes on foot.

Our house is located in a green valley on the edge of the Etoile massif north of the city. The site is particularly cool, calm and quiet. We have hives in a very large garden on the edge of the hill and are always happy to introduce people to the world of bees and honey. The North Hospital is nearby and easily accessible (less than a half hour walk, five minutes by car). To stay in Marseille is to discover a multifaceted city, turned towards the sea but leaning against the hills. Staying at the Vallon des Mayans is an opportunity to do tourism in a different way, to discover both the human and natural riches of the working-class neighborhoods of Marseille: the hosts offer accompanied discovery walks in the surrounding neighborhoods. From our house, you can reach most of the sites in Provence in less than an hour by car. (Aix, the Camargue, Les Baux de Pce, Avignon, the Luberon...)

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Ideally located next to the entertainment of the port, the Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed offers a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea and the port. This 4-star hotel has been designed to offer you modern, upmarket accommodation of the highest quality for both business and leisure travellers. A warm welcome awaits you as you enter our lobby. The hotel's 210 rooms offer a view of the port and the Mediterranean Sea that will inspire you to travel. All are equipped with Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV, with the option of upgrading to a suite. The hotel's public areas include a sun-drenched terrace with a bowling alley, a semi gastronomic restaurant, a bar, tandem hire, and flexible lounges with full and adapted services (395 m2). Relax after a long day or cool off in the morning in our indoor swimming pool and work out in our fully-equipped gym. The Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed offers easy access to boat trips and the city's main attractions. Enjoy the view from the hotel or take a walk or tandem ride along the seafront where you will find shops, cafés and terraces. Enjoy the Les Terrasses du Port and Halles de la Major shopping centres, as well as the picturesque beauty of the historic centre and Vieux Port. Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed: a sensory experience made in Marseille!

The Comptoir des Docks is a real plancha restaurant. A menu made of quality tapas-style dishes. Inspired by several markets and market halls, the restaurant offers freshly cooked products at its 18 meter counter, in the dining room or on the terrace. In the morning, the team welcomes you for a coffee, a pastry or a fruit juice. At lunch time, you can compose your menu from our menu or choose a lunch formula (small starter, dish of the day and its accompaniment, glass of wine or drink, coffee). On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, evening service until midnight: we offer beautiful pieces of matured meat, by weight, in addition to our menu as well as copious planks of cold cuts and cheeses to share. The menu is translated into English.

Created like the other Fracs, the Frac Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur spent thirty years in the heart of the Panier district, in the shadow of the Vieille Charité, before moving to a new building in March 2013 in the Joliette district.

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!

In the extreme north of Marseille, nestled at the foot of the Nerthe mountain range which protects it from the mistral wind, the small port of Estaque (attache, in Provencal), remains one of the most picturesque districts of the city. In the northernmost part of Marseille, nestling at the foot of the Nerthe massif, the little port of Estaque (meaning attachment in Provençal) is still one of the most picturesque districts of the city. Its development over the centuries has been closely associated with the traditional tile-making industry. At the beginning of the 20th century, people would come to L'Estaque to try sea urchins, bouillabaisse, panisses and sardines in hotels and restaurants built on the water's edge. Bastides, seaside villas (Château Fallet, Villa la Palestine, etc.) veritable architectural follies, etc. started to spring up next to the traditional small houses belonging to the workers from the nearby tile factories and cement works. For art enthusiasts, Estaque is above all one of the key locations in the birth of modern painting. From Collioure to Menton, just to consider the Mediterranean coast, there are plenty of places that have attracted great painters. However are there many places that can boast to have been frequented over a period of sixty years (1860-1920) by ten or so renowned artists? The name of L'Estaque is associated with impressionism, fauvism, cubism: these three periods that to a great extent determined the nature of painting in our time. Although Cézanne and Braque are the two major figures, we should not forget painters such as Derain, Dufy, Marquet, Friesz, Macke, Renoir, Guigou and Monticelli. Most of them painted dozens of canvasses at Estaque. An unusual destiny indeed for this village, which can firstly be explained by its situation: it offers an exceptional view point, where the panorama of the bay of Marseille is often very striking. The explanation for the painters' inspiration can also be found in the large number of different subjects, and in the variety of shapes and colours, all concentrated in a relatively small space: the horizontal sea, the vertical factory chimneys, the curves of the hills and the arches of the viaducts, the play of ochres and reds responding to the intensity of the myriad of greens and blues. A walking tour presents the history of this colourful working-class district with a strong character, little different nowadays from the village the painters knew and loved. Many of the themes are still here. To see them you just need to know how to look. Starting from the harbour jetty, take the painters' path, and after this walk lasting roughly two hours you will understand why these artists were so attracted to these sites. Eight enamelled lava information panels are positioned at various points of the walk.

