Frioul Archipelago
Archipel du Frioul
Four limestone islands off Marseille's harbor, ringed by white rocky shores and small clear coves. Hike and swim, with a harbor restaurant on hand: it is Marseille residents' weekend island escape.
The Frioul Archipelago consists of Pomègues, Ratonneau, If and Tibulle islands. Pomègues and Ratonneau are linked by a causeway, and restaurants and cafés line the harbor between them. The islands are nearly treeless. Trails lead to the former Caroline Hospital (a 19th-century quarantine hospital) and to many small coves with transparent water for swimming and snorkeling. Ferries leave from the Old Port and take about 30 minutes; a combined ticket with Château d'If costs about €15–20. There is little shade on the islands, so bring plenty of sunscreen and water.
Opening hours
Ferries operate during the day
Nearby sights
- Château d'If
- Vallon des Auffes
- MuCEM & Fort Saint-Jean
- Corniche Kennedy
- Cosquer Méditerranée
- Abbey of Saint-Victor
- Marseille Cathedral (La Major)
- Notre-Dame de la Garde