The Calanque de l'Érevine

Here is one of the many possible circular routes that will take us to the wonderful Calanque de l’Érevine where you can have a swim; this lovely circular route presents no significant difficulty.
However, the Sentier du Douanier, which is very busy at weekends, is steep in places and also features a few slightly exposed sections that require you to watch your step carefully and take extra care if children are present. It may also prove tricky for those prone to vertigo.

Please note: due to high footfall, the rocks can become slippery, even in sunny weather. Sturdy footwear and constant vigilance are essential.
A walk best enjoyed in autumn or spring,

This walk is classified as moderate, but the slippery rocks can raise its difficulty level to ‘difficult’.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 3.73 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 25 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 791 ft
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    Descent: - 771 ft

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    Highest point: 663 ft
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    Lowest point: 0 ft

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Description of the walk

Park in the visitor car park at the entrance to Niolon.

(S/E) Follow the road leading to the SNCF station and continue to the right, heading due south-east, to the car park located beyond the railway station.

(1) At the end of the car park, follow the well-marked path south-eastwards; it soon veers away from the railway line and turns to the right. Walk down a few metres to reach the first fork.

(2) Turn left, go down a little, then head back up, always following the coastal path. Pass under the railway line, walk along the coast to reach the Calanque de l’Érevine. A scree slope leads there.

(3) After a break, climb up the scree, go under the railway bridge and continue due north on a well-marked path. Ignore the other paths branching off to the left, particularly the one through a long tunnel. The path climbs gently to a cairn on the right.

(4) Take the path branching off to the right, which climbs steeply to reach a fork. Take the small path on the left and, a few metres further on, you’ll reach a small pass where several paths cross.

(5) Cross the wide track and take the path opposite heading north-east. Follow it in this direction, then turn right to reach a junction.

(6) Do not go uphill but continue north-east. You will reach a second junction.

(7) Do not take the path that goes downhill but continue due east along a narrow track that will swing round to the other side of the hill, running alongside the road above as it heads south-east. You will then reach the road, which you should follow, still heading south-east, to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 253 ft - Niolon visitor car park
  2. 1 : mi 0.39 - alt. 131 ft - End of the car park near the SNCF station
  3. 2 : mi 0.51 - alt. 79 ft - Junction
  4. 3 : mi 1.65 - alt. 0 ft - Calanque de l'Erévine
  5. 4 : mi 2.42 - alt. 453 ft - Junction
  6. 5 : mi 2.65 - alt. 650 ft - Small pass
  7. 6 : mi 2.86 - alt. 564 ft - Junction
  8. 7 : mi 3.14 - alt. 400 ft - Second junction
  9. S/E : mi 3.73 - alt. 253 ft - Niolon visitor car park

Notes

A walk best enjoyed away from the heat and large crowds.
You must bring plenty of water as there are no refreshment points.
Please note: take care with children on the customs officer’s path, which is sometimes exposed but well-marked.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 45 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
gypaetus
gypaetus

Hello Daly,
I’m sorry to hear that you had an accident on this route. The description states that this trail is not easy, and many comments confirm this.
I would also like to emphasise that the rocks can be slippery in places due to heavy footfall.
I will also add a question mark to the difficulty rating.
Kind regards,

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Daly.
Daly.
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Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 13, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★☆☆☆☆ Very disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

This route is extremely dangerous, even though its "difficulty" is rated as "moderate", which is completely wrong. We had an accident, even though we’re both fit and active. The path is very slippery for long stretches and very narrow in several places, and to top it all off, there’s that section with a rope… (For the record: we did it in bright sunshine, with no rain or anything else)
This is a misleading description that needs to be corrected.

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User 8657206

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 11, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

It was a wonderful hike!
Be warned, though: in my opinion, proper walking boots are a must.
We did it in April, and it was already quite busy. Except for the end of the walk, which leaves the coast.
We’ll be back in the autumn!

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BrigitteGenolier
BrigitteGenolier

Overall rating : 5 / 5

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

A magnificent hike with spectacular views. Swimming in the cove was a real treat.
We didn't do the loop but went from Niolon to Everine and back because we wanted to stay on the coast.
Be careful, the rocks are often very slippery and the path is sometimes very narrow with steep drops quite close by.
In some places, you will need to use your hands and slide down. One section requires the use of a rope, which is very welcome....
I'm mentioning this because we came across people with unsuitable footwear or with very young children, which didn't seem safe to us.
This hike is best done during the week and outside of holiday periods as it is very busy.

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Tite84
Tite84

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Completed using the start/finish option for roadside parking at the junction of Route du Rove and Route de Niolon. This choice was necessary due to the large number of vehicles. Total length of the hike, including the currently proposed route: 12.5 km. Done in a counterclockwise direction, I can confirm the tranquillity of the beautiful green and flowery plateau with few people, as well as the superb but overcrowded seaside section (Erevine towards Niolon), which is pleasant but much too crowded...(access to the water's edge impossible: small, overcrowded coves) some people in flip-flops, young children, with dogs, walking sticks, slippery shoes and a pair of Crocs! The seaside path is often narrow, with slippery rocks, requiring you to sit down or use your hands to get through... and there is a drop nearby. Be careful in wet weather and if you are prone to vertigo.
Tip: in good weather, wear good shoes, avoid the high season/holidays/public holidays.

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rogerjean90
rogerjean90

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 30, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely little walk in an area I didn't know.

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gibjacques
gibjacques

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 29, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

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duca9106
duca9106

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Taken in December. Very busy on the seaside, it must have been 20°C that day! Afterwards, towards the fort and on the way back, there were far fewer people. A very enjoyable route with beautiful views all the way.

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gypaetus
gypaetus

Thank you, Clarabel

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Clarabell
Clarabell

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Thanks to your directions, I was able to reach the cove without going to the fort. I met some hikers who had done both routes without meaning to. I avoided the tunnel and was able to choose the right route at the forks.

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Patrick BERTRAND
Patrick BERTRAND

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The first part along the coast is difficult and very busy due to access to small coves. Be careful if you suffer from vertigo!
The second part inland is less busy, but be careful when leaving the coast not to take the tunnel; follow the app carefully.
Magnificent scenery all along the route.

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gypaetus
gypaetus

Thanks for this post

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Xav13
Xav13

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 19, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Precise layout.

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gypaetus
gypaetus

Thanks for this post
Best regards

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jpvls
jpvls

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant hike in this part of the Blue Coast, where the route takes us through a variety of
of landscape and views.
Please note: at the start, after the SNCF train station, head south-west, not south-east.

Also avoid bringing your dogs, as the terrain is rough in places and could hurt their paws.

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