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The Calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau from Cassis

The beauty of the cliffs overlooking the sea.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply could result in a fine of up to €1,500.
The Port Miou car park is no longer accessible, see reviews
The Alpilles ridge

Nice walk between the wild and steep ridge of the Alpilles and the plains of Romanin.
Le Rocher des Deux Trous (The Rock with Two Holes)

At the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Reserve, a small easy hike on good paths. The route takes you to the picturesque Rock with Two Holes painted by Van Gogh during his stay in Saint-Paul de Mausole from May 1889 to May 1890. It offers vast panoramic views over the two slopes of the Alpilles. To the south, in clear weather the view stretches to the Mediterranean, to the north over the Montagnette, the Gard, the Mont Ventoux, etc.
The Canal de Marseille and Aqueduc de Roquefavour

Leaving from Ventabren, a walk in the surrounding hills and then along the Canal de Marseille and ending at the Aqueduc de Roquefavour.
Cézanne’s windmill and the Zola dam

A lovely walk which includes a chance to see Cézanne’s Windmill, to discover the ancient ruins of the Roman aqueduct and its waterfall and the Zola dam. In the distance you can see Mont Sainte-Victoire.
Côte Bleue, La Redonne

To the west of Marseille, the Côte Bleue owes its name to the colour of the sea. The coastal path offers spectacular views of quiet little ports, sunny creeks and secluded beaches. In the distance, Marseille... and above all, the Mediterranean Sea.
The Caderaou Balcony (le balcon de Caderaou)

A hike along the balcony with superb views of the Etang de Berre (a small inland sea called Lake Berre).
Rocher des Deux Trous, Mont Gaussier and Lac du Peirou via the ladders

Pleasant walk in the Alpilles with magnificent panoramic views in places
La Ciotat and Cap Canaille

Hike exploring the sights and features of Cape Canaille.
The cliffs and ridges above Mouriès

A pretty hike in this area of the Alpilles to discover the white cliffs of "Caisses de Jean Jean", the "Caisses de Servanne," the Castellas ridges and its viewpoints, and a walk along Servanne golf course in Mouriès.
The Tour des Opies- the Eyguières Alpilles

Hiking in the Alpilles, starting from the Eyguières bullring.
A quiet start among olive trees and cicadas at the foot of the Opies.
You'll discover the old Romanière sheep pens.
The ascent starts on a beautiful path through the maquis and ends with a little climb to finish at the Tour de Guet where a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
You can also visit the vestiges of Villa Gallo Romaine.
Garlaban and the peak of Taoumé

Circuit following in Marcel Pagnol's footsteps, passing by the Baume du Plantier (Manon’s Cave) then reaching the legendary Garlaban. The return journey passes by the peak of Taoumé and Grosibou Cave and ending with the Vallon de Passe-Temps.
Bau Trauqua Mountain

A loop around the Bau Trauqua mountain, part of the Chaîne de l'Etoile between Marseille and Aix-En-Provence. Hike along the ridge and enjoy the many magnificent views over the well-known massifs of Sainte Victoire, Garlaban and Sainte-Baume.
In spring, the scents are magnificent, not to mention the flora and fauna that awaken.
This hike starts off moderately difficult, then becomes a medium hike with some very fine views.
La Sainte-Victoire: Croix de Provence via the Pas des Moines and the Escalette

A hike that takes you up to the Sainte-Victoire priory and the Croix de Provence from the Plan d'En Chois car park.
Glanum and the Alpilles ridges

From the Antiques de Glanum site, a beautiful climb up the Saint-Clerg valley, which serves as a botanical trail, takes you to the ridges and back down to Lake Peirou (Peirou, on the IGN map).
Sainte-Victoire mountain through the Clapier gap

A loop hike on the south side of Sainte-Victoire Montagne allowing access to the ridge via the Marbrière and the Brèche du Clapier (gap). The walk along the ridge towards the Croix de Provence offers splendid views. Descent via the Priory, the Pas du Berger and the Cézanne Shelter.
Tour of the Cengle plateau

The tour of the Cengle plateau is an easy circular hike around the Cengle plateau, a veritable balcony offering splendid and unusual views of the Sainte-Victoire Mountain. You can also start from Beaurecueil (car park at the start of the path) or from the Bouquet car park on the CD 17 before Saint Antonin.
It should also be noted that this area is much less frequented than the rest of the Sainte Victoire massif.
Chapelle Saint-Gabriel - Les Alpilles

Circuit in the far west of the Alpilles, starting from the Saint-Gabriel Chapel.
From Niolon to La Redonne via the customs officers' path

A short, very classic hike in the rocky inlets north of Marseille harbour between the ports of Niolon and La Redonne.
The Saint Sixtus chapel and the "Tête du Long Jean"

The route starts from a typical village of the Alpilles, takes you past a chapel famous for its beauty in a delightful setting, and continues round a hill with views of the north slope of the ridge and the plain of Mollégès. On the return leg, there is a superb view of the old village of Eygalières.
The Happy Valley of Orgon

A very pleasant short hike with views of the Durance valley, Mont Ventoux, the Luberon, etc. No particular difficulty.
The Sugiton, Morgiou, Triperie, and Sormiou coves

A walk with breathtaking views of four coves (calanques)
Above the Infernets and Coutronne-les Encanaux ravines

A splendid walk starting from the Encanaux, near Auriol, along the top of the Infernets and then the Coutronne ravines. At times along the cliffside ravines, similar to some sections of the Gorges du Verdon. From Lare Pass (Col de la Lare), you will have a magnificent view of the Sainte-Baume range and the Pic de Bertagne to the south and Sainte-Victoire Mountain, Mont Olympe and Mont Aurélien to the north.
In the Alpilles

