Tripomatic
arrondissement of Aix-en-Provence

Parks and viewpoints in arrondissement of Aix-en-Provence

This collection highlights the diverse topography surrounding Aix-en-Provence, from the central Town Hall Square with its tri-weekly flower market to the rugged peaks of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire. It includes the Pic des Mouches, the range's highest point at 1,011 meters, and the iconic Croix de Provence. The list also features orientation tables and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Arc Valley, the Massif de l'Étoile, and the historic 14th-century castle in Vauvenargues.

Parks and Viewpoints — Map
Baptiste Rossi / Public domain
A

Town Hall Square

The square holds a lively flower market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Come here to take in the atmosphere.
Technob105 / CC BY-SA 4.0
B

Pic des Mouches

Highest summit of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, reaching an altitude of 1,011 meters.
C

Col de Portes

Mountain pass located at 631 meters between the Sainte-Victoire and Concors massifs.
D

Le Géant

Viewpoint located in the Massif de l'Étoile overlooking the Marseille basin.
E

Point de Vue de Pergine

Panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Bimont dam and the Sainte-Victoire mountain.
F

La Brèche des Moines

A narrow pass on the ridge of Sainte-Victoire near the Priory, offering views of the north and south slopes.
G

Vigie

Fire lookout station providing views over the Étang de Berre and the surrounding plains.
H

Vue sur la haute vallée de l'Arc

Overlook on the southern flank of Sainte-Victoire facing the upper Arc River valley.
I

Vue sur la haute vallée de l'Arc

Secondary viewpoint on the Sainte-Victoire ridge overlooking the upper Arc valley.
J

Table d'orientation

Orientation table located near Venelles, identifying peaks of the Luberon and the Alps.
K

Point de vue sur le village et le chateau

Overlook providing a direct view of the village of Vauvenargues and its 14th-century castle.
L

Saint-Jean du Puy

Site of an ancient chapel and hermitage at 658 meters, offering views of the Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire massifs.
M

Rocher de Chateau Virant

Limestone outcrop overlooking vineyards and an olive oil mill, with views extending to the Étang de Berre.
N

Table d'orientation

Orientation table at the top of the Cengle plateau, detailing the geography of the Arc valley.
O

Mont Olympe

Limestone massif in the eastern part of the Bouches-du-Rhône, reaching an elevation of 810 meters.
P

Montagne des Ubacs

Mountain ridge north of the Sainte-Victoire massif, part of the Grand Site Sainte-Victoire.
Q

Colet Redon

Rounded peak within the Sainte-Victoire mountain range.
R

La Petite Etoile

Peak in the Massif de l'Étoile north of Marseille, reaching 596 meters.
S

L'Étoile

Highest point of the Massif de l'Étoile at 779 meters, featuring telecommunication towers.
T

Croix de Provence

Monumental 19-meter cross erected in 1875 on a western peak of the Sainte-Victoire mountain.
Town Hall Square
Drive
Pic des Mouches
Walk
Col de Portes

Parks and Viewpoints – Add to Your Trip

Create a detailed travel itinerary with smart routing, time estimates, and everything you need for a perfect trip.

Start Planning
Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
3M+ downloads · 4.6 stars · 15 years of trip planning
QR code
Scan to download the app

Other Lists

arrondissement d'Aix-en-Provence Essentials Aix-en-Provence Heritage Trail Castles and Manor Houses Provence's Sacred Heritage Museums and Art Highlights