Callelongue - Béouveyre and Pas de la Demi-Lune

A superb hike from Callelongue to the summit of Béouveyre, crossing famous passes such as the Pas du Pin and, the highlight of the show, the Pas de la Demi-Lune, which offers spectacular views of Les Lames, legendary cliffs, and the Rocher des Goudes.
Please read the description carefully before embarking on this hike.

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.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.27 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 05 
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    Difficulty: Difficult

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 458 m
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    Descent: - 453 m

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    Highest point: 366 m
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    Lowest point: 4 m

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Description of the walk

Head to Callelongue, south-west of Marseille.
Park in the car park at the entrance to Callelongue if you arrive early; otherwise, park above Les Goudes or on the side of the road between the car park and Callelongue.

(S/E) From the car park, head towards the port of Callelongue, take Avenue des Pébrons to the second barrier. Then turn left, following the red-white-black GR® markings. Climb up to a platform and continue following the GR® markings, enjoying superb views of Les Goudes. Climb Pas Edgard Heath, which can be bypassed.

(1) At Col du Brès, continue along the path and go around several escarpments, wide curves and passages with steps.

(2) Turn right to follow the blue trail, cross a sloping slab (caution) and note, to the north, the Cheminée Rampante, a stone structure that was used to evacuate toxic fumes from the Madrague lead factory. Continue climbing to the summit of Béouveyre at 366 m.

(3) Admire the 360° view from this spot and descend the summit following the blue-green markings. There are three slightly steep sections with a cable to help you down.
Reach the Col des Chèvres.

(4) Join the green trail and descend the Vallon de l'Aigle. Caution: risk of slipping on the scree. At the intersection with another trail, leave the red trail on the right and continue left on the green trail. Pass the Pas du Pin, where you will be rewarded with a bird's-eye view.

(5) Aerial view. Descend carefully: it is a little dangerous but the view is magnificent.
Afterwards, you can visit the Grotte de l'Ours and the Grotte de Saint-Michel d'Eau Douce.

(6) Follow the base of the cliff, on the yellow dotted trail, to Pas de la Demi-Lune.

(7) Pass the pass and arrive behind the cliff, then take the pleasant path on the right, marked with yellow dots, then the yellow-marked path to the intersection with the semaphore. Descend to the right to Callelongue (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 4 m - Calanque de Callelongue
  2. 1 : km 2.05 - alt. 138 m - Col du Brès
  3. 2 : km 3 - alt. 144 m - Intersection
  4. 3 : km 3.88 - alt. 366 m - Summit of Béouveyre
  5. 4 : km 4.08 - alt. 303 m - Vallon de l'Aigle - Col des Chèvres (280m)
  6. 5 : km 4.44 - alt. 217 m - Le Pas du Pin
  7. 6 : km 4.79 - alt. 203 m - Grotte St Michel d'Eau Douce
  8. 7 : km 5.12 - alt. 216 m - The Pas de la Demie Lune
  9. S/E : km 6.27 - alt. 4 m - Calanque de Callelongue

Notes

Bus 20 from La Madrague to Callelongue
Car park at Les Goudes
Do not attempt this hike in rainy or windy weather. Some sections are vertiginous.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.3 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
User 17554574

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 24, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent four-hour walk, taking our time with our 11-year-old son. Exceptional landscapes, vegetation and views.

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patrick.bele
patrick.bele

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike that deserves its difficult rating given some of the steep sections. We missed the fork towards the Pas de la Demi-Lune but came back down via the green-marked trail at Callelongue.

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randoceyreste/83
randoceyreste/83

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful aerial hike with splendid 360° views of Marseille on one side and the sea with its islands facing Les Goudes on the other.
Well described, the GR section has been repainted recently.
An important note: it is clearly stated that some sections are dizzying, but I would add that there are three or four sections involving climbing/descending that may be difficult for some people. Above all, this hike is not recommended for dogs, as they will need to be carried through these aerial sections, with all the risks of falling that this entails.

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RomainLafitte
RomainLafitte

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb half-day hike with a picnic at the summit of Béouveyre! Done on 20 January (bright sunshine and no wind ).

Superb panoramic views of the village of Les Goudes, the city of Marseille, the sea and the famous Lames!

To be repeated without moderation.

PS: caution for those prone to vertigo when crossing the Pas de la Demi-Lune.

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Charly38120
Charly38120

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 20, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Great hike, beautiful route. Done on 18 October 2023.
Well marked with colour codes.

Bring a rope (30 m) and 5 quickdraws for the Pas de la Demi-Lune (great atmosphere). There is no handrail cable, but there are rings for belaying.

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jpvls
jpvls

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 27, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We did this hike out of season and on a weekday, so there were very few people on this magnificent
route.
The views of Callelongue, Les Goudes, the calanques and the sea are always sublime.
Along the route, we were constantly amazed by the strange shapes of the rocks.
When we arrived before the Col des Chèvres, we were dazzled by a monumental view of the entire city of Marseille!
We then descended the Vallon des Aigles to a chimney and a slightly aerial passage (no cables at this level).

Around stage 7, we decided to turn back and take the much safer path leading to Les Goudes (to continue on to Callelongue at this point, you have to climb down a steep, vertical section).

Oh yes! For dog owners, avoid bringing your pooch on this route!

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Ma Mie
Ma Mie

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 12, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A challenging hike that is well worth the effort. Not recommended if you suffer from vertigo.
We had a wonderful time, but it must be said that the weather was on our side: no wind, not too hot or too cold. I would not recommend it in windy or wet conditions.

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