Discover LES JARDINS DE CASSIS and its local gems

Hike to the popular Calanque d'En-Vau. Departure from the Bestouan peninsula in Cassis. The itinerary is difficult, requiring the use of the Portalet passage, redesigned in 2022. The route is considerably shorter than that from Le Logisson. The starting point is the "Balli de Suffren" bus stop. When you get off the bus, turn around and go back a few meters to take Avenue des Calanques on your left. At the next intersection, turn left again to follow the avenue down to the bottom of the Port-Miou Calanque. "Port-Miou" is Provençal for "good harbor", and this deep inlet offers excellent shelter for boats on windy days and in rough seas (1). On your left, you'll see large signs for the Parc National des Calanques marking the start of the path. At the start, it's a wide track that runs for 1 kilometer through a former industrial site, the Solvay stone quarry. Cassis stone is a shell limestone of marine rather than lacustrine origin, highly resistant and therefore highly appreciated as a building material in Provence, before the advent of concrete. The site was in operation until 1982. Along the way, you'll see the Cassis "château" on your left (2). At the crossroads, follow the GR signs (red/white or green). You pass close to the trou du souffleur (3). The path descends through the pines towards the Calanque de Port-Pin (4). [Then two options: 1/ The option chosen for this itinerary is to follow the GR to continue the route to reach the Portalet passage, which leads down to the bottom of the Calanque d'En-Vau (5). 2/ Take a detour (not marked on this itinerary) to explore the En-Vau plateau, discover the former Piolet refuge and enjoy several vertiginous viewpoints overlooking the Calanque d'En-Vau. In this case, follow the blue markers which also lead down to the Portalet descent]. Leave the Calanque de Port-Pin, continuing to follow the GR markers. It climbs until you reach the passage du Portalet. Here, in order to limit the gradual degradation of the path and natural habitats, channel visitor flows and reinforce hiker safety, the National Park authorities have undertaken work to redesign the path. Crossing the Portalet passage is a tricky business. It is therefore important not to deviate from the itinerary and to follow the signs. Once you've reached the bottom of the valley, follow the red markers to reach the coastal part of the Calanque d'En-Vau. Hikers, please don't leave any garbage behind. Don't follow the bad examples that are still recurrent. There are no maintenance workers to collect abandoned garbage. Sooner or later, it will end up in the sea. For the return journey, it's the same route in the opposite direction: follow the red markings up to the Portalet rise. Then green and white/red markings guide you to Port-Miou. One last climb and you're back on the Avenue des Calanques and at the bus stop to return to your car. We would like to thank the ©Parc national des Calanques for permission to use its gpx trail.

On the Bestouan peninsula, the Little Prince trail pays tribute to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's book, the second best-selling and most translated book in the world after the Bible. This is a family-friendly tour. Good to know about access: During the tourist season (between Easter and All Saints' Day), we recommend parking your car at the Gorguettes parking lot at the entrance to Cassis, then taking the shuttle bus to the Calanques, stop: "Presqu'île". Information on timetables is available at: www.cassis.fr/vie-pratique/les-transports/les-transports-urbains/les-navettes-parking-relais-des-gorguettes/ The tour is easy on the eyes, even if it does include a few steps cut into the rock. Welcome to the Presqu'île de Port-Miou (1), which runs alongside the calanque of the same name (2). The walk starts at the junction of Avenue Notre-Dame and Avenue de la Plage Bleue, where the Parc National des Calanques welcome sign is located. Just follow the enamelled plaques, which provide information on the history of the area and the Calanques (3), (4). Walk along, keeping the bottom of the Port-Miou calanque on your right. At some point, you'll reach a fork in the road (5). Keep to the right to complete a small loop which will bring you back to this point and take you around Bestouan (6). Continue on your right towards a chapel (7). Continue past the tennis courts to reach the esplanade with its panoramic view of Cap Canaille (8). Lean over the wall to catch a glimpse of the large rocky slabs of Plage Bleue (9). Take time to admire the beauty of the glistening Mediterranean Sea, and let the words of the Little Prince resonate within you: "You can only see well with your heart; what is essential is invisible to the eye". (10) Complete your loop by passing under the tall pines of the presqu'île parking lot. Continue straight ahead to reach the junction of Avenue de la Plage Bleue and Avenue Jean-Jacques Garcin. Turn left to return to the starting point.

