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Exploring Marseille and the Calanques

With their enchanting white cliffs plunging into the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, the Calanques are a paradise where everyone can enjoy relaxing in nature and lazing in the sun, as well as the joys of outdoor sports: rock climbing, hiking, and scuba diving…. The Calanques are also a vast playground, protected by a national park. Setting out from Marseille, Cassis, or La Ciotat, treat yourself to a view of the Calanques from the sea to better discover their secrets! En-Vau, Sormiou, Marseilleveyre… Names that spark the imagination when you’re looking for a campground in the Bouches-du-Rhône!

Marseille’s constant bustle, its picturesque neighborhoods, and its majestic “Bonne Mère” statue will also let you enjoy plenty of cultural sights and immerse yourself in the charming traditions of the South! A trip to the islands will be the perfect way to round out your camping vacation near Marseille and the Calanques, offering you a unique view of the city as you set sail from the Old Port!

Nearby, Martigues, the Côte Bleue, and the Aix-en-Provence region are the perfect way to round out your stay in the Bouches-du-Rhône.

Our campgrounds near Marseille and the Calanques

The FRHPA campgrounds in the South Region, located around Marseille, offer convenient access to both Marseille and the Calanques National Park. Marseille’s tourist attractions are easily accessible, allowing you to alternate between cultural visits, seaside outings, and nature getaways. Book your campground, ideally located for easy access to downtown, the Old Port, or the Calanques! Enjoy a vacation packed with activities, alternating between city days and more rugged nature walks. For other spectacular natural landscapes in the region, the charms of Mediterranean Provence, Arles, and the Camargue are well worth a visit.


The iconic Marseille
Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, Old Port, Marseille
Iconic Marseille and its coves
Morgiou Cove
trails and spectacular viewpoints
Sugiton Cove

Iconic Marseille, with its coves, traditions, and heritage

Marseille is home to many iconic sites. The Old Port, a must-see, is the starting point for walks to the Panier district, Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, or the MuCEM. Further south, in the calanques of Sormiou, Morgiou, and Callelongue, you’ll find coves, hiking trails, and spectacular viewpoints. Marseille’s traditions are also reflected in the atmosphere of its markets, its cuisine, and the unique character of each neighborhood. This diversity makes Marseille a major tourist destination in the Région Sud. Heritage enthusiasts can extend their exploration to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and the Alpilles for a different perspective on Provençal history.

les temps forts de marseille
tournoi de tennis open treize provence
matchs de l olympique de marseille au velodrome

Highlights from Marseille

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Marseille offers a packed cultural calendar throughout the year. The Festival de Marseille, held in early summer, takes over various venues across the city with dance and theater performances. In October, L’Automne des Calanques showcases the national park through nature outings and activities. In February, the Open 13 Provence tennis tournament brings together the world’s top players at the Palais des Sports. And let’s not forget the legendary Olympique de Marseille matches at the Vélodrome!

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