Via cordata of Philemon in the Marseille Calanques

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From 12 years-old and up
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Set off on a superb via cordata course in Marseille, in the heart of the Calanques National Park!

Escalade Provence takes you on a discovery tour of the via cordata de Philémon in the heart of the Calanques National Park in Marseille between La Ciotat and Cassis.

Guillaume Mottet has been a professional rock-climbing instructor for many years, and will guide you safely over some of the most beautiful cliffs in the Calanques National Park. This magnificent via cordata route from Philémon to La Ciotat will delight you if you're looking for a thrill.

The via cordata de Philémon is a superb, slightly sporty route that is accessible to as many people as possible, combining hiking, climbing, via ferrata and abseiling above Marseille's calanques. You'll set off on an excursion lasting around 3 hours, alternating between these different activities.

The incredible bonus of this via cordata in La Ciotat is the 90-metre abseil over the Mediterranean Sea, offering breathtaking panoramic views! The outing starts on the route des crêtes between La Ciotat and Cassis, and gives you a magnificent view of the sea and the surrounding cliffs!

It's the region's original sporting adventure for families and friends! So don't wait, set off now for a unique via cordata experience in La Ciotat!

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From€60

Practical information

Join Escalade Provence for a unique 3-hour via cordata experience in Marseille's calanques!

Obstacles on the via : 3 successive abseils to descend the 90-metre cliff face, walk to the foot of the parapet to join the return via, climb in via cordata mode to reach the Philémon vire, roped walk to exit the cliff face.

Course of events

- Meet the instructor at the meeting point (GPS points sent the day before after the weather report)

- Participants equipped with harness, helmet and descender

- 15-minute approach walk along a path to the start of the via cordata

- Start of the 3-hour via cordata in the heart of Marseille's Calanques

25-minute return walk to the meeting point

Activity requirements

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Minimum of 4 participants must be booked for this activity to go ahead.

Trainers or hiking shoes are sufficient for this activity.

Meeting point:
Parking de la route des Cretes, 13600, La Ciotat
Spoken languages:French, English
Included
  • Instructor
  • Climbing Equipment
Do not forget to bring
  • Bottle of Water
  • Snacks
  • Hiking shoes or trainers

Reviews

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4.8/5

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Maud M., France — 30/07/2023
5/5
This was spectacular, and quite challenging! First time for my 13 year old, will be unforgettable memories!
Laura M., Germany — 29/03/2022
5/5
This was AMAZING. We rappelled down three separate cliffs, then hiked a bit, then continued to the via cordata activity. We have done via ferrata in the past, but this was a completely new experience. Very challenging even for experienced climbers, but incredible views made it worthwhile. Our kids ages 12, 15, 16 had an amazing time. The 12 year old needed some assistance for reach during the climbing portion, but the guide was right there to assist.
Dagfinn K., Norway — 12/07/2023
4/5
The activity was as good as we expected maybe a little different/more challenging from standard Via-ferratas with iron holds.
Ludovic A., France — 16/07/2023
5/5
Très belle via cordata avec en prime un cadre superbe et avec Guillaume comme moniteur super sympas et à l’l écoute
yann C., France — 10/05/2023
5/5
Super balade et initiation à la décente en rappel. Cadre sublime !

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