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Frioul Islands
Bare white islands off the coast, linked by a sea wall, with coves for swimming and walks among wild herbs.
- Open
- Every day; boats depend on the weather
- Price
- Paid for the boat
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Address
- Île de Ratonneau, 13007 MarseilleDirections
- Getting There
- Boats from the Old Port, about 30 minutes, often with a stop at the Château d'If.
Why Go
Ratonneau and Pomègues once held a quarantine hospital; today they have a small port, coves and paths, part of the Calanques national park.
Nearby in Marseille
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