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Parc national des Calanques (cœur)

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Climbing in the Calanques

The Calanques National Park contains over 3,000 routes across white limestone cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean. This selection features iconic multi-pitch routes like the Arête de Marseille on the Grande Candelle and the remote, vertical walls of the Devenson. Climbers can find diverse terrain ranging from the overhanging Paroi de la Concave to the technical slabs of Luminy. Many sectors require hiking or rappelling for access, providing a mix of sport and traditional climbing in a protected maritime environment.

Climbing in the Calanques — Mapa
A

Sémaphore (Rockclimbing Wall)

Limestone wall near Callelongue offering sport climbing routes with views of the Riou Archipelago.
B

Ile Maïre

Uninhabited island featuring steep limestone cliffs accessible by boat, known for rugged terrain and sea-level traverses.
C

Arête de Marseille

Iconic multi-pitch route on the Grande Candelle, first climbed in 1927, known for its exposed ridge and panoramic views.
D

Falaises de Luminy

Extensive limestone cliffs near the university campus, offering a high density of sport climbing sectors and quick approach trails.
E

Falaises du Devenson

Remote, 200-meter high sea cliffs requiring rappels to access. Known for demanding multi-pitch routes and wild coastal scenery.
F

Paroi de la Concave

A massive, naturally overhanging limestone amphitheater famous for its steep, challenging multi-pitch lines.
G

Candelle

Also known as Grande Candelle, this is the highest point in the Calanques massif, offering classic long routes and the Candelon pillar.
H

La Cathédrale

Distinctive limestone formation near the Grande Candelle featuring vertical pillars and technical face climbing.
I

Face ouest du Rocher Saint-Michel

West-facing cliff overlooking the Marseilleveyre massif, offering a variety of sport routes and technical slabs.
J

Baou Rouge

Coastal cliff characterized by its reddish limestone and routes situated directly above the sea.
K

Le Virage

Sport climbing sector located within the Luminy area, providing accessible single-pitch routes on quality limestone.
L

La Gorguette

Limestone rock formation located near the Calanque de Sugiton, offering technical climbing in a scenic maritime setting.
M

Cheminée du CAF

Historical climbing passage and mountain pass used to navigate the steep terrain between the Sugiton and Candelle sectors.
N

Les Jumelles

Pair of twin limestone towers offering technical climbing routes near the Luminy and Sugiton areas.
O

Socle de la Candelle

The lower base of the Grande Candelle massif, featuring numerous multi-pitch routes that serve as the start for longer ascents.
Sémaphore (Rockclimbing Wall)
De carro
Ile Maïre
De carro
Arête de Marseille

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