An easy stroll to the Sugiton belvedere, from where you can see most of the Calanques. Suitable for an all-terrain stroller. Ideal for walkers who don't like big differences in altitude, or who don't have much time, but still want to discover the Calanques on foot. Whichever means of transport you use (bus, bike or car), the hike starts in front of a gate that gives access to the Luminy estate. Have you brought enough water? No ? Then take advantage of the fountain a few meters behind you, under the trees, to fill your water bottle. The hike starts in the heart of the Luminy campus. At the end of the Second World War, the Luminy estate came under state ownership. While preserving the natural character of the site, the 1960s saw the development of a campus at its center, while the outlying areas were handed over to the City of Marseille in 1963 for leisure and recreation facilities. Designed by René Egger, the city's official architect, the campus was inspired by Anglo-Saxon models and adapted to the constraints of the site, between natural heritage and relative isolation. The École d'art et d'architecture, with its patios, galleries, calades and pilings, was recognized as a twentieth-century heritage site in 2007. In September 2023, the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture (ENSA) left its historic site, inaugurated in 1968. The 7,000m² available are now looking for a new vocation. Today, the entire facility is home to some 10,000 people, including students, professors, researchers and contractors. At the start of the walk, you pass through a beautiful wooded area with century-old trees. In the past, Luminy and Sugiton were part of the same forestry and agropastoral estate. The slightly uphill path culminates at the Col de Sugiton. Then fork right and the trail (1) takes you to the foot of the belvedere, where it ends. The reward is a 360° panoramic view (2) of the Calanques, Cap Canaille, the fishing hamlet of Morgiou (3), the Riou archipelago jutting out over the ridges, Mont Puget, the cliff of the roofs (4) and the infinite beauty of the Mediterranean Sea. During the Calanque de Sugiton quota period, this itinerary remains accessible and is not affected by the access reservation. To return, simply follow the same itinerary in the opposite direction.

This hike leads to the summit of Garlaban, where you can discover the Douard engravings. The Garlaban, which rises to 714 metres, is easily distinguished when you're in the south-eastern part of the Bouches-du-Rhône département. Whether arriving from Toulon or from the sea, it dominates the landscape. Its shape is so distinctive that it served as a landmark for sailors navigating the Marseilles roadstead. Some even describe it as the crown that sits atop a hill so dear to Aubagne-born writer Marcel Pagnol. The Garlaban and its surroundings, whether in Marseille or Aubagne, were Marcel Pagnol's favorite playground as a child. He later made it a central element in his work. Let's recall the opening lines of his first novel, "La Gloire de mon père": "I was born in the town of Aubagne, under the goat-crowned Garlaban, at the time of the last goatherds. Garlaban is an enormous tower of blue rock, planted on the edge of the Plan de l'Aigle, the immense rocky plateau overlooking the green Huveaune valley. The tower is a little wider than it is tall: but as it rises out of the rock at an altitude of six hundred meters, it towers high into the Provencal sky, and sometimes a white July cloud comes to rest there for a moment. So it's not a mountain, but it's no longer a hill: it's Garlaban." The starting point for the hike is at the "Gastaude" bus stop, where there is also a parking lot. Join the Chemin du Ruissatel and follow the brown signposted path "Font de Mai, sentier Marcel Pagnol". Enter the Font de Mai park and pass in front of the large bastide. After the bastide, fork left to join the Font de Mai road, which you can follow along a path that runs between oak and pine trees. You'll pass an excellent gourmet restaurant, l'Auberge la Ferme. At the crossroads with Chemin du Ruissatel, continue straight ahead on Chemin de la Font de Mai, which winds its way up to Col d'Aubignane. From here, follow the yellow markings to the Garlaban. Shortly afterwards, there's a narrower path on your right. Follow it until you reach a sign suggesting a 100-metre detour to the Manon cave. Then return to the gently ascending corbelled path. Pass the Col Salis and continue on to the Pas Garrigue, a small steep slope, as we like them in Provence, to reach the Col du Garlaban. From here, it's just a short climb to the summit of Garlaban. The path zigzags through the garrigue. Yes, it's tough! But the panoramic view from the summit is your reward. It's sublime! An orientation table helps you decipher the landscape at your feet. You are the kings of Provence. Return to the Col and turn left onto the wide path leading down to the plain. On either side of the path, you'll discover engraved stones. The path overlooks the Draioulet valley, whose name comes from "petite draille", a reminder that it was once a transhumance route used by shepherds. A shortcut takes you straight downhill for 250 metres, avoiding 4 bends, before reaching an intersection where you must turn left to reach the park and the Font de Mai bastide more directly. After a 950-meter walk, you reach the edge of a hill. 4 circular cement shapes (remnants of an old high-voltage line support?) are the markers for turning left onto a path that zigzags downhill. Another landmark you'll pass: the ruins of a sheepfold. You then come to a wide DFCI track which you must take to the right, rounding a hill dominated by a rocky peak. Keep to the path along the rocky ridge. The Font de Mai estate can also be reached via an alternative route at the bottom of the valley, but the view is less unobstructed. Finish the hike by following the same section back to the parking lot or bus stop.

