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Le Manoir de Gémenos

Gemenos

Le Manoir de Gémenos

Charming bed and breakfast and Gîte

PoolGarden / park

In the Saint-Pons valley, two air-conditioned rooms and a holiday rental for two occupy a 16th-century country house beside a stream. Individual décor and old stonework create an intimate atmosphere beneath tall trees. The village of Gémenos is close by, between the paths of the Sainte-Baume and the calanques of Cassis.

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Villages, landscapes and walks

Getaways around Marseille

Imagine a stay in Provence through the photographs and getaways of Vincent Flachaire.

Le Panier, a lively neighbourhood at the origins of Marseille

Le Panier, a lively neighbourhood at the origins of Marseille

Les Goudes, at Marseille’s edge and the gateway to the Calanques

Les Goudes, at Marseille’s edge and the gateway to the Calanques

Marseille, a Provençal city open to the Mediterranean

Founded by Greeks from Phocaea, Marseille today combines old districts, harbours and coastline. Choose your accommodation according to your visits: city centre, museums, sea or approaches to the Calanques.

A port looking out to the world

Maritime history is visible around the Old Port and La Joliette seafront. The Mucem, Fort Saint-Jean and nearby districts introduce Mediterranean exchanges and the port’s transformation.

A lively and cosmopolitan city

Explore central districts on foot or by public transport. Group stops according to their location:

  • Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, with a wide view over the city and the Mediterranean.
  • The Old Port, Marseille’s historic and lively heart.
  • La Canebière, the historic avenue linking the port with the city center.
  • Le Panier, Marseille’s oldest district, with narrow streets and sloping squares.
  • The Vallon des Auffes, a small fishing harbor set within the city.
  • L’Estaque, known for landscapes painted by the Impressionists.
  • La Joliette, a former port district transformed around the docks, the Mucem and the cultural spaces of the seafront.

Sea, islands and the Calanques

The coast offers outings separate from the centre: choose beaches, islands and Calanques approaches according to weather and access.

  • The beaches and the Prado, for enjoying the seafront.
  • The Calanques, a national park of limestone cliffs, coves and trails between Marseille and Cassis.
  • The Frioul islands and Château d’If, reached by boat from the Old Port.
  • The port of Les Goudes, at the southern edge of Marseille, at the gateway to the Calanques.

A stay between city, sea and Provence

Choose a district suited to your outings and transport. Trips to Cassis, the Côte Bleue or Aix-en-Provence can fill separate days according to journeys and access conditions.

What is the best time to stay in Marseille ?

Marseille can be visited all year round. Spring and autumn offer very pleasant temperatures for walking through the city, visiting the islands or discovering the Calanques. Summer is lively and sunny, ideal for beaches, evenings out and boat trips, with busier coastal areas.

Where to choose a bed and breakfast in Marseille ?

The center and the Old Port are convenient for sightseeing on foot. Areas near the seafront, Roucas-Blanc, Endoume or the Corniche are well suited to enjoying the Mediterranean atmosphere. The surroundings also offer quieter stays with easy access to Cassis, the Calanques, the Côte Bleue or Aix-en-Provence.

How should you plan visits in the town centre?

Group town-centre visits on foot and check museum and monument opening days. During festivals and major events, book the relevant visits in advance. If arriving by car, ask your host about parking.

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