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Beach at the end of the calanque of Port Pin Cassis

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Sibyle Delage / OT Cassis

The Calanque of Port Pin

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Port-Pin, the cove of Aleppo pines

Hidden between the Calanques of Port-Miou and En-Vau, Port-Pin is a real natural gem. Its tiny sandy cove, turquoise waters and leaning Aleppo pines make it an idyllic bathing spot. Here, sea spray mingles with the scent of resin and the white rock is reflected in the crystal-clear waters.

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Practical information

  • Access: from the centre of Cassis > Port-Miou > path towards Port-Pin
  • Duration: 30 to 40 min walk from Port-Miou (easy level / stony path)

Advice

  • Take good shoes
  • Bring water and a snack
  • No toilets or water on site
  • Unsupervised beach

A natural setting between sea and pine forest

  • An intimate cove full of charm
  • Pine trees providing natural shade
  • A perfect spot for swimming, with its gently sloping, quiet beach (best in the early morning and outside weekends)
  • Easy to reach and full of wild charm
  • An ideal spot for a break before continuing on to En-Vau
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Lionel Michelini / OT Cassis

Did you know?

The name Port-Pin comes from the many Aleppo pines that grow on the heights of the Calanque. These typical Mediterranean trees are able to survive in very dry soil, even on the edge of a cliff. Their twisted silhouette, sculpted by the wind and sun, contributes to the unique beauty of the area.

Preserving this fragile site

Port-Pin is a sensitive natural area in the heart of the Calanques National Park. To keep it as beautiful tomorrow as it is today:

  • Stay on the marked footpaths
  • Take away all your rubbish
  • Avoid trampling wooded areas
  • Respect the tranquillity of the area

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