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The Calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau from Cassis
Visorando Member 
8.25 mi
+2,290 ft
-2,300 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The beauty of the cliffs overlooking the sea.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply could result in a fine of up to €1,500.
The Port Miou car park is no longer accessible, see reviews
The Alpilles ridge
Visorando Member 
9.62 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,716 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Nice walk between the wild and steep ridge of the Alpilles and the plains of Romanin.
Le Rocher des Deux Trous (The Rock with Two Holes)
Association / Club / Walk leader 
4.30 mi
+827 ft
-804 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
At the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Reserve, a small easy hike on good paths. The route takes you to the picturesque Rock with Two Holes painted by Van Gogh during his stay in Saint-Paul de Mausole from May 1889 to May 1890. It offers vast panoramic views over the two slopes of the Alpilles. To the south, in clear weather the view stretches to the Mediterranean, to the north over the Montagnette, the Gard, the Mont Ventoux, etc.
The Canal de Marseille and Aqueduc de Roquefavour
Visorando Member 
7.50 mi
+525 ft
-531 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ventabren (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Leaving from Ventabren, a walk in the surrounding hills and then along the Canal de Marseille and ending at the Aqueduc de Roquefavour.
Cézanne’s windmill and the Zola dam
Visorando Member 
4.31 mi
+994 ft
-974 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A lovely walk which includes a chance to see Cézanne’s Windmill, to discover the ancient ruins of the Roman aqueduct and its waterfall and the Zola dam. In the distance you can see Mont Sainte-Victoire.
Côte Bleue, La Redonne
Visorando Member 
7.86 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,565 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ensuès-la-Redonne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
To the west of Marseille, the Côte Bleue owes its name to the colour of the sea. The coastal path offers spectacular views of quiet little ports, sunny creeks and secluded beaches. In the distance, Marseille... and above all, the Mediterranean Sea.
The Caderaou Balcony (le balcon de Caderaou)
Visorando Member 
7.57 mi
+837 ft
-814 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A hike along the balcony with superb views of the Etang de Berre (a small inland sea called Lake Berre).
Rocher des Deux Trous, Mont Gaussier and Lac du Peirou via the ladders
Visorando Member 
5.16 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Pleasant walk in the Alpilles with magnificent panoramic views in places
La Ciotat and Cap Canaille
Visorando Member 
7.04 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,716 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A walk exploring the sights of Cap Canaille.
The cliffs and ridges above Mouriès
Visorando Member 
7.33 mi
+623 ft
-607 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mouriès (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A pretty hike in this area of the Alpilles to discover the white cliffs of "Caisses de Jean Jean", the "Caisses de Servanne," the Castellas ridges and its viewpoints, and a walk along Servanne golf course in Mouriès.
The Tour des Opies- the Eyguières Alpilles
Visorando Member 
9.95 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,348 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Eyguières (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Hiking in the Alpilles, starting from the Eyguières bullring.
A quiet start among olive trees and cicadas at the foot of the Opies.
You'll discover the old Romanière sheep pens.
The ascent starts on a beautiful path through the maquis and ends with a little climb to finish at the Tour de Guet where a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
You can also visit the vestiges of Villa Gallo Romaine.
Garlaban and the peak of Taoumé
Visorando Member 
7.96 mi
+2,201 ft
-2,195 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aubagne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Circuit following in Marcel Pagnol's footsteps, passing by the Baume du Plantier (Manon’s Cave) then reaching the legendary Garlaban. The return journey passes by the peak of Taoumé and Grosibou Cave and ending with the Vallon de Passe-Temps.
Bau Trauqua Mountain
Visorando Member 
4.42 mi
+820 ft
-820 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mimet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A loop around the Bau Trauqua mountain, part of the Chaîne de l'Etoile between Marseille and Aix-En-Provence. Hike along the ridge and enjoy the many magnificent views over the well-known massifs of Sainte Victoire, Garlaban and Sainte-Baume.
In spring, the scents are magnificent, not to mention the flora and fauna that awaken.
This hike starts off moderately difficult, then becomes a medium hike with some very fine views.
La Sainte-Victoire: Croix de Provence via the Pas des Moines and the Escalette
Visorando Member 
3.59 mi
+2,113 ft
-2,113 ft
3h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A hike that takes you up to the Sainte-Victoire priory and the Croix de Provence from the Plan d'En Chois car park.
