Calanque de Saména Coastal View

A Gateway to the Calanques National Park

The Calanque de Saména sits at the eastern edge of Marseille, marking one of the natural gateways into the celebrated Calanques National Park. Between the Pointe Rouge and the first limestone massifs, this small, preserved inlet offers a sweeping panorama over the Mediterranean Sea.

Dramatic Limestone Coastline

Pale calcareous cliffs plunge toward the water, creating the sheltered coves and crystalline shallows that define the Provençal shore. The rugged rock formations and wild creeks give Saména its distinctly Mediterranean character.

A Living Maritime Scene

Sailboats, kayaks and pleasure craft trace the horizon, making this a valued vantage point for boaters, divers and sea-sport enthusiasts checking the state of the water before heading out from the Marseille coast.

A Cherished Provençal Landmark

Beloved by walkers, photographers and nature lovers, the Calanque de Saména ranks among the most remarkable landscapes of Provence, blending sheer cliffs, hidden creeks and open Mediterranean waters.