Calanques Marseille-Cassis
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This is a magical, arid, geologically fascinating location. The calanques can be accessed from either Marseille (take bus to Luminy or to Les Baumettes and walk from there) or from Cassis. The hiking can be very challenging, or it can be quite managable if you take alternate routes. The hidden beaches are gems, particularly in May/June and Sept/Oct when there are few people. If you have stereotypical impressions of southern France, think again. This area is more like some of the Greek islands... very dry, dramatic, and beautiful. Kayaking and SCUBA diving in this area are also very, very good. Each bay of the Calanques has its own character, so it can be worthwhile to discover them all if you have the time to decide which one you like best. Some of them are downright difficult to access on foot, so taking a boat tour of the area is really not a bad idea - particularly if you are not able to handle hiking or if you have a fear of heights. Whatever you do: bring plenty of water!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 16 2007
The atmosphere was great and my kids really enjoyed it. The people there are really friendly and helpfull and it keeps you entertained all day!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 19 2005
when the weather is nice, the trip is very nice, very beautiful coast and impressive Calanques... the view is remarquable from the top of the Calanques.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Nov 25 2004
Guided Tours Of The Bay
Back to Calanques Marseille-Cassis
This is a magical, arid, geologically fascinating location. The calanques can be accessed from either Marseille (take bus to Luminy or to Les Baumettes and walk from there) or from Cassis. The hiking can be very challenging, or it can be quite managable if you take alternate routes. The hidden beaches are gems, particularly in May/June and Sept/Oct when there are few people. If you have stereotypical impressions of southern France, think again. This area is more like some of the Greek islands... very dry, dramatic, and beautiful. Kayaking and SCUBA diving in this area are also very, very good. Each bay of the Calanques has its own character, so it can be worthwhile to discover them all if you have the time to decide which one you like best. Some of them are downright difficult to access on foot, so taking a boat tour of the area is really not a bad idea - particularly if you are not able to handle hiking or if you have a fear of heights. Whatever you do: bring plenty of water!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 16 2007
The atmosphere was great and my kids really enjoyed it. The people there are really friendly and helpfull and it keeps you entertained all day!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 19 2005
when the weather is nice, the trip is very nice, very beautiful coast and impressive Calanques... the view is remarquable from the top of the Calanques.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Nov 25 2004
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