Glanum and the Alpilles ridges
Visorando Member 
4.80 mi
+853 ft
-843 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
From the Antiques de Glanum site, a beautiful climb up the Saint-Clerg valley, which serves as a botanical trail, takes you to the ridges and back down to Lake Peirou (Peirou, on the IGN map).
From Niolon to La Redonne via the customs officers' path
Visorando Member 
4.37 mi
+823 ft
-827 ft
2h 45
Difficult
Departure from Le Rove (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short, very classic hike in the rocky inlets north of Marseille harbour between the ports of Niolon and La Redonne.
Tour of the Cengle plateau
Visorando Member 
9.55 mi
+938 ft
-938 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The tour of the Cengle plateau is an easy circular hike around the Cengle plateau, a veritable balcony offering splendid and unusual views of the Sainte-Victoire Mountain. You can also start from Beaurecueil (car park at the start of the path) or from the Bouquet car park on the CD 17 before Saint Antonin.
It should also be noted that this area is much less frequented than the rest of the Sainte Victoire massif.
Sainte-Victoire mountain through the Clapier gap
Visorando Member 
6.04 mi
+2,362 ft
-2,346 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A loop hike on the south side of Sainte-Victoire Montagne allowing access to the ridge via the Marbrière and the Brèche du Clapier (gap). The walk along the ridge towards the Croix de Provence offers splendid views. Descent via the Priory, the Pas du Berger and the Cézanne Shelter.
The Happy Valley of Orgon
Visorando Member 
6.70 mi
+604 ft
-600 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Orgon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A very pleasant short hike with views of the Durance valley, Mont Ventoux, the Luberon, etc. No particular difficulty.
Chapelle Saint-Gabriel - Les Alpilles
Visorando Member 
7.67 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,184 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Tarascon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Circuit in the far west of the Alpilles, starting from the Saint-Gabriel Chapel.
The Sugiton, Morgiou, Triperie, and Sormiou coves
Visorando Member 
8.37 mi
+2,201 ft
-2,201 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A walk with breathtaking views of four coves (calanques)
The Saint Sixtus chapel and the "Tête du Long Jean"
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.44 mi
+384 ft
-361 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Eygalières (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The route starts from a typical village of the Alpilles, takes you past a chapel famous for its beauty in a delightful setting, and continues round a hill with views of the north slope of the ridge and the plain of Mollégès. On the return leg, there is a superb view of the old village of Eygalières.
In the Alpilles
Visorando Member 
9.52 mi
+945 ft
-919 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Starting from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a beautiful walk along large, clearly-marked, shady trails. Beautiful viewpoints over the Alpilles, the village and the château des Baux-de-Provence.
The fragrant plants of the South and also pines and even cedars.
Sugiton and Morgiou Calanques
Visorando Member 
4.66 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,106 ft
3h 05
Difficult
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Visit the calanques of the Luminy estate in Marseille with exceptional panoramic views
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to €1,500.
(!) Moderator's note following a comment on 13 February 2026. See Practical Information.>Please be aware that this hike takes you along the "Sugiton chimney", a passage that is not particularly technical but is exposed and climbs (or descends, depending on the author's perspective) about ten metres, without ropes or chains, over polished rocks.
The Old Roquefort and Saint-André Chapel from the Grand Caune
Visorando Member 
7.12 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,217 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ceyreste (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This walk will surprise you with its views of all the main Provençal mountain ranges.Perched on a rocky outcrop at the foot of a cliff, you will discover the ruins of an old village abandoned in the 17th century, as well as a pretty stone chapel. A walk in the clouds.
Above the Infernets and Coutronne-les Encanaux ravines
Visorando Member 
8.11 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,886 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Auriol (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A splendid walk starting from the Encanaux, near Auriol, along the top of the Infernets and then the Coutronne ravines. At times along the cliffside ravines, similar to some sections of the Gorges du Verdon. From Lare Pass (Col de la Lare), you will have a magnificent view of the Sainte-Baume range and the Pic de Bertagne to the south and Sainte-Victoire Mountain, Mont Olympe and Mont Aurélien to the north.
The Calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau from Cassis
Visorando Member 
5.77 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,444 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike along the calanques will take your breath away.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to €1,500.
Sainte-Victoire la Croix de Provence
Visorando Member 
9.28 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,464 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Vauvenargues (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Sainte-Victoire is a highlight of Provence for hikers and climbers.
Before you start, make sure access to the massif is allowed because a regulation is applicable from 1 June to 30 September which and can limit access hours.