The itinerary is a loop hike, offering access to the fascinating Calanque de Sormiou and its beach. Bear in mind that it is sublime from above. Today, the Calanque's coastline is mostly a victim of its own success. The best time to enjoy the Calanques coastline is early in the morning. Sormiou is no exception to this golden rule. Especially if you're looking for a little taste of the tranquillity of "cabanon" life, and a chance to catch a glimpse of underwater fauna as you take a refreshing dip after a strenuous hike. If you leave early in the morning, the hike will be cooler and you'll enjoy the shade offered by the vegetation, spared from the fires. At least as far as the Col des Escourtines, then once you've reached the bottom of the eponymous valley. The return journey, on the other hand, is bound to be in full sunshine. You'll need a hat and plenty of water to complete the loop in good conditions.

This challenging hike allows you to discover several sites such as the Voire Fountain, the Dechaux Cave, the summit of the Dead Man's Plateau, and the Selle Woods. The trails are steep, but the efforts are rewarded with a sublime 360° panoramic view and the discovery of lesser-known places by hikers. Access to the starting point of the hike is by a regular bus from the RTM (line 23). Get off at the "Sormiou shopping center" stop. After taking a few steps, turn right onto Boulevard Louis Pierotti. Continue straight until you reach a green barrier marking the beginning of a DFCI track. Go around it and continue straight following red markings that lead through the wooded valley of La Jarre. (1) Until you reach the Voire Fountain. (2) You begin your first ascent into a narrow gorge that opens up into a clearing shaped like a small circus. Take a left and follow the yellow markings that lead you onto a path that climbs even more steeply. It skirts around a rocky ledge where two large openings can be seen. This is the Dechaux Cave. (3) Continue your ascent. At mid-height, your efforts are rewarded with a clear view of the Frioul archipelago, the beaches of Prado, Borély Park, the Orange Velodrome, and Notre-Dame de la Garde. Upon reaching the highest point of this climb, you enjoy a good view of the Cayolle district, the sewage treatment plant, and in the distance, Mont Puget and beyond, Mont Carpiagne. Not to mention further away, the Soubeyranes cliffs in Cassis. The route continues and takes you to the next steep section. At the intersection, turn right to stay on the yellow trail. You reach a height that still offers a beautiful view of the Cayolle and Panouse districts, and more generally over the entire eastern part of Marseille. Continuing on, the view opens up even more and allows you to identify landmarks such as Mont Puget, Grande Candelle, Devenson Cliffs, and far away, Cap Sicié. You leave the height to weave between pine trees forming a refreshing undergrowth, where you come across a path marked by a green trace. Stay on the yellow trail which quickly climbs again and allows you to see the beginning of your hiking route, especially the steep path that skirts the Dechaux Cave. The ultimate reward is not far now. The yellow trail joins the blue trail to take you to the western summit of the Dead Man's Plateau. (4) It's time to take out your sandwich from your backpack and take a break. The view is breathtaking. This time you have reached the roof of the Calanques. Do a 360-degree turn to sweep your surroundings. No summit can escape you: Garlaban, Mont Carpiagne, Mont Puget, Pic de Bertagne overlooking the Sainte-Baume massif in the distance (topped by a white dome housing a radar and radio station), Grande Candelle, the islands forming the Riou archipelago, and the Marseilleveyre summit. Leave the plateau following the blue markings. The hike takes you down a rocky ledge. In places, the limestone rock is smooth and gravel can make you slip in this tricky passage. Use your hands to descend cautiously. A few meters before the Col de la Selle, in a wooded area, leave the blue trail to now follow the green markings which take you down to the right towards the Selle Woods. The next landmark will be a crossroads in the middle of the woods with several trails (black, red, green, and yellow). Continue your descent following the yellow and red markings. The red is the last color that brings you back to the starting point of this beautiful loop. So don't miss the last fork, where the yellow and red markings separate. A final small climb offers a beautiful overhanging view of the Frioul archipelago, the Pointe-Rouge port, the wooded areas of the Campagne Pastré, and notably the Pastré Castle. (5) A little further on, a wall may intrigue you. (6) A quick glance at the Aigle mountain (located between the wall and the city). Pass between two cairns and continue your descent towards the Voire Fountain. Nice view of the Dechaux Cave and the cavern of the Voire Fountain. You find the beginning of the trail you took earlier. Take it back in reverse to finish the hike.

