Julien Marceau - Motorcycle journalist & southern traveler

Top 10 motorcycle itineraries around Marseille

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Between the sea, the calanques and the mountains, Marseille is the perfect playground for motorcyclists.

The city of Marseille offers everything you love on two wheels: relief, sunshine, curves and spectacular scenery.
With Good Motors, you can pick up your motorcycle directly from the Saint-Charles train station, on a self-service basis 24/7, and set off to discover the most beautiful roads in the south.

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1. Marseille → Cassis via the Gineste road

A mythical road, wide and flowing, winding between sea and pine forest.
Spectacular views of the Calanques.
💡 Ideal with a Honda NX500 or Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.


2. Marseille → Calanques de Sormiou et Morgiou

A short but sublime ride.
The curves are tight, the road narrow, and the views over the Mediterranean unforgettable.


3. Marseille → Côte Bleue

Head west to Carry-le-Rouet and Sausset-les-Pins.
Coves, harbors, bends and a seaside atmosphere perfect for 125cc bikes like the Yamaha XSR125.


4. Marseille → La Sainte-Baume

A nature loop via Aubagne, Gémenos and the Col de l'Espigoulier.
Winding road, freshness and Provencal atmosphere guaranteed.


5. Marseille → Aix-en-Provence

A fast, pleasant route, perfect for a relaxing weekend.
You can stop in the village of Ventabren for a coffee overlooking the valley.


6. Marseille → Les Gorges du Verdon

A longer stage, but what a reward!
This is wild Provence: cliffside turns and turquoise lakes.
💡 Take an Africa Twin 2025 or a Transalp 2025 for this kind of trip.


7. Marseille → Le Luberon

Gentle roads, hilltop villages and the scent of lavender in summer.
A typically Provencal experience for two on a Super Meteor 650.


8. Marseille → Arles and the Camargue

Straight lines, pink flamingos and the sea at the end.
The Himalayan 450 will be perfect for those long, windy roads.


9. Marseille → La Route des Crêtes (La Ciotat - Cassis)

An absolute must.
Vertiginous cliffs, perfect curves and panoramic views of the Mediterranean at 400 m altitude.


10. Marseille → Les Alpilles

Between Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Les Baux-de-Provence, the roads are sublime, lined with olive and pine trees.
A postcard setting for an Interceptor 650 or NX500.


Our tips for choosing the right motorcycle in Marseille

In Marseille, the roads change quickly: seaside, Garlaban rise, Cassis curves...
Here's how to choose the ideal motorcycle for your route:

  • For the city and short trips: the Yamaha XSR125, agile and economical.
  • For coastal escapades: the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, style and flexibility.
  • For the long roads of Provence: the Honda NX500, comfortable and stable even for two.


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Conclusion

From the Calanques to the Camargue, the Marseilles region abounds in spectacular roads.
With Good Motors, you can take advantage of them without any constraints:
book online, pick up your bike at the station, and set off on your adventure, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Article written by :
Julien Marceau - Motorcycle journalist & southern traveler

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