Marseille boasts one of the largest rock climbing areas in France! Whether in Les Calanques overlooking the sea, or in the mountains of Sainte Baume, or Sainte Victoire, you will find the perfect rock climbing option for you!
Country Code
+33
Currency
Euro
Language
French
How to get there
You can travel by plane or train
Best time to visit
Year round, though springtime, between March and June, is the best season
Weather
With over 300 days of sunshine, and winter lows rounding 4°C, Marseille is privileged in terms of its climate
Located in Provence, Marseille, on the Mediterranean coastline is a top location for rock climbing. On the coast, the beautiful Calanques offer dolomite, limestone and carbonate strata to climb on while overlooking the gorgeous blue sea. To the east, the Sainte Baume mountains are another awe-inspiring option where you can also find Magadelene’s Grotto. And to the north, Mont Sainte Victoire is a limestone mountain ridge that inspires many a rock climber, so beautiful that it also inspired Paul Cezanne
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