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This tour, which can be done on foot or by bike, takes in some of Marseille's neighborhoods, which are home to a number of sites well worth a visit. The route is particularly pleasant in hot weather, as it is shaded. The starting point is a bridge at the beginning of impasse René Magnac (1). You'll walk alongside the sports complex named after the former president of the ASPTT club, who did a great deal for its development. You enter the Avenue de Mazargues and continue along a greener stretch of road, until you reach the back of the building housing the Ballet National de Marseille (2) and the Parc Henri Fabre (3). Continue along the original Huveaune riverbed to reach the main entrance to Parc Borély (4). Admire the view of the château (5). Pass through the gates and continue left to reach the rose garden. Pass under the imposing, majestic plane tree to reach the island of the former "Pavillon du Lac" establishment. Leave the island and head for the entrance to the botanical garden (6). If you've taken the necessary steps to reserve your entrance (it's free, but must be reserved in advance), you'll be in for a complete change of scenery. After this detour, walk past the Bird Man fountain to reach the children's play area. A gate leads from Parc Borély to Avenue Clot-Bey. Cross the avenue and continue along the narrow traverse Paul, which zigzags between properties. Fence walls protect some beautiful homes from view. You finally come to Rue Albert Dubout and, at the end, turn right down Avenue d'Haïfa. You'll come to the [mac ]musée d'art contemporain (7) and the Pouce de César (8). Via avenue de Hambourq, you'll reach the central Bonneveine park (9), where you'll also find some monumental works of contemporary art. Continue through the park to skirt the grounds of the Horticultural Society and Parc Bortoli (10). You've reached the end of the route. You now have several options: Continue the tour to discover the Mazargues district, take the 22/22S buses back to the rond-point-du-Prado, or take the 45 bus that brings you closer to the seaside, the Pointe-Rouge district and the Pastré countryside.

This walk takes you through the peaceful Saint-Pierre district, in the heart of the city of Marseille. It's best known for its cemetery, established in the mid-19th century. Today, families love the area, which boasts schools, numerous shops, a village atmosphere and good transport links (tramway, metro, bus and main roads). The starting point for this exploration of the neighborhood is the "Sainte-Thérèse" streetcar stop, on the T1 line towards "les Caillols". Follow Boulevard Sainte-Thérèse until you reach the rear of the Saint-Pierre church (1). Join the church square and admire the Art Deco facade on your right. At the corner of the square, turn right into rue Pascal Ruinat, which leads to the Louis Loucheur housing complex (2). After crossing the housing estate, whose facades are painted in a monochrome of orange, follow the railroad tracks to reach boulevard Daumas. At the end, turn right under the arch. You're now on the chemin de Saint-Jean du Désert. When you reach the traffic circle, turn left onto boulevard Jeanne d'Arc and walk back towards the railroad (3). You'll pass the Cristal Limiñana company (4) and the cabaret l'étoile bleue (5). Continue straight ahead on boulevard Jeanne d'Arc (6) until you come to the church of Saint-Pierre, then turn right. Rue Ruinat (7) leads to Rue Saint-Pierre (8). If you're observant, you'll notice that the Saint-Pierre district is home to many small buildings with tiled roofs, representative of traditional Marseille architecture. Turn left into rue Saint-Pierre and drive 300 meters to the main entrance to the cemetery (9). It's like entering a hemicycle extended by a vast magnolia-lined avenue. On either side of the alley are the tombs of the Marseilles bourgeoisie, who made Marseilles famous from 1850 onwards (10). Walk straight ahead to reach a little-known site: a military crypt (11). Continue straight ahead until you reach the 4th intersection (12), then turn left until you reach the depository. Turn right and climb the stairs. On the way, you'll come across several remarkable graves (13) and (14). Go straight on until you reach a staircase, then turn left to reach a secondary gate which takes you out of the cemetery. Go left down rue Saint-Pierre until you reach the remains of an aqueduct on your right (15). Continue straight ahead, skirting the streetcar tracks (16) and (17). The walk ends at the "Saint-Pierre" stop on tramway T1, which takes you back to the city center.

