Marseille

Marseille's beating heart for 26 centuries. The quays are fully dog-friendly, with café terraces welcoming pets and a morning fish market. Iconic view up to Notre-Dame de la Garde.

20 km of wild coastline on the city's doorstep. Dogs are permitted on leash on all trails — Sugiton, En-Vau, Marseilleveyre. Watch for summer closures during high fire risk.

Marseille's oldest neighbourhood — a labyrinth of cobblestone streets, street art and cafés. Fully walkable with a dog; several terraces welcome pets.

5 km coastal road between Catalans beach and Vallon des Auffes. Dedicated pedestrian path and constant sea views — the city's best evening walk.

Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations. Dogs are allowed on the esplanade and outdoor walkways — only the interior is off-limits.

Archipelago accessible by ferry from the Vieux-Port (€10 return, dogs free). 10 beaches welcoming dogs on leash — the turquoise Calanque de la Crine rewards the one-hour walk.