Day 1: Calanques Highlights
Exploring Calanques
Begin your day at Calanques early to beat the crowds and catch the best light. The area is most atmospheric in the morning when the air is cool and the landscape catches the first golden rays. Take time to explore the main highlights and capture photographs in the soft morning light. This is the most rewarding time to visit.
Deeper Exploration
Spend the afternoon exploring further afield. Follow the trails deeper into the landscape for more secluded viewpoints and quieter corners. Grab lunch at a local eatery for authentic flavours and budget-friendly prices.
Out Before Dark
Hike back to the trailhead well before sunset — the Calanques trails are steep, rocky, and completely unlit after dark. Once out of the park, drive or bus into Cassis for a harbourside seafood dinner, or head back to Marseille for a wider choice of restaurants. Fresh-caught sea bream and a glass of Cassis white wine on the port is the perfect way to end a day in the calanques.