Beach and public garden, from where the view on the bay of Marseille is remarkable. The present battery dates from the Second Empire, but, as early as the 17th century, another construction, now disappeared, housed six cannons and two mortars.

In the summer of 1908, Braque returned to Estaque for the third time and took as his motif a group of houses still visible today. Thus was born Houses at Estaque, the painting about which the word cubism was coined. Two years earlier, Braque had depicted the same motifs in a Fauvist work.

Here the itineraries of several artists cross. Cézanne painted "Maison à l'Estaque", a farmhouse that was then considered the birthplace of Pierre Puget. Braque, in 1908, while still steeped in Cézanne's lessons, painted the railway viaduct there. A moving meeting of master and pupil, 25 years apart. Derain also painted a lot in this area. It is also here that Macke came, following in the footsteps of Braque.

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Cézanne, who loved the dominant positions, was hardly attracted by what was still only a beach. His successors made it one of their favorite motifs. Derain multiplied the versions of his Fishermen's Boats. Braque, Friesz and Marque also gave several images of the small port.

Children, teenagers, families, bowlers, the Emmanuel Vitria park welcomes you in the Saint-André district. In some squares, the playgrounds can still be used but are under the responsibility of parents who must ensure that health regulations are respected, including physical distance. Children, teenagers, families, bowlers, the Emmanuel Vitria park welcomes you in the Saint-André district. After the earthworks, planting and embellishment, the new park spreads over 3 large restanques on 7500m2. The upper restanque is a children's garden. Easily accessible on foot, closer to the nursery school on Rue du Boisseau and to the heart of the village of St-André, it offers a shaded and protected play area for the little ones. Safety and the preservation of play areas reflect the desire to guarantee a good cohabitation between families, young people and other users. A sports and recreational area has replaced the wasteland. Its creation offers two new entrances on the Pas de Faon Boulevard. A 365m2 mini multi-sports field allows teenagers to practice basketball and soccer. The game is safe thanks to the 80 m. fence around the field. Below the garden, the large St-André bowling green is very popular with local residents. The retaining wall, the pergola and the bleachers have been rehabilitated and made safe according to current standards. complete roadwork on bd Pas de Faon and Condorcet. A pedestrian pathway facilitates and secures access to the school on Rue Boisseau. Ten parking spaces, including one for people with reduced mobility, have been created with protective posts and railings, under an alley shaded by large hackberry trees.

The oppidum of Verduron preserves the remains of a Celtic village. It is one of the two Celtic-Ligurian sites in the city, the other being in Saint-Marcel to the east.

Backed onto the hillside of La Viste, this park, with a surface area of 3 hectares, occupies a belvedere position on the bay of the northern coast of Marseille. In some squares, the playgrounds can still be used but are under the responsibility of parents who must ensure that health regulations are respected, including physical distance. This park, which is located on the hillside of La Viste, covers an area of 3 hectares and is situated in a belvedere position on the bay of the northern coast of Marseille. It was built around a 19th century country house on a piece of land that had been disturbed by the old oil mills. In the 1960s, the municipality and the Société des Eaux de Marseille had to create a large capacity water reservoir on a high spot in the city. The Brégante park (named after a former deputy delegate for green spaces) is thus equipped with underground water tanks enhanced, on the surface, by two round shallow basins animated by water jets. Around this structural element, an "English-style" garden is laid out in shaded terraces and grassy slopes. This space is called, in the next few years, to be integrated into the Parc du Belvédère de Séon which will constitute a green lung for the districts of the 15th arrondissement, stretching from the Saint-Exupéry esplanade which overlooks the coastal freeway, to the Plan d'Aou plateau.

