The tour will introduce you to an unsuspected angle of Marseille. Stairs and crossings will make you discover a secret Marseille. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city center, the route will take you to the sumptuous villas of the Anse de Malmousque.
Hike Info
- Distance: 5.11 kilometers
- Difficulty:
- Duration: 43 minutes to 1 hours
Points of Interest
Results ordered alphabetically
Malmousque
The Malmousque district is a real treasure for swimming enthusiasts. Many coves and small calanques can be found around.
Notre Dame de la Garde
The Bonne Mère is known all over the world. It sits atop the Phocaean city and continues to attract visitors and pilgrims from all over the world.
The Monument aux Morts de l'Armée d'Orient
On the Corniche you can't miss this majestic monument. A must for all visitors travelling to the Vallon des Auffes or Malmousque.
The Vallon des Auffes
Don't miss the beauty of this traditional fishing port and let yourself be tempted by one of its restaurants.
A panoramic view
The Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, symbol of the Phocaean City, will give you a 360° panorama of Marseille. You will even be able to plan the itinerary of your walk with your fingertips. The interior of the Basilica is also worth a look! You will be impressed by the many paintings and interior ornaments. Once the visit is over, go down to the Vallon des Auffes, a small Provençal port, perfect to relax and recharge your batteries. If the sight from la Bonne Mère was not enough for you, then go and see the horizon through the Porte d'Orient.
Route from Notre Dame de la Garde to Manousque
Then follow the coastline through the coves of Maldormé and La Fausse Monnaie. You can then take a break from the tide gauge. You can then teach your fellow walker that the "tide gauge was installed in 1885 in Calvo Cove on the Kennedy cornice. It was used to measure sea level 0 and igitur, it was used to know the reference level of all marine and topographic maps. Once in Malmousque, why not put your towel on the rocks to enjoy the view of the Friuli islands. Soak up the view, take a deep breath of sea air and then attack the last portion, the one that will take you back to the Basilica.
If you are too tired, simply walk along the Corniche to the Old Port.
