Climbing under the sun Calanques from Marseille to Cassis.
Certified climbing instructor Papick BRACCO (French National Diploma) offers a wide range of climbing trips in the Calanques between Marseille and Cassis, the world famous climber’s paradise in Mediterranean Provence. Discover beautiful sceneries, climb at your individual level and enjoy excellent limestone cliffs!
Bonnegrimpe.com is a nice tool to prepare your travel :
In the section “Calanques” you will find useful information on accommodation, transport and the park rules (the Calanques is a protected area). The section “Guide to the area” gives you an idea of the area’s climbing potential: information on how to get there, orientation, grades of climbing routes, a brief description of each area and some pictures. Last but not least, have a look at the section “Photos”: gorgeous pictures to make you dream of your next climbing holiday in the Calanques or even further away …
Calanques are a nice place for climbing in south of France :
The Calanques mountains are the largest concentration of sea cliffs accessible for climbing in the
Provence region. The area offers unique views on the Mediterranean Sea, a very mild climate even in
winter and a fantastic choice of equipped cliffs with routes of all grades. Climbing in such perfect
conditions is an absolute pleasure, so don’t miss out!
Calanques National Park created in 2012 in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is
renowned for its beautiful landscapes and exceptional biodiversity. Visiting the Calanques Park is a
great way to experience the joys of climbing perfect cliffs and swimming just after in crystal clear
waters!