Fall is the perfect season to get back in shape and eliminate the summer BBQs .

Days are mild The sun is here.  Everything is present to have a walk with family or a beautiful hike, alone or in company.

This week we suggest to discover the Calanques of Marseille and their amazing landscapes.

The Calanques National Park

 The calanques of Marseille are part of the natural marvels of Provence. They are located on the Mediterranean coast.

They go for about twenty kilometers between Marseille and Cassis.

The National Park was created in 2012 in order to protect the unique biodiversity of those landscapes to blow you away.

Several rare animal and vegetal species are living there.

As an example, we find the eagle of Bonelli and almost 83 protected vegetal species, spread over more than twenty-five calanques in total.

It is one of the most remarkable sites of France which attract approximately one million visitors, coming from the entire world each year.

To each its calanque.

The calanques of Marseille each have their history and their visitors. Below is a list of recommendations for your visit:

-          The Calanque of Port Miou, former stone quarry set up as a pleasure harbor.  It is one of the calanques closest to Cassis and is very appreciated by visitors.

-          The Calanque of Port-Pin, easily accessible on foot from Cassis. It will require very little efforts.  It takes approximately 30 min. on foot.

-          The calanque of En-Vau, climbing site very famous for its dizzying cliffs.

-          The Calanque de l’oeil de verre.  Very difficult access.  Only for experienced hikers,

-          The Calanque of Sugiton, one of the easiest to access, ideal for a day with family.

-          The Calanque of Morgiou, which has a village and a small harbor. It is the perfect calanque if you want to enjoy a lazy day at the beach.

-          The Calanque of Sormiou, which has a village and a small harbor. The water is blue turquoise there. It delights young and old.

-           The Calanque Marseilleveyre, with its beach, its bar/restaurant and its diving center.

-          The calanque of Callelongue, with its harbor, its restaurant and its bars.

Plaisirs et Maisons de Provence suggests you stay in one of its  vacation rentals  to participate in  a hike to discover those sumptuous landscapes.

If you wish to discover the riches offered by Provence, we invite you  to contact our agency Plaisirs & Maisons de Provence or to request a custom made quote by clicking on this link.