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Sémaphore du Bec de l'Aigle walks
Semaphore, viewpoint and Cap Canaille Arch
Visorando Member
2.87 mi
+623 ft
-627 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike will take you to the ridges of Cap Canaille, at the top of the Soubeyranes Cliffs.
Admire the magnificent landscape stretching from the Riou Archipelago in the west to the Embiez Archipelago in the east, and beautiful viewpoints over the Calanques and La Ciotat.
GPS is strongly recommended.
The Tour of the Soubeyran Massif
Association / Club / Walk leader
14.00 mi
+3,274 ft
-3,284 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This long hike will take you around the Tour du Massif Soubeyran, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and the D559 road linking Cassis to La Ciotat. For a good half of the route, you will follow the ridge line between Pas de Bellefille and La Ciotat. This balcony section offers breathtaking views of the Toulon-Marseille arc throughout the route. You will complete the route in a circular fashion with a tour of the valleys overlooking La Ciotat.
GPS is highly recommended!
Soubeyranes Cliffs
10.95 mi
+3,159 ft
-3,153 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A hike in two distinct parts, each requiring a different level of effort. The first involves crossing the Falaises Soubeyranes, France’s highest sea cliffs. There are numerous exceptional viewpoints, though they are unsecured and therefore require caution. The second section passes through the Grande Tête, the Dent du Loup and the Bau Rous, in a wilder environment with far fewer visitors. A long stretch without signposting, along little-used paths, will require careful attention to avoid missing the various, sometimes tricky, changes of direction. However, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of La Ciotat Bay and its iconic rock, the famous Bec de l’Aigle.
GPS strongly recommended!
Walks near Sémaphore du Bec de l'Aigle
From Cassis to La Ciotat via the ridge trail
6.48 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,706 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The walk connects two charming towns via the ridge path on top of the Falaises Soubeyranes. Magnificent views along much of the route.
GPS strongly recommended.
Crossing the Calanques National Park from Cassis to Marseille
18.12 mi
+5,659 ft
-5,633 ft
8 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Experienced hikers, this route is for you! With many beautiful and challenging sections, some of which are dizzying, you will cross the Calanques National Park from east to west, from Cassis to Marseille. Enjoy superb views: Cap Canaille, then the many calanques, including the green/blue Sugiton calanque. The small ports of Callelongue and Les Goudes welcome you before the difficult climb up the Col de Béouveyre after many kilometres.
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
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.
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.
Not the ‘Demi-Lune’ route starting from Montredon
3.70 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,670 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
An easy walk through the Calanques of Marseille, offering views of both the city and the Calanques National Park. You can return by bus, enjoying lovely views of Les Goudes.
For those who do not wish to follow the suggested route, alternative routes are provided in the description.
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.
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.
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.
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.