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Simiane-Collongue
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The Castrum rock with its look out tower dominates over the ancient streets of the village. The "Tour Sarrasine or Tour de l'Horloge" (dates back to the XIII° century). The narrow streets lead up to the Parish Church Saint-Pierre.
On Saturday mornings, on the "cours des Héros" Further away at the foot of the historic Saracen tower views extend over the plain of Aix and the Sainte-Victoire mountain. Around the historic village you can also see the newer housing estates which have been built on the sunny plains. Discover the small paths which wind their way to the ancient hamlets of the Frères, St Germain, or les Putis as well as the the Marres. From the heights of the Pilon du Roi (710m) and the Col Saint-Anne (691m) you have wonderful views over the bay of Marseille and the Aix area. For those who enjoy archeology don't miss the archaeological museum in the basement of the Town hall which displays remains which have been found in the village, including some items which date back to prehistoric times. |
Roman chapel St Germain XI°. |
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Cabries ( 4km),
Aix en Provence (15 km), Gardanne
(8km), Mimet (6km), Bouc-Bel-Air
(5km).
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