La Ciotat

La Ciotat

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLa CiotatCeyreste at 5.8 km
Insee code13028Cassis at 7.2 km
Postcode13600Roquefort-la-Bédoule at 8.3 km
Latitude43.1736530Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer at 8.5 km
Longitude5.6051550Carnoux-en-Provence at 10 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 388 metersLa Cadière-d'Azur at 12.4 km
Surface31.46 km²Bandol at 12.8 km
Population34258 inhabitantsAubagne at 13.5 km
Density1088 inhabitants/km²Gémenos at 13.7 km
National labelsCuges-les-Pins at 13.7 km
Chief townMarseille (at 33 km, 31 min)La Penne-sur-Huveaune at 14.1 km
DepartmentBouches-du-RhôneLe Castellet at 14.3 km
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

La Ciotat is located in the middle of a great gulf, named Gulf of Amur, 33 km from Marseille and 40 km from Toulon.

It lies at the heart of the Parc des Calanques. His two creeks, which are the Mugel and Figuerolles differ from those of Cassis by their red color typical forms (eagle's beak, head of dog).

La Ciotat festival every year the memory of the plague in 1720, where she became the breadbasket of Provence as it was the only seaside town spared by it: historical festival where the whole city is transformed and in costume as time.

In March takes place on large regional boat show in the harbor.


SIGHTSEEING

The creek's Mugel, with its garden and the creek of Figuerolles are not to be missed. Different from the creeks of Cassis by the color of their rock and form very typical, as for example the head of the Capuchin to Figuerolles.

Eden, the first film to spread the train entering a station La Ciotat the Lumière brothers.

The ridge road, between Cassis and La Ciotat for its unforgettable views, hiking trails and the highest cliffs in Europe.

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of La Ciotat
Information pointsTourist Office of La Ciotat
Leisure centresBeach Cyrnos,   Beach Lumière,   Beach Saint-Jean,   Beach of Arène Cros,   Beach of the Capucins,   Beach of the Figuérolles,   Beach of the Liouquet,   Beach of the Mugel,   Big Beach of La Ciotat,   Casino Les Flots Bleus,   Marina Saint Jean,   Marina of La Ciotat,   Marina of the Capucins,   Marina of the Vieux Port,   Museum Ciotaden,   Park of the Mugel
Natural sitesCape Saint-Louis,   Cape Subeyran,   Cape of the Aigle,   Island Verte

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Do not miss the boat show, in March, where boats are exposed to water and where it is possible to try.

The historic festival in late May-early June, reports the episode of the plague of 1720 which helped save La Ciotat Provence of famine being the breadbasket of Provence.

During the two summer months of July and August, night market every night on the old port.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

We must cross the inevitable ridge road between La Ciotat and Cassis, with many departures hikes and breathtaking views on the highest sea cliffs in Europe!

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Aquatic guided tour of the CalanquesNature and the outdoors24 €La Ciotat
Laser games in a 600m² mazeEntertainment9 €La Ciotat
Pastis and alcohol distillery tourLocal flavours2 €Aubagne (12.1 km)
Island diving and underwater explorationSports sensations45 €Bandol (12.8 km)
Karting, quad bikes and paintball at the Starter ParkEntertainment12 €Cuges-les-Pins (13.7 km)

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PHOTOS
Wearing La Ciotat
 
Harbour and the Church of La Ciotat
The Mugel
 
The cove takes a blimp
The cove at night
 
Crane owned Shipyards La Ciotat
Pointed or boats Marseille
  
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WEATHER
Sunday 19 May
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Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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RESTAURANTS 
La Calanque de Figuerolles  
8.8
  SPECIAL OFFER
La Ciotat
CAUTION: To be sure of being placed on the terrace and have a view it is advisable to book at least four days in advance. Ideally located in La Calanque de Figuerolles, classified site,...
Located in La Ciotat39 € per person 
L'Ostréa  
9.5
La Ciotat
Resto-fish - Looking for a specialist seafood in La Ciotat? Faced with Carrefour, the restaurant L'Ostrea will delight you. Here the products are top quality and come straight from...
Located in La Ciotat28 € per person 
Le Murano
La Ciotat
Located in La Ciotat, at the entrance to the area of ​​activity Athélia 1 Le Murano welcomes you for a gourmet break the most successful! In the room with modern décor and a friendly...
Located in La Ciotat26 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Bastide de la mer  
Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer
Beautiful guest rooms in mansion with park and swimming pool located 700 meters from the beach, Saint Cyr sur Mer is a small seaside resort between the Sea and Vines that has kept all...
Located 8 km from La CiotatFrom 80 € to 98 € the double room 
La florentine    
9.7
Bandol
2 rooms of character in a villa nestled in the pine forest near the beaches and coastal path (800 m), the port of Bandol is 1500 m. rooms with direct access onto a large terrace, swimming...
Located 10.7 km from La Ciotat90 € the double room 
Chateau de jouques  
Gémenos
Jouques Castle is near the Business Park Gemenos... Discover an oasis of greenery and history. The Castle (former hunting lodge of the eighteenth century) welcomes guests all year round...
Located 11.8 km from La CiotatFrom 90 € to 125 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Appartement près de la méditerranée
La Ciotat
2 room apartment, comfortable 800 m from the sea in quiet and secure residence.
Located in La CiotatFrom 400 € to 550 € per week 
Le cigalon
La Ciotat
Rent for family 3to 4 people in the middle of an exotic garden and facing the pool. Includes an alcove with a bed 140x190 cm, a bathroom with shower enclosed by a cabin, separate toilet....
Located in La CiotatFrom 300 € to 600 € per week 
Studio sur la plage plein sud
Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer
27 m² furnished apartment in a building with 2 floors facing south, directly overlooking the beach without crossing a road, close to all shops and various activities.
Located 6.7 km from La CiotatFrom 550 € to 700 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Garlaban    
7.4
Aubagne
Nestled in the mountains of Garlaban, camping welcomes you in green surroundings of 7.5 acres of pine, oak and olive trees. Located in the hills of Marcel Pagnol, near Marseille and...
Located 14.9 km from La CiotatFrom 16 € to 22 € per day 
Les grands pins    
8
Le Castellet
Located in the quiet of a 400 m altitude, under the sun has provençalet the shadow of a large pine pinede. Les offers 200 comfortable and Pitches and 30 locations all equipées. A 20...
Located 14.9 km from La CiotatFrom 16 € to 19 € per day 

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HOTELS
Best Western Premier Vieux-Port     
8.8
La Ciotat
Best Western Premier Vieux-Port is located on the old fishing port of La Ciotat. It offers a rooftop swimming pool overlooking the bay and a hot tub. Decorated in a contemporary style,...
Located in La CiotatRoom from 89 €
Miramar L'orchidée    
7.4
La Ciotat
This hotel is ideally located on the sea side, along the main sandy beach of La Ciotat. Some rooms at the Hotel Miramar offer stunning views of the sea. Each air-conditioned room is...
Located in La CiotatRoom from 69 €
Le Marina B     
6.7
La Ciotat
Marina B is a cinema-themed hotel, located on the beach at La Ciotat. It offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, some of which feature private terraces with panoramic sea views. Le Marina...
Located in La CiotatRoom from 59 €

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Bouches-du-Rhône
L'Atrium
L'Atrium offers self-catering studio and 1-bedroom apartments for up to 4 people. They are all equipped with a bath or shower,...
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