Little Camargue
Visorando Member 
3.12 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Chamas (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short walk in a protected area on the edge of the Étang de Berre and its industries. All the vegetation of the wetlands, birds galore.
Moderator's note Please note that part of this loop is closed between April and July. See notices.
The Soubeyranes Cliffs with return via the Dent du Chat from La Ciotat
Visorando Member 
5.92 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,322 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A fairly classic hike that allows us to admire the high cliffs of Cassis, the caves and the Dent du Chat with its amazing stone arch.
Boulbon and the Moulin Bonnet
Visorando Member 
4.10 mi
+449 ft
-446 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Boulbon (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Enjoy an easy stroll through the hills of Boulbon, passing by the Moulin Bonnet.
The Garlaban via the Grand Vallon
Visorando Member 
5.79 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,142 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Roquevaire (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A beautiful hike with cable and chain passages and magnificent 360° views from the top of the Garlaban.
Please note that a municipal by-law has prohibited descent via the Dansaires trail since 2010 due to rockfalls.
Le Gros Calan in the Alpilles
Visorando Member 
5.68 mi
+659 ft
-656 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Eygalières (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Short hike in the Alpilles, below Eygalières. Best done in autumn or winter.
Aureille: through the olive groves
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.64 mi
+308 ft
-302 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aureille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
In the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Park, this circuit crosses vast olive groves, runs alongside a canal and an old sandpit, and passes close to a Vaudoret oil mill.
Spectacular scenic views of Baux-de-Provence
Association / Club / Walk leader 
3.32 mi
+564 ft
-554 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Les Baux-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short hike around Baux-de-Provence, mostly on good trails. There is a short climb down a well-maintained rocky path. 360° views at the viewpoint (or what remains of it). The Baux cover "every angle" with many panoramic views. Return via the village with the option to pay it a visit.
Fontvieille and its history
Visorando Member 
7.86 mi
+436 ft
-433 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Fontvieille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Discover Fontvieille, famous for its Daudet mill, but also for the Roman ruins that dot the commune.
The Oppidum des Bringasses
Association / Club / Walk leader 
2.57 mi
+364 ft
-367 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Les Baux-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short circuit to discover a little-known fortified site above Les Baux-de-Provence with an unusual view of the village. The circuit starts with a path that takes you to a plateau above the quarries and ends with good tracks. It offers beautiful panoramic views of the south and east of the Alpilles.
The drystone shelters and the bee wall in Cornillon Confoux
Visorando Member 
4.63 mi
+138 ft
-131 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Cornillon-Confoux (Bouches-du-Rhône)
During this very easy walk on flat ground alternating between tracks and small roads, you can admire beautiful drystone shelters and a bee wall.
Drystone shelters are huts built from dry stones that served as temporary dwellings for farmers in Provence in the 19th century. The bee wall, or Apier, is an 18th-century dry stone wall, 60 metres long, with 56 niches (originally 200) where beekeepers used to shelter their straw hives from the mistral wind and bad weather.
Around Mont Puget from Col de la Gineste
Visorando Member 
6.88 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,611 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A magnificent sea and mountain hike in the Calanques National Park.
The Watchtower by the North Slope in Les Baux-de-Provence
Association / Club / Walk leader 
4.99 mi
+692 ft
-689 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Baux-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A circuit on the north slope of the Alpilles on good tracks nice, overlooking cross-shaded valleys and ridges that offer views on all sides of the Alpilles. The view goes far beyond this. The tour starts with a track which “keeps its cards close to its chest”. Apart from the return by the GR 6, you will meet few if any other people on this route that is far off the beaten track.
The Calanques of Port-Miou, Port-Pin and En-Vau
Visorando Member 
9.15 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A pleasant day-long hike through three calanques for experienced hikers. No major difficulties except for a slightly tricky descent towards the Calanque d'en-Vau.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to £1,000.
The oppidum of Saint-Blaise
Visorando Member 
4.36 mi
+105 ft
-118 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Stroll across the Castillon plateau to discover one of the Mediterranean's major archaeological sites and its surroundings, which include four ponds.
The Quatre Termes and Baume Brignolle
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.53 mi
+623 ft
-600 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A hike in the Alpilles along good paths. A varied landscape ranging from pine forest to Mediterranean scrubland with fine views over the hills and valleys.
Dam circuit at Le Tholonet
Visorando Member 
7.70 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,467 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A superb hike, best enjoyed in spring: the Zola and Bimont dams and the old Roman dam are magnificent.