Starting from the Calanque of Port d’Alon, this sportive path is drawn at the top of the coastal cliffs and overhangs the shore until the Pointe Fauconnière. Go exploring the preserved nature, beautiful landscapes and confidential coves. The start of this sporty hike, rich in sublime scenery and views, is at the end of the Madrague harbour. Take the stairs and follow the small passage on the right, between the houses. Descend to Plage de la Reinette and continue along the shore. After Plage de la Reinette, observe the petrifying spring with its travertine formation, a rare geological curiosity. Caution: slippery stretch along Plage de la Reinette. At the junction of the Pointe Grenier Heritage Trail and the Coastal Trail, a wooden sign informs you that you are beginning the Coastal Trail. Take the uphill walk to the left and follow the yellow markings. (This part is a challenging climb). After climbing all the steps, cross a tarmac road and take the 2nd staircase with wooden sleepers. This sporty section towards Pointe Fauconnière continues uphill, after a few bends, always following the yellow markings. Continue uphill on a steep, dirt path (Caution: can be slippery in wet weather). At the high point, enjoy a fine view of the surrounding hills, pine forests and the Sainte Baume massif in the background. Then a little further on. On the left, a panorama of vineyards and the Port d'Alon seafront (Pointe des Termes and Baie de la Moutte); on the right, a view of the village of Saint Cyr, the Madrague district and Baie des Lecques. Descend towards Pointe Fauconnière and the sea on a stony path. You'll enjoy a fine view of Cap Sicié and the Port d'Alon estate, and a fine view of Baie des Lecques, Bec de l'aigle and Pointe Grenier. Caution: do not follow the blue markers to the right! After an hour's walk, you've reached Pointe Fauconnière! A superb view of the Sainte Baume massif and Pointe Grenier awaits you. Below the viewpoint, carefully descend to the left after the pointe (keep following the yellow markings) and continue along the coastal path to the Calanque de Port d'Alon. Caution / Danger: Do not head for Pointe Grenier as the path is definitively closed due to rockfall and cliff instability. This steep, stony section of path offers a succession of beautiful views and enchanting landscapes. Pass the villas and private estate of Port d'Alon. Pass the esplanade and finally the calanque du Défens. This impressive stretch offers a magnificent opportunity to appreciate the shades of blue in the sea. After the second esplanade, a sign indicates the junction with the "sentier du Défens", which passes through the pine forest, set back from the coast. After a 10-minute walk, you'll come to the Jeoffrey cove - signpost N°15 to the Port d'Alon cove. At the calanque de Port d'Alon, with its majestic pine trees, enjoy a swim or a break in the shade before continuing on to Bandol. Water and toilets are available in season. Take the rocky path on the left of the Calanque de Port d'Alon. On the way, you'll see the Rocher de la Galère, also known as Le Sous-Marin (access to the cove is prohibited by decree N°2001-05-777). As far as Pointe des Engraviers, take advantage of the shady passages formed by the Mediterranean pine forests shaped by the wind, and the views over Ile Rousse and the Embiez archipelago. Continue to Plage des Engraviers, then cross the Athéna residence. Follow the signs to the Capélan peninsula. Follow the coastline, then take the road leading to Plage de Renecros in Bandol. Tip: If you do the whole trail, take the 880 bus from Bandol to Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer (Casino stop at the end of Bandol harbor). Please note that the nearest bus stop to La Madrague (where the trail starts in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer) is the Le viguier stop on avenue de Tauroentum (about 2 km further on foot). From Bandol, you can also consider a return trip by train. Timetables are available on the www.sncf-connect.com/ application (the full name of the station is Saint-Cyr / Les Lecques / La Cadière).

Near Aubagne, close to the A50 East motorway, on the Cassis wine road, and the calanques, the hotel is located in the Valentine commercial and industrial zone. The hotel has free WI-FI, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification, as well as the Tourism and Handicap label. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday from 7pm to 10pm.

Apartment adjoining another rental located in the park of a country house of the end of the XIXth century, on the way of Marcel Pagnol. Green setting, swimming pool with garden furniture. Living room, separate fitted kitchen. One bedroom with 1 bed/2 pers. Bathroom with WC. Upstairs: large 25 m² mezzanine bedroom with 1 double bed (160x200) + 2 single beds (100cm).

Bed and breakfast with a neat decoration of vintage inspiration of the 50s and 60s, at the foot of the Calanques massif. Independent entrance, private shower room, mini fridge and stove. Air conditioning, floor heating. Outside terrace, wifi, maps and documentation.

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Go for a tour towards the Calanques de CASSIS and MARSEILLE, site listed as French Natural Heritage. After sailing along the Var and the Bouches-du-Rhône coasts, you will enter at the deepest point of each calanque, real natural ports well known in the Antiquity for offering safe sheltered to Romans. This tour will expand the visit going halfway of CASSIS and MARSEILLE bays. Do not hesitate… Come aboard for one day off the beaten path. The visit of the 13 creeks includes: Passage in front of the port of La Ciotat and its former shipyard. • Then in front of the green island, the creek of Mugel, under the Bec de l'Aigle rock. • Visit of the Calanque de Figuerolles and the cliffs of Cap Canaille (416 m.). • Crossing the Bay of Cassis. • Calanque de Port Miou, deep and winding with its marina. • Port Pin, small and steep. • In Vau, pearl of the creeks, vertiginous, with its cliffs directly above the sea. • The Calanque des Orgues, remarkable for its limestone needles in the shape of organ pipes. • The Devenson creek with its arcuate cliffs. • The Calanque Saint-Jean where the great “candelle” takes root, the highest point of the massif of the creeks. • The Tombstones, well known to naturists. • The rugged and wild Calanque de Sugiton. • The vast creek of Morgiou, animated by its fishing port. • Passing Cap Morgiou, you will enter the Calanque de la Triperie where the Grotte Cosquer (underwater cave) was discovered in 1991. • The Calanque de Sormiou, the largest of all, where the clarity of the water contrasts with the rigor of the landscape.

