Visit Cities and Villages in Bloom of Provence
Very engaged land, the Bouches-du-Rhone, listed «Department in Bloom» since 2013, have now 45 cities that proudly bear this distinction. But why visit a city or a village in bloom? This well-known sign at the entrance of cities seems to be outdated for you? Or maybe, you don’t like roundabouts in bloom?
You will change your mind. Cities and villages in bloom, now committed in an ecological approach, respect the environment by, for example, promoting green spaces arrangements, adapted to our dry climate, provide a friendly welcome to the visitors and try to promote urban spaces that invite you for a walk or for a meeting. In short, in order to discover some of these unmissable cities in bloom, we offer you walks, hikes, nature trails and heritage for a good breath of fresh and colorful air! From 1 to 4 flowers, have a walk from city to city and discover their charm.
The top : 4 flowers
Walk in Istres
Between city and nature… Stroll through the city's old town, discover the typical atmosphere of Provençal villages, wander the banks of the pond.
Landscapes in Martigues
Discover the Great Park of Figuerolles, a real invitation to discover our Mediterranean nature on foot, pony, with little train or in the trees!
The perfection : 3 flowers
Walk in La Ciotat
«La voie douce»… Stroll and discover the Mediterranean flora and its heritage along the line of an old railway track.
Walk in Miramas
Between shadows and lights… An alliance of the modern architecture and the coolness of the water where the light used to play.
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Walking route in Port de Bouc
Discover the forest of Castillon and the pond of Pourra… Three trails are available for the pleasure of old buildings, fauna, flora or beautiful landscapes lovers.
And also...
Aix-en-Provence, Aubagne, Berre-l'Etang, Cassis, Châteauneuf-les-Martigues, Plan-de-Cuques, Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Salon de Provence
The charm : 2 flowers
Hike in Ceyreste
Great Caunet Massif : discover Fontblanche… Discover the forest of Ceyreste, one of the most beautiful pine forests of Aleppo pines in Bouches-du-Rhône.
Walk in Marignane
«Au fil de l'eau»... On foot or bicycle, a tour through the banks of a Mediterranean lagoon, of the pond of Bolmon and the coastal river, the Cadière.
Walk in Rognes
Wandering between stones and gardens... A tour in the heart of an amazing town: mesmerizing ambiance, quarries, terroir, landscape and heritage.
Walk in Meyreuil
The tip of Défens... Five kilometers will lead you to the top of the tip of Défens and its overlooking on sumptuous landscapes transformed by human activities.
Hike in Roquefort la Bédoule
The Chapel of St Andrew… A tour, on the GR98, famous in Provence for its beautiful scenic escapes, from the sea, mountains and vineyards to the chapel.
Hike in Gémenos
The path of Limbert… Reach a 360 degrees view: from the Blue Coast to Garlaban via the Sainte Baume, to the departmental park of the Saint Pons Valley, a cool haven.
And also...
Arles, Auriol, Châteaurenard, Eyragues, Fos-sur-Mer, Gardanne, Mallemort, Marseille, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, Rognac, Rousset, Saint-Victoret, Sausset-les-Pins, Venelles, Vitrolles
The promise : one flower
Walk in Meyrargues
By the path… Discover some of twenty one paths of the old center that will take you from surprise to surprise that will not leave you indifferent.
On the traces of natural and historical heritage of Noves
The hills and the plain…
From church to chapel, from hills to points of view, you will stalk the streets, the paths and the historical symbols of the city.
And also...
Aureille, Aurons, Charleval, Lamanon, Lambesc, Pélissanne, Peypin, Rognognas, Saint-Chamas, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Focus : «Bouches-du-Rhône scenic itineraries»
«Bouches-du-Rhône scenic itineraries» is an initiative of Bouches-du-Rhône Tourisme to see the city and the village as a landscape: Highlight the paths and the streets, used every day, the alleys and the routes used by the family the week-end to realize some great real walks, appreciated by the residents and tourists. Download topos. They describe the route to follow to discover our cities and villages and to open the eyes on the beauty of their landscapes.
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