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Fancy exploring La Ciotat by bike? With spectacular views, seaside cycle paths and more challenging trails in the hills, there are several routes for exploring the town and its surroundings on two wheels. Whether you’re a road cyclist, a mountain biker or simply looking for a leisurely ride, there’s a route to suit everyone’s tastes. New routes are also currently being developed.

Calanques National Park area

In the heart of the Calanques National Park, cyclists have two options:

The Route des Crêtes by road bike
This scenic route links La Ciotat to Cassis over a distance of nearly 13 km. Entirely tarmac-surfaced, it offers magnificent views of the Mediterranean and the coastal cliffs. To make the most of the route by bike, go on a Sunday: it is then closed to motorised traffic and reserved for pedestrians and cyclists.

Mountain bike trails through the hills
Mountain bike enthusiasts can also venture along the signposted trails that criss-cross the hills around La Ciotat. More challenging routes, set amidst the landscapes of the Calanques National Park, offer a different way to explore the area. Remember to stay on the signposted paths (shown in light blue on the map)

Mountain bike trails in the National Park
Route des Crêtes

Port-Vieux and Beaches area

For a more leisurely ride, a cycle route starts near the police station, at the entrance to the shipyards.

The cycle path then heads down towards Port-Vieux, skirts around it and continues along Boulevard Anatole France as far as Capucins Beach.

You can extend the ride along Boulevard Beaurivage, which runs past the various beaches of La Ciotat as far as the little port of Saint-Jean. An ideal route for enjoying the coastline at your own pace.

Ceyreste area

For mountain bikers looking for more challenging routes, there are three signposted circuits, ranging from easy to difficult, offering the chance to explore the hills around Ceyreste and their natural landscapes.

CIRCUITEASY
CIRCUITMEDIUM
CIRCUITDIFFICULT

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