A cliff walk and one of the clearest water swims in the Med
Explore · Stay FitContributor blog post by Jill Cowdry:
As days become warmer, it’s impossible to resist the urge to get out – attention turns to more exercise and a spring swim in the med. A short drive from Aix en Provence or Marseilles the magical Calanques are a special place to walk, breath deeply, practise yoga or simply sit and take in the amazing views.
…Continue reading here for more information on walking in the Calanques and Jill’s beautiful photos.
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