Starting from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a beautiful walk along large, clearly-marked, shady trails. Beautiful viewpoints over the Alpilles, the village and the château des Baux-de-Provence.
The fragrant plants of the South and also pines and even cedars.
The Old Roquefort and Saint-André Chapel from the Grand Caune

This walk will surprise you with its views of all the main Provençal mountains.
Perched on a rocky outcrop at the foot of a cliff, you will discover the ruins of an old village abandoned in the 17th century, as well as a pretty stone chapel. A walk in the clouds.
Little Camargue

A short walk in a protected area on the edge of the Étang de Berre and its industries. All the vegetation of the wetlands, birds galore.
Moderator's note Please note that part of this loop is closed between April and July. See notices.
Sainte-Victoire la Croix de Provence

Sainte-Victoire is a highlight of Provence for hikers and climbers.
Before you start, make sure access to the massif is allowed because a regulation is applicable from 1 June to 30 September which and can limit access hours.
The coves of Sugiton and Morgiou

A walk to the coves (calques) of Luminy estate in Marseille with exceptional views
The Calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau from Cassis

This hike along the calanques will take your breath away.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to €1,500.
The Garlaban via the Grand Vallon

A beautiful hike with cable and chain passages and magnificent 360° views from the top of the Garlaban.
Please note that a municipal by-law has prohibited descent via the Dansaires trail since 2010 due to rockfalls.
Boulbon and the Moulin Bonnet

Enjoy an easy stroll through the hills of Boulbon, passing by the Moulin Bonnet.
The Castellas de Roquemartine, the Crête du Defens, and the Grottes de Calès caves

A nice hike in the Alpilles to see the ruins of Castellas de Roquemartine (Château de la Reine Jeanne), and end with the caves of Calès, a very interesting cave network.
Aureille: through the olive groves

In the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Park, this circuit crosses vast olive groves, runs alongside a canal and an old sandpit, and passes close to a Vaudoret oil mill.
The Soubeyranes Cliffs with return via the Dent du Chat from La Ciotat

A fairly classic hike that allows us to admire the high cliffs of Cassis and the caves and the Dent du Chat with its amazing stone arch.
Le Gros Calan in the Alpilles

Short hike in the Alpilles, below Eygalières. Best done in autumn or winter.
The Oppidum des Bringasses

A short circuit to discover a little-known fortified site above Les Baux-de-Provence with an unusual view of the village. The circuit starts with a path that takes you to a plateau above the quarries and ends with good tracks. It offers beautiful panoramic views of the south and east of the Alpilles.
Spectacular scenic views of Baux-de-Provence

A short hike around Baux-de-Provence, mostly on good trails. There is a short climb down a well-maintained rocky path. 360° views at the viewpoint (or what remains of it). The Baux cover "every angle" with many panoramic views. Return via the village with the option to pay it a visit.
The drystone shelters and the bee wall in Cornillon Confoux

During this very easy walk on flat ground alternating between tracks and small roads, you can admire beautiful drystone shelters and a bee wall.
Drystone shelters are huts built from dry stones that served as temporary dwellings for farmers in Provence in the 19th century. The bee wall, or Apier, is an 18th-century dry stone wall, 60 metres long, with 56 niches (originally 200) where beekeepers used to shelter their straw hives from the mistral wind and bad weather.
Fontvieille and its history

Discover Fontvieille, famous for its Daudet mill, but also for the Roman ruins that dot the commune.
Around Mont Puget from Col de la Gineste

A magnificent sea and mountain hike in the Calanques National Park.
The oppidum of Saint-Blaise

Stroll across the Castillon plateau to discover one of the Mediterranean's major archaeological sites and its surroundings, which include four ponds.
The Watchtower by the North Slope in Les Baux-de-Provence

A circuit on the north slope of the Alpilles on good tracks nice, overlooking cross-shaded valleys and ridges that offer views on all sides of the Alpilles. The view goes far beyond this. The tour starts with a track which “keeps its cards close to its chest”. Apart from the return by the GR 6, you will meet few if any other people on this route that is far off the beaten track.
The Calanques of Port-Miou, Port-Pin and En-Vau

A pleasant day-long hike through three calanques for experienced hikers. No major difficulties except for a slightly tricky descent towards the Calanque d'en-Vau.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to £1,000.
The Sainte-Victoire

A beautiful hike up one of the highest mountains in the Provence: the magnificent Sainte-Victoire. Enjoy 360° views as far as the Alps and the Ventoux. The Priory alone is well worth the effort.
The Quatre Termes and Baume Brignolle

A hike in the Alpilles along good paths. A varied landscape ranging from pine forest to Mediterranean scrubland with fine views over the hills and valleys.
Mont Gibaou, Baou Redon and the Grotte des Janots from Cassis

This hike from Cassis will take you to Mont Gibaou and Baou Redon between Cassis and Roquefort-La-Bédoule, following old orange markings in some places. These viewpoints offer a 360° view of the Calanques, the Etoile mountain range, the Garlaban, the Sainte-Baume massif, La Ciotat and the Gulf of Love, and the Bay of Cassis. You will descend through the Bois de la Marcouline and visit the Grotte des Janots, an ideal cave for exploring the underground world.
Dam circuit at Le Tholonet

A superb hike, best enjoyed in spring: the Zola and Bimont dams and the old Roman dam are magnificent.
Around Les Baux-de-Provence

A short route for visiting the magnificent village of Les Baux-de-Provence and its immediate surroundings.
Le Grand Sanguin and La Petite Étoile

This hike, which runs through the north-western part of the Étoile massif, offers exceptional 360° panoramic views from Aix to Marseille, passing by the Étang de Berre and the Marseille harbour. The route alternates between valleys and paths with spectacular views.
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