Sailing cruise : Château d'If and the Frioul calanques

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Sailing cruise : Château d'If and the Frioul calanques

Discover the bay of Marseille aboard La Flâneuse, an old traditional Marseille sailing ship. Hoist the sails and sail around the Château d'If and the Frioul Islands.

Duration : 3h

  • Sailing trip
  • swimming and snorkeling
  • Food experience
  • Chateau d'If
  • Calanques National Park
  • Frioul Islands

On the programme

Come aboard La Flâneuse, a traditional tartane (old local sailing ship), for a sailing trip.

Accompanied by our experienced captains, discover Marseille from the sea. Let yourself be carried away by the wind to the jewels of the Marseille area and the Frioul Islands (Calanques National Park).

You will sail around the Château d'If (famous from the novel The Count of Monte Cristo) and explore the calanques of the Frioul Islands.On board, you will enjoy the comfort of La Flâneuse with its many poufs and cushions made from the boat's old sails.

During the trip, there will be a break at anchor in one of the calanques. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a coffee and a tasting of typical lemon syrup from Provence : PAC. 

Swimming is possible during the trip. Masks and snorkels are available on board to explore the boat's surroundings.

The exact sailing schedule for the day depends on the weather and may be adjusted as necessary.

 

Duration: 3 hours


Good to know

To take with you

Sunglasses, Hat, swimsuit, beach towel, suncream, jacket

Other info

We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled boarding time. Please be punctual, we cast off on time.

In the event of unfavorable weather conditions which are incompatible with navigation, the cruise will be canceled and fully refunded. Les Barquettes SASU and the captains of the vessels deployed for the trips are the only decision-makers regarding weather conditions.


Important information

Due to their original configurations, our ships are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. For guests with mobility difficulties or disabilities, please contact us before booking to ensure you receive the best possible welcome on board.

Our cruises are accessible to adults and children aged 2 and over.


Spoken languages English, French

Activity location

Address

Mathieu

Les Barquettes, Esplanade J4, Marseille, France


Meeting point

Boarding takes place on the dock located behind the Mucem. Go along the Grotte Cosquer then the MUCEM. The boat will wait for you on the docks between the MUCEM and the sea.


Parking

Parking MUCEM


Public transport

Subway : line 1 - Vieux-Port Station. Bus : line 60, 82, 83 - MUCEM Station. Bike : MUCEM Station


Activity provider : Les Barquettes SASU


Official website

Partner of local tourist offices

Best Prices

Free of charge and surcharge

Activities tested

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Payment

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