Calanque de l'Œil de Verre, Limestone inlet in Marseille, France
The Calanque de l'Oeil de Verre lies at the foot of Grande Candelle, between Devenson plateau and Sugiton inlet, featuring steep rock formations.
A ceramic glass eye was embedded into the rock face in 1904, although this installation does not explain the origin of the inlet's name.
The name derives from Provençal words: 'aygue' meaning water, and 'vèrs' referring to a ridge where rainwater splits into two flows.
The hiking trail spans 10.4 kilometers with a 420-meter elevation gain, requiring advanced skills and proper equipment for navigating ladders and chains.
A natural grotto entrance appears as a brown mark in the pine-covered cliff wall, accessible only to experienced climbers with proper gear.
Location: 9th arrondissement of Marseille
GPS coordinates: 43.20840,5.46820
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:49
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Scenic viewpoint
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