Callelongue, Coastal inlet in Marseille's 9th arrondissement, France
Callelongue is a narrow limestone cove where white cliffs drop sharply into the Mediterranean Sea. Fishermen's cabins and boat houses line the natural harbor along its edges.
This cove was a fishing settlement for centuries before a chemical factory arrived in 1849. The factory closed in 1884, and the site then shifted to different uses.
Small fishing boats rest in the sheltered harbor while a local restaurant serves fresh seafood. The cove keeps its character as a place where locals and visitors alike gather by the sea.
The cove is easiest to reach by public bus from central Marseille with regular connections. Bring sturdy shoes, as the paths to the water and around the cove are rocky.
The surrounding landscape reveals rocky formations such as Le rocher des Goudes rising to 258 meters. This rough topography makes the cove a geologically striking stretch of coast.
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