Massif des Calanques, Marseille

Name: Massif des Calanques
Address: Marseille, France

#47 among attractions in Marseille

Rock, Nature, Natural attraction

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The Massif des Calanques is a wild and rugged terrain stretching from the ninth arrondissement of Marseille to the east towards Cassis, spanning 20 km in length and 4 km in width along the coast. Its highest peak is Mont Puget at 565m. The area has been protected by a national park since 2012. ()

Local name: Calanques Coordinates: 43°13'0"N, 5°25'60"E

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9éme Arrondissement (Les Baumettes)Marseille France

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Day trips

Massif des Calanques – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stade Vélodrome, Cosquer Cave, Plages du Prado, Parc Borély.

4.1 miNW
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Stade Vélodrome, Marseille
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1.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cosquer Cave, Calanques National Park
32 min walk • The Cosquer Cave is located in the Calanque de Morgiou in Marseille, France, near Cap Morgiou. The entrance to the cave is located 37 m underwater, due to the Holocene sea level rise. The cave contains various prehistoric rock art engravings.
4.3 miNW
Popular beaches for swimming
Plages du Prado, Marseille
110 min walk • Nestled along the sun-kissed coastline of Marseille, the Plages du Prado form a picturesque stretch of beach that has become a beloved destination for both locals and tourists alike. This urban beachfront was developed in the late 1970s and has since evolved into a...
4 miNW
Manicured 18th-century gardens and park
Parc Borély, Marseille
101 min walk • Parc Borély, a verdant oasis nestled in the bustling city of Marseille, France, stands as a testament to the beauty and tranquility of nature amidst urban life. This picturesque park, spanning over 17 hectares, is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offering a...
1 miNE
Park
CIRM, Marseille
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3.2 miW
Forts and castles, Museum
Château Pastré, Marseille
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3.8 miNW
Museum, Golf, Outdoor activities
Château Borély, Marseille
98 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marseille, France, Château Borély stands as an emblem of elegance and cultural heritage. This exquisite 18th-century mansion, now repurposed as a museum, offers visitors a glimpse into the opulence of French aristocracy and the rich history of...
2.5 miNW
Church
Église Saint Roch, Marseille
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3.2 miW
Museum
Musée de la Faïence de Marseille, Marseille
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1.3 miE
Limestone mountain with ocean views
Mont Puget, Calanques National Park
34 min walk • Mont Puget is a mountain, part of Marseille-Cassis calanques, located south-east of Marseille. Like most Marseille mountains, it is formed from limestone.
3.6 miNW
Park, Garden, Vernacular architecture
Jardin de la Magalone, Marseille
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