Walks and hiking trails in Martigues

It takes 3 to 4 days to cover the 62 km walking trail, Grand Sentier de la Côte Bleue. The trail includes 17 internal circular itineraries from 2 to 12 km with different gradients. Most of the itineraries are accessible from railway stations:  Niolon, Ensuès le Redonne, Carry le Rouet, Sausset les Pins and La Couronne.

The 90 km walking trail, Sentier Entre Mer et Etang, overlooks the Mediterranean surrounded by hills and the banks of Étang de Berre, on the outskirts of the Camargue. It links three communes: Martigues, Port de Bouc and St Mitre les Remparts. The trail includes 8 internal circular walks from 4 to 14 km with different gradients.

The diversity of trails satisfies all types of walkers, from families to serious hikers.

Pedestrian sports Hiking itinerary
Martigues
A wellness walk by the sea. Located on the coast between Carro and Les Laurons, this 1.5 km long and 3 m wide path is passable.
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 1.5
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 45
  • Offers tailored to specific clienteles :
    • Children
Pedestrian sports Hiking itinerary
Martigues
It is easy to reach the Croix-Sainte district on foot or by bike from Martigues city center. Via Avenue Urdy Milou from the Town Hall, you will enjoy a long-standing industrial ...
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 2.2
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 30
This is stage 04 of the itinerary "In the footsteps of Marie-Madeleine" dedicated to Sainte-Marie-Madeleine. The circuit will take you on a journey to...
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 27.5
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 540
This is stage 03 of the itinerary "In the footsteps of Marie-Madeleine" dedicated to Sainte-Marie-Madeleine. The circuit will make you travel to ...
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 19
Pedestrian sports Hiking itinerary
Martigues
The 62 km long Grand Sentier de la Côte Bleue can be covered in 3 to 4 days of walking. From station to station, explore the hiking trails located on the Mediterranean coast. From...
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 62
Pedestrian sports Hiking itinerary
Martigues
Between the Mediterranean and Etang de Berre, on the western edge of the Nerthe massif, lies the terroir of Venice Provençale.
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 11
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 150
Sport Cycling sports Cycle tourism route Cycle sports
Starting from the city centre of Martigues, alternate between greenway and road towards the Côte Bleue for 13km by bike.
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 13
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 330
Sport Cycling sports Cycle tourism route Cycle sports
Leaving from the Martigues Tourist Office, hop on your bike and cycle back to Marseille along a 58km itinerary that is suitable for cyclists but not ...
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 58
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 330
Martigues
Between the Mediterranean and Etang de Berre, on the western borders of the Nerthe massif, lies the terroir of Venice Provençale.
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 19
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 270
Pedestrian sports Hiking itinerary
Martigues
During this hike, you will discover several bunkers with multiple uses, at the same time ammunition depot, observation post or location of artillery pieces and several casemates.
  • Route :
    • Distance (km) : 10.5
    • Daily duration (minutes) : 180