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Lionel Michelini / OT Cassis

The Calanque of En-Vau

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En-Vau, the pearl of the Calanques

Sandwiched between two immense limestone cliffs, the Calanque d’En-Vau with its small pebble ‘beach’ offers a spectacular natural spectacle. It’s the picture-postcard landscape par excellence… Its turquoise waters, clear pebble beach and majestic silence make it one of the most spectacular in the Mediterranean. Many films and documentaries have been filmed here, drawn by its dramatic beauty. En Vau is a ‘wild’ Calanque, accessible on foot or by sea, a real reward for those who venture there.

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Practical information

  • Access: from the centre of Cassis > Port-Miou > Port-Pin
  • 1h30 to 2h walk from Port-Pin (medium to sustained level)

What to bring

  • Hiking boots
  • Plenty of water, hat and snacks
  • No toilets, shade or supplies on site

Please note: access is a bit strenuous.

A breathtaking location

  • Swimming in crystal-clear water
  • Climbing for beginners and experts
  • Sublime views from the trails
  • A magical arrival by kayak
  • Absolute peace and quiet out of season

En-Vau can’t be told, it has to be earned. And once you’ve set foot here, you’ll never forget it.

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Lionel Michelini / OT Cassis

Did you know?

En-Vau means “in the hollow” or “at the bottom of the valley” in Provençal. The site is also one of the most popular in Europe for rock climbing, with vertiginous walls above the water accessible from the surrounding paths.

Respecting the site

En-Vau is a protected area that is very popular in summer. To make the most of it :

  • Prefer visits out of season or early in the morning.
  • Don’t leave anything on site, bring your own rubbish (there are no bins on site)
  • Preserve the tranquillity and biodiversity
  • Restricted access in summer (fires)

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