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Parc national des Calanques hiking , Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Elevation gain

500 foots

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Why choose a trail at Parc national des Calanques?

The Calanques National Park is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, about 15 kilometers south of Marseille. It covers nearly 20,000 hectares and includes the calanques of Marseille, Cassis, La Ciotat and Bandol. These rock formations, which cut steeply into the Mediterranean Sea, were formed several million years ago by soil erosion.

The Calanques National Park is an ideal place for hiking and nature discovery. There is a very rich fauna and flora, including endemic species such as the oleander or the holm oak. The calanques also offer magnificent panoramas of the Mediterranean Sea.


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Rate & open hour

Access fee $ 0.00
Schedule

From sunrise to sunset

Coordinates
5.4313296
43.2181902

What are the coordinates and address ?

Parc national des Calanques
04 20 10 50 00
France

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Starting Point

The trailhead for the Calanques National Park is located in Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône.

Why visit Parc national des Calanques

The Calanques National Park is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, and is one of the most beautiful national parks in France. It consists of steep cliffs, coves and wild beaches, and is ideal for hiking and swimming.

Things not to be missed

The best activities to do near Parc national des Calanques are hiking, canoeing and diving. These activities allow you to discover the most beautiful landscapes of this national park and enjoy the nature there.

Activities not to miss near Parc national des Calanques in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur include hiking, kayaking and diving. Things not to miss include spectacular scenery, quaint villages and white sandy beaches.

Where to eat?

1. Restaurant L'Oustau de Baumanière in Les Baux-de-Provence

2. La Table du Marché restaurant in Aix-en-Provence

3. Restaurant La Maison Blanche in Cassis

4. Restaurant Le Petit Nice Passédat in Marseille

5. Restaurant Chez Fonfon in Marseille

Let’s Answer Your Questions - FAQ

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Is the place are families friendly?

No

Is there an information center / service center / reception?

No

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