Côte Bleue

Côte Bleue stretches from northern Marseille to the Rhône delta, featuring numerous coves with pebble and sandy beaches scattered along the coast. Rocky shores alternate with sheltered bathing spots between Carry-le-Rouet and La Couronne.

The railway line connecting coastal communities was built between 1879 and 1915, opening the region to transport links and development. This rail route fundamentally reshaped settlement patterns along the shore.

Fishing remains a living tradition here, with small boat sheds dotting the coves and villages where locals mend nets and repair vessels. The rhythms of daily life still follow the sea and its seasons.

Beaches offer facilities including restaurants, parking areas, and lifeguard services during summer months. Most coves remain accessible year-round, providing quieter conditions outside the peak season.

The Viaduc de Méjean railway bridge crosses the coastline, offering train passengers views of the Mediterranean and rocky shore. Traveling by rail here provides a perspective on the landscape few get to see otherwise.

Location: Bouches-du-Rhône

GPS coordinates: 43.34139,5.15417

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30