Parks and Viewpoints
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.
A Town Hall Square
The square holds a lively flower market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Come here to take in the atmosphere.
B Pic des Mouches
Highest summit of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, reaching an altitude of 1,011 meters.
Col de Portes
Mountain pass located at 631 meters between the Sainte-Victoire and Concors massifs.
Le Géant
Viewpoint located in the Massif de l'Étoile overlooking the Marseille basin.
Point de Vue de Pergine
Panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Bimont dam and the Sainte-Victoire mountain.
La Brèche des Moines
A narrow pass on the ridge of Sainte-Victoire near the Priory, offering views of the north and south slopes.
Vigie
Fire lookout station providing views over the Étang de Berre and the surrounding plains.
Vue sur la haute vallée de l'Arc
Overlook on the southern flank of Sainte-Victoire facing the upper Arc River valley.
Vue sur la haute vallée de l'Arc
Secondary viewpoint on the Sainte-Victoire ridge overlooking the upper Arc valley.
Table d'orientation
Orientation table located near Venelles, identifying peaks of the Luberon and the Alps.
Point de vue sur le village et le chateau
Overlook providing a direct view of the village of Vauvenargues and its 14th-century castle.
Saint-Jean du Puy
Site of an ancient chapel and hermitage at 658 meters, offering views of the Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire massifs.
Rocher de Chateau Virant
Limestone outcrop overlooking vineyards and an olive oil mill, with views extending to the Étang de Berre.
Table d'orientation
Orientation table at the top of the Cengle plateau, detailing the geography of the Arc valley.
Mont Olympe
Limestone massif in the eastern part of the Bouches-du-Rhône, reaching an elevation of 810 meters.
Montagne des Ubacs
Mountain ridge north of the Sainte-Victoire massif, part of the Grand Site Sainte-Victoire.
Colet Redon
Rounded peak within the Sainte-Victoire mountain range.
La Petite Etoile
Peak in the Massif de l'Étoile north of Marseille, reaching 596 meters.
L'Étoile
Highest point of the Massif de l'Étoile at 779 meters, featuring telecommunication towers.
Croix de Provence
Monumental 19-meter cross erected in 1875 on a western peak of the Sainte-Victoire mountain.
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