Sugiton Calanque: Reservations Are Once Again Required for Access This Summer
This summer of 2026, Sugiton Calanque will once again be accessible by reservation and upon presentation of a pass....
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The most beautiful beaches and calanques for swimming and enjoying sunny days in Marseille and the surrounding area
Aaaah, Marseille—its sunshine, blue skies, and sea! Between heat waves and scorching days, we’re so happy to be able to count on these wonderful places to swim in our beloved Marseille!...
The Valensole Plateau is about to transform into a sea of purple: all our tips for enjoying the lavender fields this summer
A marvel of Provence, the lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau attract thousands of visitors. But when is the best time to go? We’ve got the answer....
Just 1.5 hours from Marseille, this abbey, over 800 years old, is nestled amidst a spectacular sea of lavender
A 12th-century Provençal treasure enhanced by lavender fields in a secluded valley, creating a surprising postcard-perfect setting....
An oasis just 2 hours from Marseille: this nature reserve is a true oasis of coolness with spectacular waterfalls, turquoise waters, and troglodyte caves
At the entrance to the Gorges du Verdon, this nature reserve reveals a spectacular landscape shaped by water, rock, and centuries of history....
Less than 2 hours from Marseille, this medieval village is home to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the South of France, standing 42 meters high with turquoise pools
A Provençal village nestled in lush greenery, whose waterfall offers a welcome moment of cool refreshment on sunny days....
A taste of the Caribbean just 2 hours from Marseille: this 2,200-hectare turquoise lake is the perfect destination for a summer spent between paradise-like beaches and medieval villages
In the heart of the Verdon Regional Nature Park, this turquoise-watered lake is the perfect destination combining nature and heritage, less than 2 hours from Marseille....
Just an hour from Marseille, this ancient troglodytic village offers a unique walk through the heart of the rock, featuring panoramic views of the Alpilles and the ruins of a medieval castle
A historic site home to over 100 medieval caves and engravings depicting astrological signs, offering a unique outing for the whole family....
Less than 1.5 hours from Marseille, this poppy field is the most photogenic in Provence, with the ruins of a thousand-year-old castle as a backdrop
Discover a panorama as spectacular as it is photogenic, with an 11th-century castle overlooking a sea of poppies....
The most beautiful parks and gardens in Marseille and the surrounding area for a lovely stroll in nature
Marseille is full of magnificent parks and gardens open to the public. These little corners of nature are ideal for a family stroll....