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A cove of pebbles and gravel, 50 meters long and 20 meters wide. Its cliff is abrupt, the relief rough. The waters are of a deep blue in the shape of a ribbon. Access only by foot with the hiking trail GR98-51 from the parking of the peninsula in Cassis, or from La Gardiole. This cove is now included in the National Park of Calanques.

Pebble cove, framed by high walls of white limestone, bristling with needles and rocky points: the site is extraordinary. The water is crystal clear and fresh. It can be reached on foot (2 GR: 45 minutes and 1h30 from La Gardiole). This cove is now included in the Calanques National Park. To know the accessibility of the protected natural areas, between June 1st and September 30th, via a simple phone number, 0 811 20 13 13. (Cost of a local call). Departure from La Gardiole/GR 98 A: 1h30 on foot. Drop-off of the boat offering the discovery of the creeks from Cassis.

Small cove with varied relief, shaded, with sand, pebbles and rocks. The waters are fresh and crystal clear. The big rock of elongated shape which faces it is called "Le torpilleur". Its access can be limited according to a prefectural decree in spring and in summer. Be careful : the access path is quite long and with some denivellate. Sugiton will be the object of a study of frequentation in summer 2022 to better manage the flow of hikers. Bus stop B1 then 1 hour walk.

Cove of rocks and stone slabs, 100 meters long, adjoining the cove of Sugiton. Naturism is tolerated. This cove is now part of the Parc National des Calanques. Bus terminus B1 then 1-hour walk. On Wednesday October 1, 2025, a boulder fall was observed at the foot of a cliff along a path leading to the Sugiton and Pierres Tombées creeks. The initial geotechnical diagnosis carried out at the request of the City of Marseille had imposed the closure of the entire Calanque de Sugiton and access to the Calanque des Pierres tombées until further notice. Since then, purging work has been carried out, making the site accessible again.

Small sandy cove located after the fishing port, topped by a few huts. It is dominated by the Cap Morgiou and the ruins of a 17th century fort. This cove is now included in the Calanques National Park. To know the accessibility of the protected natural areas, between June 1st and September 30th, via a simple phone number, 0 811 20 13 13. (Cost of a local call).

2,3hectares for outdoor relaxation! The Château de la Buzine is inseparable from its green setting, a park of almost four hectares bordered by hills. The park lives with the seasons. In spring, the daffodils, irises and wild asparagus come back to life. In summer, you will find something to protect yourself from the sun by sheltering in the shade of large trees like the cedars of Lebanon or the oaks... In the fall, the natural warm colors are enhanced by the setting sun behind the hills, leaving time for winter and a time of rest…

Le Buz is a refined and contemporary event space of 1900m2 spread over 3 floors, an outdoor area with swimming pool and private parking for seminars, showrooms, parties...

An exceptional site dedicated to culture Situated in the heart of a valley between Saint-Menet and Les Camoins, between the hills and the Huveaune valley, in Marseille's 11th arrondissement, Château de la Buzine is part of a chain of châteaux and fine residences that tell part of the story of the city and its inhabitants. The estate owes its name to Henry de Buzens, the noble owner of the estate in the 17th century.

Dream Kidz is a playground for children aged 0 to 12. For the very youngest, there's an early-learning and play area, with activities to encourage psychomotor development.

The Nautic Bar serves fried girelles, hot goat's cheese salad, fish soup, sea bream and grilled sardines, bouillabaisse and paëlla to order, and overlooks the calanque, a providential place to stop and quench your thirst after hiking or climbing.

A haven of peace nestled in front of Pagnol's country...the restaurant de la Buzine invites you to share a meal in complete serenity. Facing the hills of Garlaban, come and discover a magical domain, the castle of La Buzine, praised by the Marseilles filmmaker in "le château de ma mère". We propose you a Mediterranean cooking of season with organic tendency in the form of buffets, and dishes "suggestions of the moment". We also offer take-away sales of salads, sandwiches, fruit salads and various juices, using bio-degradable containers that respect environmental standards. You can also come and have a peaceful break in the afternoon on our terraces, around a coffee, soda or organic fruit juice. Sunday brunch + buffet from 11am to 2pm. Responsible restaurant, take away.

