Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France · Europe
Gardanne works well as a base: 5 minutes from Simiane-Collongue, 27km from Calanques National Park.
Gardanne is a town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. With a population of 21,140, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Gardanne sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gardanne to your route.
Gardanne (French pronunciation: [ɡaʁdan]; Occitan: Gardana) is a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France. Its inhabitants are called Gardannais.
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Gardanne is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.4549 latitude, 5.4691 longitude.
Gardanne has a population of approximately 21,140 people, making it a town in France.
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scenic viewpoint
Marseille's 'Bonne Mere' basilica crowns a 149 m limestone peak reachable by a winding drive, with a sweeping 360-degree panorama over the Old Port, the Frioul islands and the Calanques.
21 km · about 25 min drive
national park
Dramatic limestone fjord-like inlets with turquoise waters and white cliffs stretching between Marseille and Cassis on the Mediterranean coast.
27 km · about 30 min drive
beach
The most beautiful of the Calanques, a slender turquoise inlet hemmed by needle-sharp white pinnacles.
27 km · about 30 min drive
coastal drive
A clifftop corniche from Cassis to La Ciotat climbing the highest sea cliffs in France with stunning overlooks.
28 km · about 30 min drive
racetrack
French Formula 1 circuit near the Côte d'Azur famous for its distinctive blue and red run-off stripes.
35 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
Former ochre quarries near Rustrel sculpted into surreal fairy chimneys and crimson canyons.
48 km · about 55 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A 584 m limestone mountain looming over Toulon, climbed by a narrow corniche road of tight hairpins beloved of the Tour de France; the summit offers superb views over one of Europe's finest natural harbours.
51 km · about 60 min drive
landmark
A vibrant Provencal village built atop ochre cliffs, famous for its striking red and orange facades.
52 km · about 60 min drive
April to October
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