The sea Deep blue, golden cliffs and an infinite horizon

A postcard landscape... a very real one

In Cassis, the sea is more than just a backdrop: it’s alive, changing and inspiring. It cradles fishermen at dawn, welcomes swimmers, kayakers and divers, and offers a different spectacle every evening. Between the bustling port and the secret calanques, the sea is the soul of Cassis.

An unspoilt Mediterranean, in the heart of the Calanques National Park

Beaches

Blue Flag

La Plaisance

“In Cassis, the sea is an invitation to slow down, breathe and reconnect with what’s essential. “

Navigate, drag and explore

Boat trips to the calanques (soft propulsion and hybrid vessels)
Kayaking and paddling on your own or with a guide
Scuba diving or snorkelling in secret coves
Electric boats without a licence for a slow ride at sea

Water sports

A responsible sea

Cassis is committed to a clean and respectful sea:

Fleet awarded the “Esprit Parc National” label
Ecological buoys in the Port-Miou cove
Electric boats and eco-responsible swimming stops
Raising awareness of marine fauna (mother-of-pearl, dolphins, seagrass beds, etc.)

A living, protected Mediterranean

The Blue Flag

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Did you know?

The bay of Cassis is protected by Cap Canaille, the highest maritime cliff in Europe. This unique configuration offers calm seas, crystal-clear waters… and particularly photogenic light at any time of day.

Unforgettable waterside experiences Much more than a towel on the sand...

Aperitif and sunset” boat trip
Photo shoot from the sea, overlooking the village and cliffs
Morning with a local fisherman
First diving experience, supervised by professionals

Activities & Visits

In the morning:

Yoga facing the sea at Le Bestouan or on the rocks at Le Corton
Paddle boarding at sunrise, a guaranteed sea of oil (leisure activities)
Breakfast in the sun, with a view of Cap Canaille

During the day:

Gourmet brunch on the terraces of the Grande Mer, the port, the Corton or the Bestouan beach
Snorkelling with the family, to observe the rocky seabed
Reading or siesta in the shade of a parasol, lulled by the lapping waves

At the end of the day:

Sunset aperitif on a deckchair: Same Same Beach, Comptoir de la Plage… (beach restaurants)
Petanque with a sea view: a Cassis classic
Evening swim, when the beach is calm again (the beaches)

Not to be missed

Apéro at sea” outings with swimming (to be booked at the port)
Summer DJ beach parties (see programme)
The chic straw hut for a bite to eat with your feet in the sand (find my restaurant)