Restaurant - discotheque, le Fruit de la Passion offers a dinner dance or show with zouk music, an unforgettable bachelor party, a birthday party or simply a relaxing evening with family or friends. . Caribbean specialties.

Les Terrasses du Phocéen restaurant is located on the grounds of the Luminy Tennis Academy at the gateway to the Calanques. Restaurant + pool package or restaurant package. It's open 7/7 for lunch only, and offers an all-you-can-eat buffet at 18.90 euros on weekdays and 24.90 euros at weekends and on public holidays (without drinks). It can seat 150 people in our indoor dining room and 200 on our two outdoor terraces. The restaurant and club can organize all your corporate events (seminars, team-building, relaxation days, business lunches), including catering (breakfast, lunch and snacks), an overhead projector room, access to the outdoor swimming pool and changing rooms, and sports facilities (tennis, padel, soccer and petanque courts).

In a calm and green setting, a pretty terrace with pergola awaits you for lunch or dinner. Open every day for lunch and dinner, we serve Marseillaise-Italian cuisine, using only the freshest, homemade ingredients. We offer wood-fired pizza, large salads, pasta, French meat, fish and all our desserts are "home-made".

Our à la carte menu and lunchtime specials are constantly evolving, changing daily according to the chef's inspiration and the day's purchases. French, Armenian and Lebanese specialties. Some examples of starters: grilled eggplant mille-feuilles with goat's cheese and fig jam, pan-fried foie gras escalope caramelized with figs, pan-fried crispy chipirons with cured ham... Main courses: roasted denti fillet with rosemary, grilled Argentine entrecôte with fleur de sel, poultry ballottine with chorizo... Desserts: lemon fiadone, granula cookie tiramisu, mango cylinder with lemon cream and cookie...

Restaurant Gaya an enchanting place where gastronomy meets art in all its forms. forms. Nestled in the heart of Valentine's, our establishment offers an unforgettable culinary and culinary experience, enhanced by artistic performances by our sublime dancers, every Friday and Saturday evening. In a setting that's chic, cosy and warm, you'll be transported to a world where aesthetics and refinement blend harmoniously. From the moment you arrive, you'll be greeted by a festive atmosphere, conducive to relaxation and conviviality. Our attentive and professional team will ensure that your evening is a memorable one. In our restaurant, our chef invites you to enjoy Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine, with fresh produce, original dishes and exceptional products selected from the finest artisans. For meat lovers, the Gaya Valentine restaurant in Marseille is a must. Here, passion for cooking is centered around exceptional meats, carefully selected and grilled to perfection. The menu features exceptional barbecued meats. Discover the incredible tenderness of Australian Wagyu beef entrecôte, renowned for its finesse and incomparable taste. For special occasions or generous appetites, opt for Black Angus XXL 1.5 kg prime rib, a piece of character to share. Lovers of South American meats will delight in our Argentine rib eye, grilled to perfection. The menu is translated into English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Arabic.

The restaurant will be closed in July and August, but there will be a refreshment bar open between 10am and 6pm. On sale: snacks, pizzas, sandwiches, sodas, fruit juices, water etc. Takeaway sales only. The public will not be able to sit down. Le Château offers grilled fish, monkfish, mussels, gambas, langoustines, fish soup, paella, bouillabaisse, facing the Calanque de Sormiou, in a magnificent setting. Credit cards are not accepted Mandatory parking: 5 euros.

Summer or winter, it's a great weekend rendezvous, especially on Sunday evenings. In the Baumettes district, at the start of the walk that can take you to the Morgiou calanque, you'll find a lively, family-friendly haven, with an enchanting terrace and wood-fired pizzas. A real pepperoni pizza with spicy Neapolitan sausage (known as wane gaine), mussels au gratin over a wood-fired oven, cannelloni à la brousse au gratin over a wood-fired oven, and dishes of the day that are always well executed, stand out on the car te. Enthusiastic welcome whether you're a regular or not.

Located in the 11th district of Marseille, the B&B Marseille la Valentine Saint-Menet hotel is ideally located if you want to book a cheap accommodation, close to the A50 freeway with quick access to the best tourist sites. Throughout the week, the hotel reception is open from 6:30 am to 11 am and from 5 pm to 9:30 pm. Please note, however, that these hours change on public holidays and the eve of public holidays (from 7:30 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 8:30 pm).You can access your room from 12:00 am. It must be vacated by noon the following day. Outside of these hours, don't worry: you can get your room number and access code 24 hours a day from the automatic cash point located at the hotel entrance.

