How long does it take to hike the Calanques in Cassis?

roughly two hoursCalanque d'En Vau. Hiking to Calanque d'En Vau takes roughly two hours from Cassis Harbour, or alternatively I strongly suggest you begin at Port Miou.

How long is the hike to calanque d en Vau?

around 2.5-3.5 hours

How long does the hike to Calanque d'en Vau take? The whole hike from Calanque Port Miou to Calanque d'en Vau and back will take around 2.5-3.5 hours depending on your level of fitness and which route you take.

Are the calanques worth visiting?

The cliffs of the Calanques are a natural wonder nestled between Marseille and Cassis. This unique and breathtaking scenery is an absolute must-see in Marseille! With pebble and fine sandy beaches, and miniature fjords with turquoise waters, this biodiverse jewel looks just like a postcard!

How long does it take to hike the calanques?

The National Park of Calanques is itself a paradise for experienced hikers. It's terrain makes that a hike of 4km can take even more than 2 hours due to the difficulty of the path, elevation gained and the exposed areas.

How do I get to calanques in Cassis?

To get to the Calanques from Cassis, you can walk directly from the village to the first calanque, Port Miou. Or you can drive to Parking de la Presqu'île and start the hike from there.

Can you swim in Calanques National Park?

Swimming spots in the Calanques are difficult to reach, and there are no amenities such as toilets, showers, refreshment stands, and waste bins. They are also often crowded. If your preferred activity is swimming, try the urban beaches in Marseille, Cassis, and La Ciotat. They are much more accessible.

Are there jellyfish in Cassis?

L'observatoire des méduses de Méditerranée reported that jellyfish have been spotted between Cassis and Ramatuelle, while Var Matin said on Monday that several people have been stung on the beaches of Six-Fours, especially at Charmettes du Cros and Coudoulière.

Can you swim in Calanques?

Swimming spots in the Calanques are difficult to reach, and there are no amenities such as toilets, showers, refreshment stands, and waste bins. They are also often crowded. If your preferred activity is swimming, try the urban beaches in Marseille, Cassis, and La Ciotat. They are much more accessible.

Is Cassis worth a visit?

What makes Cassis worth a visit? Cassis benefits from a privileged location among some of the Mediterranean's finest geographical offerings. Sheltered by the Calanques National park on one side, and the mighty Cap Canaille on the other, its beauty has been protected by the limited opportunities for expansion.

Is Cassis walkable?

Once you arrive in Cassis, no car will be necessary because the town is very walkable and easy to get around!

What do you wear to Calanques?

Check weather conditions. Wear suitable shoes. Take a hat, sunglasses, and sun protection. Take 1.5 litres of water per person and per half-day, and enough food.

What months are jellyfish most active?

Swimmers in August and September generally suffer the most jellyfish stings, but the warmer the water the more likely jellyfish will occur. The summer of 2010 had an early jellyfish due to the extreme temperatures that summer which raised the water temperature.

What time of year do jellyfish come to shore?

Generally speaking, many seacoasts have jellyfish of one kind or another along them any time of year. In the U.S. and many other places, jellyfish stings are more common in the summer, but that's mainly simply because more people are in the water then.

How do you get around Calanques?

They are accessible by car, served by car parks, and / or public transport (metro and bus). Then you will only have to walk on a protected path. For safety reasons, and avoid fires road access to the coast and calanques will be restricted and even closed during the summer.

Are there sandy beaches in Cassis?

Plage de la Grand Mer, Cassis beach

There is one public beach in the town, but it is very crowded and not that exciting. To the west side of the harbour, there is Plage de la Grande Mer, which is a curving sandy beach located beneath the castle. This is a big sandy beach which is perfect for families.

How many days do you need in Cassis?

2 days

The village of Cassis can be experienced in a day. But to truly appreciate all it has to offer, I'd recommend a minimum of 2 days in Cassis. Add this on to your Southern France itinerary, rather than making it your primary base though, as it's not ideally located for making day trips throughout the region.