If Marseille offers its fair share of beautiful beaches, the other beaches along the coast are equally impressive. Here is a small selection of the most beautiful beaches near Marseille that will leave you in awe.
Published on March 13, 2019 by Mathieu Potiron
While Marseille offers its share of beautiful beaches, the other beaches along the coast have nothing to be ashamed of.
Here is a small selection of the most beautiful beaches near Marseille that will leave you in awe.
This small beach is highly appreciated because, in addition to its turquoise water, it is secluded from the road by pine trees. You can access this small pebble beach via a staircase. However, please note that it can be very crowded during the summer months !
Plage du Four à Chaux is located to the west of the seaside resort.
D49 - Route de La Couronne, Sausset les Pins 13960 - Bouches-du-Rhône
The calanque of Figuerolles will transport you in just a few minutes. You can access it via a staircase of 90 steps that will lead you directly to a small cove. Its turquoise sea alongside the cliffs, will enchant you. This idyllic setting is also a perfect diving spot to observe the underwater world !
Calanque de Figuerolles is located a 5-minute walk from the Figuerolles parking lot.
Avenue Figuerolles13600 La Ciotat – Bouches-du-Rhône
Accessible via a trail that starts from the port of La Madrague, this beach is less crowded than Plage du Port and much more pleasant. The turquoise water and pebbles, surrounded by greenery, create a heavenly and peaceful setting.
Plage de la Redonne is located in the neighborhood of the port of La Madrague.
230 route de la Madrague Saint-Cyr-Sur-Mer 83270 – Var
The village of Ensuès-la-Redonne is one of the most typical in the region. It offers a small harbor and a pebble beach. The pebble beach provides clear and clean water. The path to access it starts from the parking lot at the Ensuès harbor and is quite easy to reach.
Plage de la Redonne is located 3 km from Marseille.
chemin de la DugueEnsuèes-la-Redonne 13820 – Bouches-du-Rhône
The Plage du Port, also known as Plage Fernandel is located near the harbor, following the sentier du Lézard (Lizard Trail) that allows you to discover the fauna and flora of the Côte Bleue. This beach was not always public. Fernandel had a villa built above the beach and accessed this small private beach through a staircase. Today, it belongs to the city, and its turquoise water allows snorkeling enthusiasts to explore the underwater world of the Côte Bleue.
Plage du Rouet divided into 3 parts
Rue BleueCarry-le-Rouet 13620 – Bouches-du-Rhône
Located at the foot of Cap Canaille, this pebble beach is not easily accessible, but it's worth it. With a magnificent landscape, a wild and less crowded beach, and clear, clean water… The Plage de l'Arène is not monitored, and the presence of rocks in the water can make swimming a bit challenging. However, with a mask and snorkel, you will forget about these small details while admiring the beauty of the underwater world.
Plage de l'Arène located at the foot of Cap Canaille
750 Avenue du Revestel Cassis 13260 – Bouches-du-Rhône
Separated from the Plage du Four à Chaux by a rocky point, this beach is quite wide and perfect for families with children. The water is very clear, clean, and shallow, and the beach is surrounded by pine trees, providing shaded areas perfect for a refreshing nap.
Plage de l'Arène located at the foot of Cap Canaille
750 Avenue du Revestel Cassis 13260 – Bouches-du-Rhône
For water sports enthusiasts, this pebble beach is the perfect spot. Located in the city center, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing, and more. Awarded the Blue Flag multiple times for its commitment to sustainable tourism development, it is a popular destination.
Plage de la Grande Mer, the largest beach in the city center
Promenade Aristide Briand Cassis 13260 – Bouches-du-Rhône
It is the largest beach on Porquerolles Island. Due to its slightly remote location from the village (about 3 km), it is less crowded than the other beaches on the island. You can enjoy the beauty of this beach, surrounded by pine trees, as well as the richness of its flora and marine fauna.
Plage Notre-Dame, voted the most beautiful beach in Europe
Piste du Cap-des-Mèdes Porquerolles 83400 – Var
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