The “Sausset d’hier et d’aujourd’hui” walk explores the history of Sausset-les-Pins and its Mediterranean landscapes, following the coast, passing through narrow streets and by typical houses. It starts at the tourist office and the port. The route thus combines local history and coastal scenery in a single walk. There is also a geological feature along the coast: the limestone rock is 16 to 20 million years old and contains numerous oyster-shell fossils. The landscape offers a glimpse of evidence from the distant geological past, too.

Reed Bed and Marine Life

At around 10 hectares, the Boumandariel reed bed is the only coastal wetland on the Côte Bleue. A botanical trail runs along its edge. The wetland and trail offer different ways to experience nature: the reed bed itself and a botanical route along its edge.

The sea is another of the area’s natural highlights. The Parc marin de la Côte Bleue manages a 10,000-hectare marine area stretching off the coast of Sausset-les-Pins. In its shallow coastal waters, you can observe diverse marine life, including Posidonia seagrass meadows, with a mask and fins. On land, the focus is on the wetland and its trail; in the water, it is on marine life and Posidonia.

Coves and Beaches

The seabed at Anse du Grand Rouveau is rich and well preserved, making it popular with divers and snorkellers. Access is also clearly described: steps lead through a quiet residential area. A small car park on Promenade de la Corniche makes parking easier. If you plan to visit this cove, you can factor both the steps and the car park into your travel plans.

Anse du Petit Nid offers something different. This natural calanque provides ideal shelter from the Mistral. While the seabed at Anse du Grand Rouveau is of interest to divers and snorkellers, the sheltered calanque is the defining feature of Anse du Petit Nid. Sausset-les-Pins’ two beaches have been awarded the Pavillon Bleu label.

Water Sports and Fresh Fish from the Quay

The municipal sailing school welcomes children, school classes, groups and individuals to discover and take part in water sports. It also offers nautical equipment for hire. So options for activities by the water include both observing marine life with a mask and fins and taking part in the sailing school’s water sports activities; these are distinct experiences.

The sea is also part of local life at the Quai des pêcheurs, where professional fishermen sell freshly caught fish and shellfish every morning from 9 a.m. The opening time makes the fish stall a specific morning stop. If you want to include it in your day’s plans, you can visit in the morning from 9 a.m.

Getting Around Sausset-les-Pins

For exploring by bike, you can choose roads by the sea or routes along the Côte Bleue. The TER-ZOU! Marseille–Miramas line serves Sausset-les-Pins directly, stopping in the town centre. This addresses two different planning needs: travelling by train and exploring the area by bike. For a specific train journey, it is a good idea to check the timetable.

Whether you choose a walk, nature watching, water sports or a visit to the fish stall, each option offers something different. The coastal walk combines local history and scenery, Boumandariel is a coastal wetland, and the coves bring different aspects of the sea into focus. You can tailor your stay to the themes that matter most to your trip.

Discover more destinations: Belcodène, Graveson, Beaurecueil, Marseille, Tarascon, Vitrolles, Eyragues, Martigues

For the broader travel overview: Bouches Du Rhone.