Canal de Marseille au Rhône, Martigues

Name: Canal de Marseille au Rhône
Address: Martigues, France

#2 among attractions in Martigues

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The Canal de Marseille au Rhône connects the Mediterranean Sea at Marseille to the Rhône at Arles. The section between Marignane and Marseille has been closed since the collapse of the Rove Tunnel in 1963. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°24'0"N, 5°3'0"E

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Martigues France

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Canal de Marseille au Rhône – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Magdalene Church, Étang de Berre, Fort de Bouc, Médiathèque Louis Aragon.

0.4 miNE
Church
St. Magdalene Church, Martigues
12 min walk • Sainte-Madeleine-de-l'Île Church is a Catholic church located in Martigues, France.
4.5 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Étang de Berre
115 min walk • The Étang de Berre is a lagoon on the Mediterranean coast of France, about 25 km north-west of Marseille.
3.2 miW
Forts and castles
Fort de Bouc, Port-de-Bouc
83 min walk • The lighthouse of the fort of Bouc is built on the tower of the fort of Bouc, located on the islet of Bouc, at the entrance of the canal of Caronte connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the pond of Berre, in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, in...
~1560 ftN
43°24'15"N • 5°3'4"E
Médiathèque Louis Aragon, Martigues
8 min walk • Library
5.7 miNW
Locality
Fos-sur-Mer
146 min walk • One of the most popular attractions in Fos-sur-Mer is the picturesque Plage de Fos-sur-Mer, a beautiful sandy beach that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. The crystal-clear waters and gentle sea breeze make it an ideal spot for relaxation...
5.6 miSE
Memorial
War Memorial, Sausset-les-Pins
142 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
7.1 miSE
Memorial
War Memorial, Carry-le-Rouet
181 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
4.1 miNW
Locality
Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts
104 min walk • For nature enthusiasts, Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The lagoon is a haven for birdlife, making it an ideal spot for birdwatchers to observe a variety of species in their natural habitat.
0.5 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Stade Francis Turcan, Martigues
13 min walk • Stade Francis Turcan is a multi-use stadium in Martigues, France. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of FC Martigues. The stadium is able to hold 11,500 people.