Calanque de Sormiou
The largest calanque on Marseille's city side, with sandy beaches, a small fishing harbor and traditional wooden cabanons; swim, snorkel and dine at seafood restaurants.
Calanque de Sormiou is in Marseille's 9th arrondissement and is one of the few large calanques with a fine sand beach. The bay is dotted with the traditional weekend wooden cabanons of Marseille residents and has two restaurants; the water is clear and good for snorkeling. In peak season (roughly April to September), private cars are barred from the access road. You can take a bus to Baumettes and then walk down the hill for about an hour, or drive in if you have a reservation at one of the restaurants. On days of high wildfire risk in summer, access may be banned, so check before you set out.
Opening hours
Open all day (subject to traffic and wildfire closures)
Nearby sights
- Calanques National Park
- Cité Radieuse (Unité d'habitation)
- Stade Vélodrome
- Parc Borély & Prado Beaches
- Calanque d'En-Vau
- Corniche Kennedy
- Notre-Dame de la Garde
- Noailles & Marché des Capucins