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 Waterways |
Castelette Marseille France +33 (0)4 9113 8900 (Information Touristique) |
Several years ago, the Huveaune river was used as a sewer due to a lack of outlets for the networks associated with the used water purification plant at Cortiou. The water of the Huveaune, which flows into the Prado, constituted the main cause of pollution on Prado Beach. Another large outlet was therefore created close to Boulevard Michelot, overtaking the first one and coming out at Cortiou. The water has thus been diverted, and the Huveaune is only used in cases of severe flooding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Private beach club at Catalans |
Corniche Président Kennedy Marseille 13007 France |
This private sandy beach on the Catalans resort, near the Palais du Pharo, does charge an entrance fee, although beach umbrellas and sunbeds are available for rent and there are a number of volleyball courts for the sports lovers among you (tournaments also take place here). In addition, the beach is dotted with various snack bars and cafés, making it a not-to-be-missed spot for summer get-togethers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ideal for watersports |
Corniche Kennedy Marseille 13008 France |
This extensive sandy beach in the southern part of town is an ideal location for windsurfing. Beach umbrellas and sunbeds are available for hire from waterfront restaurants, and thrill-seekers will be happy to know that waterskiing and windsurfing are also on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Phil Duvin |
 Photo: polbar |
 Photo: Marta Rosenquist |
 Photo: Ricardo Martín Neme |
 Photo: Paloma Baccarin |
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Popular seaside park |
Corniche Kennedy Marseille 13008 France |
Now a popular place to visit in summer, the Prado beaches; stretching from Palm-Beach down to the sea wall at Pointe-Rouge; were developed in 1974 encompassing 20 hectares of parkland. The seaside park consists of a huge leisure area where the inhabitants of Marseilles; both young and old; come to relax and play football, roller-blade, skateboard (in a specially designated area), cycle and fly kites. The Wind Festival celebrated in September is an opportunity for dedicated kite-flyers the world over to get together here and have fun. Admission to the park is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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