Provencal Authenticity and Hospitality
Bouches du Rhône 
Alpilles - Saint Rémy de Provence - Baux de Provence - Aix en Provence - Arles - Tarascon - Camargue - Saintes Maries de la Mer - Marseille - Cassis - Calanques - Sainte Baume - Sainte Victoire - Côte Bleue
Once "Carsici portus" under the Romans, Cassis has flourished into a popular seaside destination. Nestled in a bay framed by the Mont de la Gardiole to the west and the majestic cliffs of Cap Canaille to the east, the town boasts breathtaking scenery. Its lively port, the starting point for exploring the Calanques, bustles with fishing boats and leisure crafts. The colorful quays invite leisurely strolls, while the Grand Large beach offers sunbathers and swimmers a perfect retreat.
The town center, rebuilt in the 18th century, reveals steep and orderly streets leading to the 19th-century Saint-Michel Church. Above, the remains of a medieval fortress recall the town's past under the suzerainty of the lords of Baux-de-Provence.
The vineyards surrounding the Gulf of Cassis bear witness to a rich winegrowing tradition. Producing one of the first wines to receive AOC status alongside Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Sauterne, the white wine of Cassis pairs perfectly with local seafood.
The statue of Calendal, the hero of an epic poem by Frédéric Mistral, sits proudly in the port, recalling the exploits of a fisherman in search of love. Explore trails dotted with panoramic views, from the Route des Crêtes at Cap Canaille to the Calanque de Port-Miou. Every step unveils a new chapter in Cassis's enchanting story.
