Karting Indoor Provence
1985 Chemin Vallée 13400 Aubagne
Popular go kart located a few minutes' drive from the shipyards.
Tel : +33(0)4 91 36 22 00
www.karting-indoor-provence.com
3 Bd Michelet 13008 Marseille
Second largest stadium in France. Football matches are one of the highlights of Marseilles life and most of the biggest teams, including the local OM, play here in a fantastic atmosphere. Tickets can be bought (ideally several days before the game) either on-line www.om.net or from the L'OM shop at the Vieux Port.
There is a vast network of clearly marked (with red and white strips) trails and one of the most popular is the GR 98 trail connecting Les Goudes fishing harbour to Cassis via 28km of paths between crests and coastline. Allow 11h and come back by car or bus.
Another popular hike is a few km west from l’Estaque harbour, from the harbour of La Redonne (accessible by a short bus/car or train ride) to Niolon. Allow around 3h. Climbing school BMC also organises hiking tours (see Climbing).
Les Calanques
There are many biking sites around the region, including the Fontblanche forest towards Aubagne, Sainte Victoire and Sainte Baume sites. Roads above the Calanques offer steep hill biking and can be accessed from the road D-559, towards Cassis.
We heard good reviews for Provence Mountain Biking, who organises bike tours in the area.
Tel:+33(0)4 42 03 95 60
Contact Albert: [email protected]
www.provence-mountainbiking.com.
The Marseille region is a wonderful playground for climbers with over 200km of official climbing routes. Climbing sites close to Marseille include Sormiou, En-Vau or La Grande Candelle. BMC is a well known local climbing school.
Certified instructor Pierre Clarac runs Escalade Calanques, a climbing school for any level. Friendly, professional and great reviews. English speaking.
Cell: +33(0)6 81 19 24 42 www.escaladecalanques.com
BMC is a well known local climbing school with professional instructors.
Sea Kayaking is the ideal way to discover the Calanques and creeks of the Cote Bleue Coast. Kayak Attitude, 55 Rue St Pierre, Marseille. Sale of kayak, standup paddle boards and equipment. Also offer rentals or guided tours.
Tel: +33(0)6 12 95 20 12
www.kayak-marseille.fr
Philippe at Destination Calanques also offers kayak rentals and tours from April to Oct:
Cell: +33 (0)6 07 15 63 86
www.destination-calanques.fr
Marseille is a major center for diving, including spectacular wreck diving and cliffs with red coral and caves.
Beuchat, located 7, Port de la Pointe Rouge, on the E side of Marseille is a dive shop with a PADI certified diving school. English speaking instructors, custom or group diving for all levels. Can also recharge Nitrox.
Tel: +33 (0)(0)491 174 625
Fax: + 33 491 750 598
Corbieres Beach at l’Estanque
Located just a few minutes easy drive west from the shipyards. Beautiful and unspoiled spot with crystal clear water. Sand and pebbles.
Plage de la Pointe Rouge
Located on the east side of Marseille is one of the most popular.
Several Calanques have sheltered sandy beaches.
Marseille is often very windy, making it a world class destination for windsurfers and kitesurfers. Very close by are some mystic wave spots, like Carro or Brutal Beach. Another well known spot is Plage de Jai at Etang de Berre, a large fresh water pond located west of Marseille, close to the airport. There are also some good surfing spots. Don't hesitate to contact the fellows listed below, they are very friendly and eager to share their local knowledge! Become part of the Marseille region rider community!
Club Fitness
Large air conditioned gym, located only 10 minutes walk from the ITM yard. Full range of cardio and weight equipment, with a separate room for the ladies. Fitness classes including aqua gym, body pump, body combat, spinning etc… Jacuzzi, pool, Turkish bath, sauna and small beauty parlor. Closed on Sun.
Tel: + 33(0)491 085 126
Bikram Yoga
25 Rue des Trois Rois
13006 Marseille
Popular yoga classes in a studio heated to 40° C, run by ex yachtie Corinne. Daily classes in the morning and the evening, in French & English, any level. Raving reviews.
Cell: +33(0)6 77 07 34 07
www.bikramyogamarseille.com