The 13 most beautiful hikes to do in the Parc National des Calanques

Do you stay in Marseille and want to discover the Calanques National Park? In this article, you will find the best hikes in the area!

Covering the calanques of Marseille in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, the national park of the Calanques is the first European park both terrestrial and marine. It contains exceptional landscapes, formed by limestone cliffs and coves that plunge into the intense blue of the Mediterranean.

But what are the best paths to be carried by these light shades and these intoxicating odours of iodine and garrigue? Without further delay, here are the most beautiful hikes to be made in the National Park of the Calanques!

1. La calanque de Sugiton

It is not for nothing that this hike in the Calanques National Park is so popular. Located close to the south of Marseille, it offers incredible views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Sugiton calanque and the Torpilleur islet.

A true wonder, which remains accessible to beginner hikers and even offers the luxury of swimming!

Note that the end of the course still includes steep passages, which can impress those who suffer from vertigo.

2. Layers of Port-Miou, Port Pin and En-Vau

See you at Cassis to start this pretty trail in loop, very frequented in high season. You then cross the cliffs of En-Vau and the small port of Cap Canaille, which houses vestiges of limestone quarries. The panorama is splendid!

The trail does not have much difficulty, so you can take it with your family. However, some descents are a little steep! So get good walking shoes, and especially what to drink!

3. The tip of Belvedere

This pretty hike in the Calanques National Park is accessible to the whole family. And yet, she's training you up in the park! Once on the Belvedere, you enjoy a breathtaking view of all the surroundings.

Think about how to climb and take water to get into this back-to-back path.

4. The tower of Mount Puget and the needle of Sugiton

This hike in the Calanques National Park is reserved for experienced hikers who are not afraid to climb over the void. Some sections are indeed very impressive!

To start this hike, go to Luminy campus. You then take the path of the Centaure and the path of the Thirteen Contours to turn the Puget Mountain, the highest peak of the Calanques Mountain.

Then you cross the Toits cliff and the Sugiton calanque... Breathe!

5. The collar and the squid of Sormiou

Want to discover Sormiou's calanque? So start on this hike in the Calanques National Park. It offers exceptional views on the coast.

All around, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the small restaurants, beaches and fishermen’s cabanons that fill the calanque. A real time of escape awaits you!

6. Le circuit de la calanque de Marseilleveyre

If you are looking for a hike that offers a moderate challenge, then start in this looped path. At the start of the port of Callelongue, you cross different collars before joining the splendid calanque of Marseilleveyre. It offers a privileged view of the Riou archipelago.

Here you can stroll on the beach before you go back on your steps through the Douaniers Trail.

7. The meadow of the Evade, the Sormiou sofa and the Redon Cape

This hike in the Calanques National Park is placed under the sign of farniente. It takes you to the meadow of the Evade, to the Sormiou sofa and finally to Cape Redon, with in the background the Mediterranean.

Some passages are a little technical and the sun slaps hard... Do not forget to plan good hiking shoes and what to desalter you.

8. The Devenson cliff loop

The Devenson cliff loop starts at the Gardiole pass, then winds the Devenson cliffs. With their 200 meters high, they dominate the Mediterranean. They offer a breathtaking panorama on the calanques, Cape Canailles, the Riou archipelago... And even Alps Clearly!

This hike in the Calanques National Park is reserved for trained and well-equipped hikers.

9. The Point of En-Vau

This hike in the Calanques National Park allows you to enjoy beautiful views, without encountering major difficulties. Even families with children can risk it!

It trains you on the pretty tip of En-Vau, which runs along the most beautiful calanques of Provence. The views are beautiful. It's a real mess!

10. The Bear Valley, Cape Sugiton and the Blue Cave

This hike in the Calanques National Park is a pleasure for the eyes. It makes you cross landscapes of white rock, green garrigue and turquoise sea... A color kaleidoscope!

The difficulty of this looped path is moderate. However, we recommend that you plan your course in advance. It is sometimes difficult to spot and the internet network is missing on certain sections...

11. La calanque d’En-Vau depuis l’avenue des Calanques

This hike in the Calanques National Park is one of the most classic Bouches-du-Rhône. Get ready to cross the world! You will follow the calanques of Port-Miou, Port-Pin and En-Vau, enjoying a superb panorama on the site.

Without being discouraged, the difficulty is at the rendezvous. A few beaches take the course: welcome opportunities to refresh.

12. The Goudes, the Selle pass and the Brès pass

This superb circuit allows you to take even more height than previous randos. The beaches are farther away, but you enjoy an exceptional view of the cliffs and the coastline. However, some passages are technical. Reserve for experienced walkers!

13. The Selle wood and the Three Gancets valley

This hike in the Calanques National Park offers a beautiful variety. You will cross both forests and caves or coastal views. It is also an opportunity to observe the fauna and flora typically Mediterranean.

Some pentus and cailluses are to be noted. On the other hand, much of the trail is shaded. Ideal for summer days!