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Place des Moulins walks
Visit the old quarters of Marseille
Visorando Member
9.55 mi
+915 ft
-912 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
We will take a tour of the old quarters of Marseille.
The famous Panier district and the Old Port to see the fish stalls (best done in the morning).
The Saint-Victor district where we will buy Navettes (small cakes).
We will climb up to the Bonne Mère (Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde) and then head down to visit the Endoume neighbourhood, as far as the Vallon des Auffes.
Finally, we'll head to the seaside via the Corniche, the Pharo gardens and then cross the Old Port by ferry (free).
Walks near Place des Moulins
From the Madrague de Montredon to the Calanque de Callelongue
3.82 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,368 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Starting from Port de la Madrague, hike along the edge of the Massif de Marseilleveyre to the Calanque de Callelongue and return via Les Goudes. The balcony trail guarantees superb sea views all along the route.Accessible by public transport.
Calanques from Marseille to Cassis - Stage 2
12.85 mi
+3,140 ft
-3,514 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
From Luminy to Cassis via the Devenson Cliffs.
Panoramic hike passing through the most beautiful eastern calanques of Marseille: Sugiton, En-Vau and Port-Pin.
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.
Calanques from Marseille to Cassis - Stage 1
10.18 mi
+2,769 ft
-2,346 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
From Callelongue to Luminy. Coastal hike passing through the most beautiful western calanques of Marseille, Marseilleveyre, Sormiou and La Triperie.
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.
Crossing the Calanques from Marseille to Cassis
23.16 mi
+5,942 ft
-5,860 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Cross the calanques in two days, arriving/departing from Luminy in between.
Pass under the Falaise des Toits and above the Falaises du Devenson and, among others, through the Calanques de Marseilleveyre, Sormiou, Sugiton, En-Vau and Port-Pin.
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 Great Calanques Crossing
15.06 mi
+4,111 ft
-4,104 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A very beautiful route, but demanding due to its distance and elevation gain. The scenery is extraordinary throughout the route.
We set off at 7.30 am from Callelongue and took 11.5 hours, including a 1-hour break during the day. Using the Visorando GPS app, I recorded 2,768 metres of elevation gain and 2,718 metres of elevation loss, which is significantly higher than stated in the description. You will need to leave a vehicle at the car park at Calanque de Port Miou upon arrival.
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.
In the heart of the Cirque des Pételins via the Vallon de la Fenêtre
8.48 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,881 ft
6h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The Cirque des Pételins is a sight of unparalleled beauty. It is a very little-used trail in the Calanques National Park of Marseille. A superb but demanding hike requiring sure-footedness, good physical fitness and the ability to use a GPS effectively in certain places where the path is harder to find. This hike is not circular; it requires a shuttle service between the Logisson car park and the Col de la Gineste car park.
Please note: you are hiking in a national park; please respect the rules and avoid straying from the paths. Before setting off, please familiarise yourself with the regulations of the Calanques National Park: Calanques National Park Regulations
From Niolon Station to the Port of Carry-le-Rouet, Côte Bleue, the Calanques
8.15 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,752 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Rove (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This walk is straightforward in terms of the route; simply follow the blue markings. As for difficulty, there is nothing to report; avoid doing it in wet weather as the stones can be slippery, wear suitable footwear and you’re all set.
From Niolon to La Redonne via the customs officers' path
4.37 mi
+823 ft
-827 ft
2h 45
Difficult
Departure from Le Rove (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short, very classic hike in the rocky inlets north of Marseille harbour between the ports of Niolon and La Redonne.
From Niolon to l’Estaque
5.79 mi
+968 ft
-925 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Rove (Bouches-du-Rhône)
End of the Côte Bleue trail from Niolon, comprising the wild section in the Calanques and the suburban section along the RD568 to the Estaque district.
From La Treille to La Font de Mai
3.64 mi
+856 ft
-587 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The free Pays d'Aubagne et de l'Étoile bus network offers some unique routes. For example, line 10 (Aubagne Station – La Treille) will drop you off at La Treille, just a stone’s throw from Marcel Pagnol’s grave. You can then head into the hills where he filmed his movies. You will then pass through the magnificent Font de Mai estate. Afterwards, you can return to Aubagne on bus route 14 (Éoures – Aubagne Station). Please note that these buses do not run on Sundays.