The Goelette Alliance is a 1949 wooden schooner that sails from the Quai d'Honneur of the Vieux-Port, in front of the Town Hall (gate 2), to the Calanques and the Frioul islands. Sailings are run by Voiles Tradition Marseille, 17C avenue Pasteur, 13007 Marseille. The Marseille tourist office lists the day cruise from EUR 115 (about USD 132.25), departing at 10:00, with a swim stop in a sheltered cove, a glass of rosé and a buffet; an evening sail with a swim and a cocktail at sunset was listed at EUR 65 (about USD 74.75) in 2025. The day cruise runs from 10:00 to 18:00 with a maximum of 27 people. The boat is labelled Esprit parc national by the Calanques National Park. The operator can change the route for weather and does not refund for those changes; the captain asks that buyers contact him before purchasing tickets. A phone number published by MyProvence is +33 7 69 04 66 46; the official website is goelette-alliance.com.
| Price | Day cruise from EUR 115 (about USD 132.25); evening sail EUR 65 (about USD 74.75) in 2025 |
|---|---|
| Duration | Day cruise 10:00-18:00; evening sail shorter |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Season | May-September |
| Address | Goelette Alliance, Quai d'Honneur, Vieux-Port (gate 2), 13002 Marseille, France; operator Voiles Tradition Marseille, 17C avenue Pasteur, 13007 Marseille |
Activity facts
- Where
- Vieux-Port, Marseille 2nd arrondissement
Equipment
Swimwear, towel, sun protection; meals as per the booking
Location
Goelette Alliance, Quai d'Honneur, Vieux-Port (gate 2), 13002 Marseille, France; operator Voiles Tradition Marseille, 17C avenue Pasteur, 13007 Marseille
43.2946, 5.3741 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional wooden schooner built in 1949
- Swim stop in a sheltered cove
- Lunch and wine included on the day cruise
- Esprit parc national label
Tips for visiting
- Contact the captain before buying tickets, as he requests.
- Bring swimwear, a towel and sun protection.
- Confirm current prices at goelette-alliance.com; the evening price dates from 2025.
- The day cruise starts at 10:00 at the Quai d'Honneur.
When to visit
May to September for swimming.
Accessibility
Boarding a schooner involves a gangway and a deck; ask the captain about reduced mobility.
Visit, book or contact
Frequently asked questions
How much is the day cruise?
From EUR 115 (about USD 132.25) according to the tourist-office listing.
Where does it leave from?
Quai d'Honneur, Vieux-Port, in front of the Town Hall (gate 2), 13002 Marseille.
What if the weather is bad?
The operator may change the route and does not refund for weather changes.