Mouillage

Calanque de l'Escondelle

Shelter
E, SE, S
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Cove on the western flank of Île de Pomègues, Frioul archipelago, facing the open sea off Marseille.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Come in from the W, keeping clear of the rocky headlands north and south of the entrance. Sand bottom. Shelter from E, SE and S only, so leave before any westerly sets in.

Practical

Anchorage only, no buoys or services. Port du Frioul is 0,7 NM to the NE for water, bins and the passenger ferry to Marseille.

Ashore

Ground within the Parc national des Calanques, swimming and snorkelling off the rocks. The GR 51 island loop passes above the cove and links the Fort Ratonneau batteries 2 km north.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
43.27011, 5.29596 (43°16.21'N 5°17.76'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from east, south-east, south winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Boaters' rating
4.2/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Calanque de l'Escondelle lies at 43°16.21'N 5°17.76'E, that is 43.27011, 5.29596 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Calanque de l'Escondelle sheltered from?

Calanque de l'Escondelle is sheltered from east, south-east, south winds.

Can you anchor at Calanque de l'Escondelle?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Calanque de l'Escondelle.

How do boaters rate Calanque de l'Escondelle?

Calanque de l'Escondelle is rated 4.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

Pomegue

Marseille, France

2.5Port0.6 NM

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