Advice

Time for a quick break to give you a taste of everything else Aubagne has to offer beyond this itinerary. If you’re curious about the Foreign Legion, head to the dedicated museum—an immersive space featuring collections, exhibitions, and over 120 mannequins dressed in uniforms from 1831 to today, letting you step into the shoes of a legionnaire. After this cultural stop in Aubagne, lace up your hiking shoes and explore the Garlaban massif, with its well-marked trails and preserved landscapes. The massif itself rises to 731 meters and offers a paradise for walkers, mountain bikers, and climbers alike. Aubagne is also just a short distance from the Sainte-Baume Regional Park, which promises even more scenic trails through protected nature and rich cultural heritage. Several lookout points offer stunning views of the sea and the surrounding countryside. For something more unique, head to the Château des Creissauds, home to Maison Ferroni—a local spirits producer. Here, you can learn how pastis, rum, whisky, and liqueurs are made inside a 19th-century estate that regularly hosts events. And don’t forget—you’re only 25 minutes from Marseille! Stroll through the historic Panier district, wander around the lively Old Port, and stop at one of the many local restaurants or bars to try some Mediterranean specialties. On your way there, you’ll pass through the magnificent Calanques National Park—a 20-kilometer stretch of coastline filled with one beautiful cove after another. Still craving more views? Drive along the Route des Crêtes, a short but spectacular 15-kilometer road that runs along the highest coastal cliffs in France, with plenty of panoramic stops along the way. You can wrap up your adventure in the charming towns of Cassis and La Ciotat, each located at one end of the route. With all this to explore, you've got every reason to extend your stay in the region.