"Gastronomy is the art of using food to create happiness". After 5 years on rue d'Italie and 14 years on rue Sainte, I'm off to the C.A.M. quay with my partner Virginie for a new adventure. We will continue to work with rigor, honesty, taste, choice of products and the promotion of our gastronomic heritage. Our cuisine is straightforward, based solely on fresh produce, wild fish and pure-bred meat, favoring short and local circuits wherever possible, with the utmost transparency, without forgetting the epicurean side that is so dear to us. We work with a young, motivated and learning team. We will always do our utmost to make your meal an enjoyable experience. We may have to wait a while or run out of stock, but "home-made" cooking always has its ups and downs. Our service is relaxed and professional, with the aim of always listening to you. We've been a Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, caterer and home chef, since 2018. We can open weekday evenings and weekends by arrangement.

Panisses and chichis are a specialty of the Estaque district: the people of Marseilles are well aware of this as they cross the town to get their supplies! On autumn or winter Sundays, after a stroll through the picturesque lanes of l'Estaque or along the seafront, come and warm up with a cornet de panisses or a chichi frégi doughnut. Gourmets will love the chocolate or Chantilly topping!

Balance, flavor and freshness are the restaurant's watchwords! At Cafouch, gourmet goodness and balance go hand in hand, and the plates are full of gourmet fruit and vegetables...Slate-style cuisine, dishes inspired by seasonal produce. Cafouch aux Saveurs is a lunchtime restaurant open Monday to Friday in the Saumaty business park between Estaque and St Henri. At Cafouch, we combine gourmet pleasure with balance. Eating is one of life's pleasures, but it's also essential to staying in shape. That's why we cook healthy, balanced dishes for you every day. Le Cafouch delights you with its home-cooking based exclusively on fresh, seasonal produce. Our "à l'ardoise" cuisine changes daily according to the market, for a constantly renewed experience. At Cafouch, everything is homemade. Our recipes feature delicate spices and surprising herbs. Come and discover our world cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere and warm setting...

The history of the Le Littoral restaurant in l'Estaque has spanned three generations over almost 50 years. You'll be welcomed into a bright, pleasant and spacious dining room for a lunch of grilled fish, seafood or an exceptional bouillabaisse. A traditional menu features oysters, followed by cuttlefish or swordfish a la plancha. The traditional menu is complemented by a seasonal menu. For taste, peace and view, you'll be right at home at Littoral.

The restaurant offers traditional cuisine with meats (prime rib, duck breast, fresh foie gras, kidneys...) and fish according to availability (sardines, sea bream, Saint-Pierre, bass, sole...). Ludovic "fell into the pot" or rather the barrel of Paul, who gave him a taste for good wines and taught him to listen to the cicadas singing in the glasses of Provence wines. The cellar is also sponsored by Philippe Faure-Brac, to the delight of oenophiles. The restaurant has two terraces, one with a view of the Frioul archipelago, and a private room for groups (seminars, press conferences).

The restaurant serves traditional brasserie-style cuisine.

The clubhouse at the port of Corbières, just north of Marseille towards Le Rove, has become a restaurant serving tapas, a la plancha and more sophisticated dishes ... ... bass fillets with julienne vegetables, ratatouille ravioli, a la plancha fish assortment, tapas and pinchos...

For lunch or dinner, your hotel caters to all appetites with its gourmet menu. Treat yourself in a convivial atmosphere! All-you-can-eat hot buffets, entertainment, fresh homemade produce, barbecue, themed evenings.

With its meticulous design and contemporary decor, the brasserie de la cité offers a range of market-fresh menus based on fresh, organic produce. Japanese garden, terrace. Private space for groups.

During your next stay in Marseille, don't forget to make a stop at Ibis Budget Marseille Estaque. Accessible by theLittoral freeway exit N°6, located at the foot of the painters'village L'Estaque, between the city center of Marseille and the Blue Coast. We welcome you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and offer you air-conditioned rooms, designed for 1, 2, or 3 people, equipped with a shower, toilet and television, for an economical price. Wifi offered and free parking reserved for our customers. (Coach parking subject to availability).

This guest room has a large terrace facing south. Bedroom: one part of the room has a double bed, another part is a living room with a table and two chairs, a sofa bed, a fridge and a microwave oven. A shower room with separate toilet. The railroad tracks just behind the room are not too noisy on a daily basis.

