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On Chemin du Garlaban, park in the angled parking spaces after the Allauch cemetery.
(S/E) Next to the Boule de Craie
cultural association, take the tarmac path that climbs towards Notre-Dame du Château, indicated by a sign. Visit the site and admire the view over the village of Allauch and the city of Marseille in the background. Pass to the right of the chapel and climb a few steps to reach a platform. The path then descends towards the north-east to arrive at an open area and a crossroads.
(1) Continue straight ahead, heading northeast, then east, following the yellow markings. The path climbs steadily under the trees to reach the ruins of the Sainte Croix Chapel, where only a few stones remain (please respect this ruin, which is private property). Admire the view of Allauch, Marseille and the beginning of the Côte Bleue. The path levels out and then descends slightly before reaching a right-hand bend.
(2) Turn right, following the yellow markings. Be careful, as the descent is steep and rocky. The path winds its way down to a crossroads.
(3) Turn right onto the path, heading west, then join a wide track and turn right. At a fire station, the path narrows considerably and descends through the forest. Be careful of rocks, which can sometimes be wet and slippery. Return to the junction from the outward journey.
(1) Continue straight ahead, heading north-west. You will arrive at the Garlaban path. Turn left and head back to the car park (S/E).
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