After the success of the first version of the app, the Calanques National Park has just released a significant update. In this V2, pronounced "vé deux", there are new hiking trails, an English translation, and many other features. Let's introduce you to this essential app for all Marseille residents.
« VISIT, DISCOVER, PARTICIPATE ! »
"Mes Calanques" is an app launched on May 22, 2019, on the occasion of World Biodiversity Day. It helps you better understand the natural heritage of the Calanques to participate in its preservation. It's a tool designed for both beginners and more experienced individuals to enhance your outings in the Calanques. The main benefit of the app is centralizing real-time, geolocated practical information. You can check if the massifs and roads are open or closed and find out what activities are permitted under current conditions for sports enthusiasts. Hikers can geo-locate themselves on trails to ensure they never get lost, with numerous hiking routes also available.
Discover remarkable wildlife and flora through a mini-encyclopedia during your explorations. It's an interactive experience as well, with a 'participate' button enabling you to send feedback to improve the park's operations or simply ask questions. You can also report dangers or malfunctions, turning a simple visit into a civic and eco-friendly act!
A New Version Full of Surprises !
Following the success of the first version, with over 31,000 downloads and 500 messages sent! This update was eagerly awaited by both locals and visitors to the Massif. Here are the new features:
- 16 new hikes covering the entire National Park territory (from Ratonneau Island to the cliffs of Devenson, Calanque d'En-Vau, Sugiton, and more). Each hike includes detailed descriptions, points of interest, and routes.
- Enhanced hike tracking display, now matching the color of on-site markers.
- Full translation of all app content into English.
- New wildlife and flora fact sheets.
- Real-time updates to stay informed about the opening and closing of the Route des Crêtes.
- Forms to declare private boat rentals, ideal for exploring the calanques by boat.
You now have everything you need to embark on discovering the Calanques. Visit our page to plan your excursions.
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