Parc Borély, Marseille

This 18th century Château estate is now a public park with formal gardens, fountains, and a small lake with pleasant cafe. Designated as one of the Notable Gardens of France. Enjoy running on the paths of three gardens: the Garden à la Française, composed of a two lawns, a circular basin and a rectangular basin, and double rows of trees,: an English landscape garden, on the west side of the park, surrounding a lake, and decorated with statues and a fountain; and a recently renovated race track, connecting to the sea by a promenade. The park also features a Decorative Arts Museum. It's the perfect park for a warm up before a marathon or triathlon competition. Notice that the park is open from 6 am to 9pm.

Surface

80% ground, 20% asphalt

Max. Lap Length

2.8 km / 1.7 mi

Dogs & Walkers

Suggest info

Runners

High

Other

✅ Parkrun

✅ Night lighting

✅ Kinder space