Mont Gibaou, Baou Redon and the Grotte des Janots from Cassis
Association / Club / Walk leader 
3.97 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,211 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike from Cassis will take you to Mont Gibaou and Baou Redon between Cassis and Roquefort-La-Bédoule, following old orange markings in some places. These viewpoints offer a 360° view of the Calanques, the Etoile mountain range, the Garlaban, the Sainte-Baume massif, La Ciotat and the Gulf of Love, and the Bay of Cassis. You will descend through the Bois de la Marcouline and visit the Grotte des Janots, an ideal cave for exploring the underground world.
Tuny refuge via the Vallon des Seigneurs and the Vallon Saint-Clair
Visorando Member 
6.22 mi
+1,552 ft
-1,552 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This is a beautiful loop with a very steady climb through a picturesque valley, under tunnels of vegetation and magnificent suspended rocks. There are splendid views of the Huveaune valley, Géménos, Aubagne and Marseille. Next, pass by the very welcoming Tuny refuge and descend via the Vallon de Saint Clair, which also offers beautiful landscapes of steep rocks.
Around Les Baux-de-Provence
Visorando Member 
4.50 mi
+705 ft
-692 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Les Baux-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short route for visiting the magnificent village of Les Baux-de-Provence and its immediate surroundings.
The Hermitage of Saint-Jean du Puy from Kirbon
Visorando Member 
7.74 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,365 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Trets (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike leads to the Hermitage of Saint-Jean du Puy, an observatory overlooking the Arc Valley and facing the Sainte-Victoire Mountain. On the other side, to the south, is the village of Saint-Zacharie and the Sainte-Baume mountain range.
The site, which has become a favourite spot for hikers, consists of a refuge, a chapel, a shelter with gardens and a watchtower that serves as an observatory overlooking the valley.
Loop around the Pas de l'Étroit valley
Visorando Member 
6.07 mi
+951 ft
-935 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meyrargues (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Starting from Meyrargues, this hike offers superb views of the castle overlooking the village and the Durance valley. It takes you along the picturesque Pas de l'Étroit. The horizon is dominated in turn by the Luberon, Sainte-Victoire and finally the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps.
The Sainte-Victoire
Visorando Member 
11.33 mi
+2,989 ft
-3,002 ft
7h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Marc-Jaumegarde (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A beautiful hike up one of the highest mountains in the Provence: the magnificent Sainte-Victoire. Enjoy 360° views as far as the Alps and the Ventoux. The Priory alone is well worth the effort.
More walks in Bouches-du-Rhône
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- Aix-en-Provence
- Allauch
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- Beaurecueil
- Belcodène
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- Bouc-Bel-Air
- Boulbon
- Calanques of Marseille and Cassis
- Carry-le-Rouet
- Cassis
- Ceyreste
- Charleval
- Châteauneuf-les-Martigues
- Cornillon-Confoux
- Côte Bleue
- Cuges-les-Pins
- Éguilles
- Ensuès-la-Redonne
- Eygalières
- Eyguières
- Fontvieille
- Fos-sur-Mer
- Gardanne
- Gémenos
- Gignac-la-Nerthe
- Grans
- Gréasque
- Istres
- Jouques
- La Barben
- La Bouilladisse
- La Ciotat
- La Destrousse
- La Penne-sur-Huveaune
- La Roque-d'Anthéron
- Lamanon
- Lambesc
- Lançon-Provence
- Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
- Le Rove
- Le Tholonet
- Les Baux-de-Provence
- Les Pennes-Mirabeau
- Mallemort
- Marignane
- Marseille
- Martigues
- Maussane-les-Alpilles
- Meyrargues
- Meyreuil
- Mimet
- Miramas
- Mouriès
- Orgon
- Pélissanne
- Peynier
- Peypin
- Plan-de-Cuques
- Puyloubier
- Rognac
- Rognes
- Roquefort-la-Bédoule
- Roquevaire
- Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon
- Saint-Cannat
- Saint-Chamas
- Saint-Étienne-du-Grès
- Saint-Marc-Jaumegarde
- Saint-Martin-de-Crau
- Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts
- Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
- Saint-Savournin
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
- Salon-de-Provence
- Sausset-les-Pins
- Septèmes-les-Vallons
- Simiane-Collongue
- Tarascon
- Trets
- Vauvenargues
- Velaux
- Venelles
- Ventabren
- Vernègues
- Vitrolles (Bouches-du-Rhône)