Near the hills of Marcel Pagnol and the thermal center Les Camoins, the guest room is in a large villa of 200 m2 with a landscaped garden of 2000 m2, in the quiet, in the nature. It has a pleasant blue room upstairs for two people (with a baby bed if necessary), with a view of the valley, private shower and toilet, plus a more sober room for two (with two bunk beds for children or adults) on the first floor, with private toilet and shared bathroom. Large dining room, luxurious decoration. Breakfast is composed of organic products (home-made jams, organic bread...) and can be served on the terrace in good weather. Possibility of gastronomic Armenian meal.

A pleasant hotel with a lovely shaded terrace, swimming pool and flower-filled garden, it has 77 rooms, including 4 with disabled access. Discover the charm of Marseille by staying at the Novotel Marseille Est Porte d'Aubagne. Ideally located between the dynamic city of Marseille and the picturesque landscapes of Provence, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the calanques, the Canebière and the Old Port. Our modern, spacious rooms offer optimum comfort with quality bedding, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. For business or pleasure, book now! Each room is designed for your relaxation, with a functional workspace and is equipped with a large-screen TV with Chromecast. Take advantage of our premium services including an outdoor pool, fully equipped meeting rooms. Savor local cuisine in our restaurant, where our chef serves fresh seasonal dishes. Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast. The hotel bar also welcomes you for relaxing moments (pinball, table soccer and darts). Explore sunny, dynamic Marseille, strolling along the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde and the calanques. Taste the famous bouillabaisse, play a game of pétanque, reread Marcel Pagnol - in short, soak up our local culture!

The Ibis Budget Marseille Est Porte d'Aubagne hotel is adjacent to the Novotel: it has spacious rooms of 23m2, air-conditioned and equipped with bathroom and toilet, a parking lot and free Wi-Fi access. As you enter Marseilles, from the Nice-Toulon direction, the ibis budget Marseille St-Menet has large refurbished Cocoon rooms 248 sq. ft. (23 m2) in size, with private bathroom and toilet. Walk in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol,along the paths of Provence! Discover the calanques of Cassis! Our economy hotel offers comfortable rooms with free WIFI, private car park and family rooms. Dining facilities available at the Novotel (same hotel complex).

Near Aubagne, close to the A50 East motorway, on the Cassis wine road, and the calanques, the hotel is located in the Valentine commercial and industrial zone. The hotel has free WI-FI, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification, as well as the Tourism and Handicap label. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday from 7pm to 10pm.

In Provence, in the heart of Marcel Pagnol's country, close to the beaches and creeks, to the city of Marseille and Aubagne, this magnificent country house from the end of the 19th century offers you guest rooms or furnished accommodation. 3 bedrooms and 2 suites for 4 people, in a charming Marseille bastide, with surprising volume and majestic salons, in the heart of a wooded park. In the outbuildings of the Bastide, 4 meublés de tourisme (self-catering cottages) have been fitted out, their descriptions can be found on our website. The Bastide also has a meeting room for businesses.

Apartment adjoining another rental located in the park of a country house of the end of the XIXth century, on the way of Marcel Pagnol. Green setting, swimming pool with garden furniture. Living room, separate fitted kitchen. One bedroom with 1 bed/2 pers. Bathroom with WC. Upstairs: large 25 m² mezzanine bedroom with 1 double bed (160x200) + 2 single beds (100cm).

The B&B Hotel Marseille is 6 km from the city center and the Old Port. Air-conditioned hotel, rooms equipped with full bathroom, TV with Canal Plus and Canal Satellite, direct telephone and Internet connection, all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. Reception Monday to Thursday from 6:30 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 9:30 pm, Fridays and bank holidays eves from 6:30 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 8:30 pm, weekends and bank holidays from 7:30 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 8:30 pm. Automatic reception with credit card 24 hours a day. Free closed parking, monitored by video and security guard. Free Wifi access everywhere. 9 restaurants, a bowling alley, a nightclub, a billiard table, a cinema and a bar.

The hustle and bustle of the nearby shopping center is replaced here by calm and serenity, a small haven of peace with a patio planted with trees and flowers, and a friendly welcome. Whatever the reason for your visit to Marseille - tourism, leisure, shopping or business - L'Odyssée is sure to make your stay a pleasant one. The city center is easily accessible by freeway and public transport. Our tastefully decorated rooms, with their marble floors, offer every comfort: double bed, individual heating, flat-screen digital TV, WIFI Internet access. One of our rooms is equipped for disabled guests.

Located in the country of Pagnol, near Garlaban, Aubagne, Marseille and Cassis. Green setting, family atmosphere with seven rooms on garden. Airport at 30 km and train station at 10 km, restaurants nearby.