Beach of la Pointe Rouge

Pointe Rouge takes its name from a hump which once stood on the site of the port. The same red geological material can be observed on the small cliffs after the port towards the Madrague de Montredon.

A family beach

It is the largest sandy beach in Marseille, it is very popular and well sheltered from the wind. Its sand slopes gently and in summer the swimming area is supervised by lifeguards, making it an ideal place to learn to swim safely, and a favorite destination for families. Also note the presence of several showers. Pointe Rouge beach is bordered by cabins and numerous restaurants, huts, snack bars, ice cream parlors are present on the beach and in the surrounding streets. The opportunity to have lunch outside with a beautiful sea view and/or delight the little ones with a good ice cream.

Water activities

At the nautical base adjacent to the beach and the port of Pointe Rouge, many activities are offered within the framework of hourly rentals, courses, or year-round registrations: sailing, paddle, kayaking, kite surfing , diving, apnea...

The municipal port of Pointe Rouge was completed in 1972. It has 1,800 berths, it is the 2nd in Marseille in terms of number of berths after the Vieux Port. It has all the comforts of a modern marina: shops, mechanical stores, fittings, launching, careening. There are, among other things, nautical and sports clubs, diving clubs, boat rentals.
The port of Pointe Rouge is ideally located for boaters: halfway between the Frioul islands on the one hand and the wild coast of the calanques hidden on the other side of the Marseilleveyre massif. Allowing you to quickly enjoy beautiful boat trips in most weather conditions.

Maritime shuttle

Maritime shuttles provide a regular connection between the main ports of Marseille during the summer months.
It's a pleasant way to visit Marseille and travel by the sea between the following ports:
- Les Goudes > La Pointe Rouge > Vieux Port > L'Estaque

Boat excursions - Visit to the calanques

Whether on foot or by boat, the calanques of Marseille are an essential place to visit.
To explore the coast more easily, opt for a boat excursion with swimming (speedboat or catamaran, reservation required). Pointe Rouge is an ideal starting point for Private boat tour.
Boarding is done from the large sea wall of the Pointe Rouge port. (Free car park)
Find out more: Boat excursions in the calanques

Access and parking

In summer, Pointe Rouge is really busy. The small free car park above the beach quickly fills up, and parking spaces are rare in the adjacent streets. It is often easier to find parking near the Lycée de la marine Marchande, a little further up. Otherwise, a large paid car park is available at the entrance to the port where the launches are located.