The Calanques

(from Marseille, 26 June)

Between Marseille and the town of Cassis to the east, along the coast, are the Calanques. The Massif des Calanques is the name given to the huge chalky hills whilst the Calanques themselves are narrow inlets with steep sides, worn away by water movement over the last 2 million years. The combination is impressive. Fishermen made these Calanques their base and had a safe harbour even in rough weather. The longest is 1.5km. Nowadays the fisherman’s cottages are mostly used as a holiday or weekend cottages. My photos are mostly of Callelongue. The coloured rubbish bins show that recycling is taken seriously at the pick-up points. And you will see that Jasper had a lovely walk!

Photos at

http://picasaweb.google.com/101628277989220379025/Calanques