Name: We went to this beach in mid-November and had a wonderful day with our dogs. The water was shallow enough for them to swim comfortably. However, it's important to note that during the summer or high season, dogs may not be allowed on the beach. On the downside, the beach and sea were quite dirty with plastic littered everywhere. Additionally, some visitors left behind their trash after having lunch or spending time with their children, including plastic, tissues, and even diapers.
Item: Prado Beaches
Rating: 6
Author: Lila the Wandering Pup

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Plage de St Coix

St Coix Beach

Sausset-les-Pins 3.2 km

Very good

8.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded

3.8 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Plage du Rouet

Rouet Beach

Carry-le-Rouet 1.8 km

Very good

8.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise water • Crowded in season

7.3 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Plages du Prado

Prado Beaches

Marseille 4.5 km

Very good

8.6

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

5 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Plage de l'Huveaune

Huveaune Beach

Marseille 4.1 km

Very good

8.6

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

4.5 Amenities index

For explorers

Calanque d'En-Vau

Calanque d'En-Vau beach

Vallon des Rampes 1.8 km

Very good

8.6

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Difficult access • Crowded in season • Mountain trail > 1km

0 Amenities index

Calanque de Sormiou

Vallon de la Reserve 4.4 km

Good

7.8

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Very crowded

2.7 Amenities index

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Popular types of Marseille beaches

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Marseille are Rouet Beach, Prado Beaches, Huveaune Beach.

What is there to do at Marseille beaches other than the obvious sunbathing and swimming? If you don't want your snorkel mask to go unused during your holiday, it is recommended to look in advance for information about what beach activities are available in the area. So, let's see what the beaches of locality have to offer! The most popular types of active recreation in the area are considered to be: snorkeling lovers, kayakers, sup boarders

The SUP board is the "sister" of surfing, born in Hawaii. Originally used on waves, this activity is now more commonly perceived as a relatively calm form of recreation, the popularity of which is growing day by day. On the nearby beaches of Marseille, this activity is very common. If you like discovering new interesting perspectives, then SUP is a great opportunity for this. In addition, SUP is always a great way to relax the body - isn't that wonderful? So, if you're ready, the best beach for SUP surfing in the city is Calanque d'En-Vau beach, Pointe Rouge III, Calanque de Mugel.

For those who love snorkeling, it's not always easy to find a good spot for this activity. At first glance, it may seem simple - just take a mask and explore the sea. However, it's not always possible to see something. In some places, there may be a small number of marine life, while in others the water quality might be poor.
In the case of the beaches located in Marseille, there's a good chance you won't be disappointed. The most popular beach in the area for snorkeling is St Coix Beach. Explore and go in search of unique marine life!

Sometimes the most interesting beaches are hidden and can only be accessed by water. It's not difficult if you're a skilled sea kayaker.
Among the beaches in the area, there are some that are well-suited for this activity. Here, you can not only go kayaking but also rent all the necessary equipment. The best place for kayaking in Marseille is this beach - Rouet Beach.

The area has classic beach activities such as volleyball and sometimes football. Not all beaches can offer the necessary equipment, but nevertheless, in the vicinity of Marseille, there are those that offer these activities. Here's one of them: Mammee Bay beach.

Most beautiful beaches of Marseille

Calanque d'En-Vau

Calanque d'En-Vau beach

8.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Vallon des Rampes 1.8 km

Calanque de Sormiou

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

France, Vallon de la Reserve 4.4 km

Calanque de l'Erevine

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Niolon 1.8 km

Calanque de Port Pin

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Vallon des Rampes 2.4 km

Calanque de Mugel

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown pebble

France, La Ciotat 1 km

Sauvage de Morgiou

6.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Vallon de la Reserve 2.4 km

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Quitest and lonely beaches in Marseille

Plage de la Lave

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

France, Nouvelle Cite Penarroya 1.1 km

Calanque des Tamaris

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

France, Sausset-les-Pins 2.4 km

Plage de l'Arene

5.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

France, Cassis 1 km

Plage de la cote bleue

5.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Les Figuieres Mejean et Vallon de Perussier 0.3 km

La Plageolle

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Gray sand & pebble

France, La Ciotat 1.8 km

Plage Crique

4.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

France, Sausset-les-Pins 1.9 km

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