Calanque de Podestat, Protected cove in 8th arrondissement of Marseille, France
The Calanque de Podestat features a pebble beach nestled between small cliffs, with a notable cave formation on its western side.
The site contains a former madrague constructed during the reign of King René in the 15th century for tuna fishing operations.
Ancient inscriptions from the 19th century remain visible on the rocks, including markings from Bellon and Janselme dated 1860 and 1875.
The cove requires a 75-minute walk covering 3 kilometers from Callelongue, with no water sources or food services available on location.
Since 1930, the electric company EDF maintains this cove as a laboratory for biodiversity observation in partnership with the Paul Ricard Oceanographic Institute.
Location: 8th arrondissement of Marseille
GPS coordinates: 43.21062,5.38389
Latest update: June 23, 2025 14:56
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