The 70 air-conditioned rooms have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV (varied TV bouquet with sports and international news channels). A hotel near the Estaque port and Marseille Provence airport Ready to set sail? Our hotel is near the Estaque boating port, in the perfect location for setting sail and exploring the Frioul archipelago (7 miles). In terms of access, our hotel is near Marseille Provence airport (10 miles), Marseille Saint-Charles train station (5 miles), and the A55 motorway.

Brij and Vincent have been living in Marseille for twenty years. Eager to welcome their visitors in all friendliness, they will share their house with you for your stays of pleasure, business or visit of a close relation in Marseille (proximity of the CHU Nord), and of discovery in particular of the typical and popular district of Estaque, true rarity in this city for its exceptional framework and its history, accessible in season by the maritime shuttle which connects the city center and the Old Port to Estaque. Pets are accepted but will stay outside.

Hotel located in Saint-Antoine, offering 122 air-conditioned rooms, on four hectares of greenery, on the hill itself, open 24 hours. Gated parking with free parking space, one coach parking space. Easy access from the freeway. Restaurant with leafy terraces. Airport 15 km, train station 10 km, CHU Nord nearby. The hotel offers a 10% discount to guests visiting or accompanying people hospitalized at CHU Nord. Meeting rooms, pétanque court. Renovation in 2025 Our establishment now boasts : - 122 fully renovated rooms in three different buildings, a 5-hectare park. - A modern restaurant for up to 60 people, plus a pétanque court. - Three modular seminar rooms, ideal for business meetings or private events. Located close to the main roads and with easy access to the city center, our hotel is a strategic address for business travelers and tourists alike.

Our house is located in a green valley on the edge of the Etoile massif north of the city. The site is particularly cool, calm and quiet. We have hives in a very large garden on the edge of the hill and are always happy to introduce people to the world of bees and honey. The North Hospital is nearby and easily accessible (less than a half hour walk, five minutes by car). To stay in Marseille is to discover a multifaceted city, turned towards the sea but leaning against the hills. Staying at the Vallon des Mayans is an opportunity to do tourism in a different way, to discover both the human and natural riches of the working-class neighborhoods of Marseille: the hosts offer accompanied discovery walks in the surrounding neighborhoods. From our house, you can reach most of the sites in Provence in less than an hour by car. (Aix, the Camargue, Les Baux de Pce, Avignon, the Luberon...)

Not far from the hotel, you can enjoy a walk in the famous flea market of Marseille and near the river Aygalades. Marseille offers many attractive places to visit, among them: pld city Panier district, In the northern part you can visit the town hall as well as the new harbor with the business area Joliette-Arenc. Not far from there you can also visit the brand national museum Mucem.

Provencal Bastide of the XIXth century, in a large wooded area of two hectares, with swimming pool, very quiet. Two rooms of 35 m2 equipped with a shower room and toilet with independent access. Tennis court and golf course at 5 minutes walking distance. Car required.

Located in Marseille, Appart'City Classic Marseille Euromed offers non-smoking self-catering accommodation, 350 meters from 2 tramway stops to the Vieux Port and train station. Free fiber-optic Internet access is available. Offering city views, all accommodations feature a desk and flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms come with hairdryers and showers. For meal preparation, each accommodation includes a kitchenette equipped with microwave, cooking utensils and refrigerator. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at an additional cost. It includes a variety of breads, pastries, hot and cold drinks, fruit salad, fresh fruit, cheeses and yoghurts. The hotel is 7 km from Prado beach and 4 km from Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica. The Terrasses du Port shopping center and seaport are a 10-minute walk away. Private parking is available on site, on request and at an additional cost.

Located 100 meters from the "National" metro station, apparthôtel Montempô Marseille Centre Euromed offers 100 fully-equipped studios, including several for disabled guests. Close to the Euromed business district, the establishment is ideally located for access to the ring road, the A7 and A55 freeways and the Marseille Saint Charles train station. Enjoy a stay in our aparthotel Montempô Marseille, close to the city center, the European Hospital, SILO concert halls, Docks des Suds and direct access to ferries and cruise ships! Our reception is open and at your disposal 24 hours a day; you can reserve a space in our private underground parking lot or our buffet breakfast every day, at an additional cost. All accommodations include a TV, private walk-in shower and fully equipped kitchenette. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel. Towels, bed linen, shower products and dish cleaning are provided on arrival in all accommodations, and free luggage storage is available.