Devenson, Coastal inlet in the 9th arrondissement of Marseille, France
Devenson is a coastal inlet in the 9th arrondissement of Marseille with tall limestone cliffs dropping down to the Mediterranean Sea. The formation consists of vertical rock walls with different layers and structures typical of calanque geology along this coastline.
The name Devenson comes from Provençal language and refers to the southern exposure of the cliffs in this section of coast. This naming reflects how locals understood the geography and landscape features of the area.
Climbers come regularly to the limestone walls to work on different routes and difficulty levels, and the place has developed as a meeting point for this sport. The cliffs have become part of the local climbing culture and identity.
The inlet can be reached on foot via the GR98-51 hiking trail from Luminy, which takes about two hours to walk. Alternatively, arriving by boat is possible if you prefer a water route to access the location.
This inlet sits between Oeil de Verre and Eissadon calanques and remains relatively undeveloped due to its difficult access. The isolation helps keep the natural setting unchanged throughout the year.
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