From the Calanque de Port d'Alon to the Pointe Fauconnière

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A beautiful hike along the coastal path with several coves for swimming.

Access to the Port d'Alon cove and the coastal path is temporarily prohibited by municipal decree.
The unusual weather conditions that have prevailed for several weeks, including heavy rain and strong winds, have weakened the pine forest. Several trees have been uprooted,and as a result, access to the Port d'Alon cove is prohibited by municipal decree for obvious public safety reasons.

News from 17/02/2026.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.35 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 15 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 316 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 324 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 96 m
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    Lowest point: 1 m
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Calanque du Port D'Alon

Description of the walk

Depart from Calanque du Port D'Alon. Park in the upper or lower car park; the upper car park will add a few metres to your walk.

(S/E) From the car park, head to the cove. Take the yellow-marked trail on the right, which crosses several points: Pointe des Termes, Pointe d'Aloin and Pointe du Défens. You will arrive at a small cove with beautiful shades of blue, ideal for a picnic or a quick swim.

(1) Continue along the path. Pass Pointe des Trois Fours and, after a short climb, you will finally reach Pointe Fauconnière, the end of this hike.

(2) It is currently forbidden to continue along the path to La Madrague in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer as it is blocked.
Turn back and follow the same route you took to get there to return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 9 m - Calanque du Port d'Alon
  2. 1 : km 2.12 - alt. 6 m - Calanque du Defens
  3. 2 : km 4.18 - alt. 96 m - Pointe Fauconnière (99m)
  4. S/E : km 8.35 - alt. 9 m - Calanque Port d'Alon

Notes

Wear hiking boots as the trail is quite rocky.
As the route is entirely along the coast, bring a windbreaker, cap, etc. depending on the weather.
Parking fees vary depending on the season (around €10).

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
momone
momone

Route closed by prefectural decree; cove closed and off-limits due to trees and collapse on the route.

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robur13
robur13

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 09, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

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salgechristine
salgechristine

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 02, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We went in January when the sky was blue and the sun was shining. The colours were magnificent and we didn't see a soul.
It must be different in summer 🤪

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estellej
estellej

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 31, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Wonderful walk along the coastal path, magnificent views. Not to be done on a rainy day, as it may be slippery. Very beautiful viewpoint at the Pointe de la Fauconnière.

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MARTALA
MARTALA

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Part of the route (the falconry point) is closed due to rockfalls, but we got through without any problems! A handwritten note on the sign indicates that the route has been checked! By whom?
Is it reliable?
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dougere
dougere

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 24, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

I am surprised that no one has mentioned the problem with the duration indicated for this walk. Given the very uneven terrain, with rocks, roots, climbs and descents, it takes an hour to reach point 1, unless you're a very fit hiker. The strong gusts of wind discouraged us from continuing beyond the Pointe des 3 Fours. It took us 2½ hours for this incomplete round trip, with hardly any breaks. Otherwise, it was a beautiful walk with parking for €10.

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Geraldine6913
Geraldine6913

Thank you very much

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DanielANDRE
DanielANDRE

Yes, that's feasible, no problem, I think

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Geraldine6913
Geraldine6913
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Hello, I suffer from vertigo and wanted to know if the walk is along the edge of a cliff. Yesterday I was in Niolon and didn't feel comfortable on the customs officers' path. I also have a dog. Is it suitable for him? Thank you in advance

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DanielANDRE
DanielANDRE

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 19, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very beautiful hike
We set off from La Madrague, where there is a new route that takes you to Pointe Fauconnière
Once we reached the port of Alon, we continued towards the Baie de la Moute, then headed north to reach the campsite and returned to La Madrague through the vineyards (route marked in yellow)

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Catherine D1.
Catherine D1.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A summery feel for a lovely walk by the sea with a swim in the little cove of La Fauconnière

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JALOSA
JALOSA

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Nothing to add

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Fibie83
Fibie83

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

There are many people during this school holiday period, but this trail is still as beautiful as ever!

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GH69
GH69

Overall rating : 5 / 5

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

A very beautiful hike with magnificent views.
There are some lovely spots to swim during the hike.
The circuit from Saint Cyr sur Mer is possible but it is diverted into the mountains.

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PERRIN ISABELLE
PERRIN ISABELLE

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

very beautiful hike

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