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Andre Rick / OT Cassis

The beaches of Cassis Sun, pebbles and a gentle way of life at Cap Canaille

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A charming place between sea and village

In Cassis, the beaches slip between the cliffs and creeks. Pebbles, sand, rocks or umbrella pines: a little piece of paradise for everyone. Easy to get to, bathed in brilliant light, they’re an invitation to relax all year round.

Blue Flag beaches, breathtaking views of Cap Canaille.

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Cove of Corton
Very small pebble cove. Nearby gourmet restaurants: La Villa Madie 3* Michelin and Brasserie du Corton.
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Bestouan Beach
Beach of pebbles and rocks of 150m by 30m. On the horizon, the Cap Canaille in majesty...
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La Grande Mer Beach
Set in the centre of Cassis, "Plage de la Grande Mer" is an easy-to-reach, family-style shingle beach, cleaned every day and attended by a lifeguard.
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Anse de l'Arène
Discover Anse de l'Arène beneath Cap Canaille: a sublime, peaceful beach! A guaranteed escape in a natural setting.
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Placas de Les Roches
Slabs (flat rocks) plunging into the sea. Bars and restaurants nearby. Natural "beach", not supervised. Difficult access to the sea.
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"In Cassis, every beach has its own story... And they all make you want to do nothing. " 

Partner beach restaurants

Le Comptoir de la plage
A panoramic square counter overlooking the entire bay, where you can sip a cocktail or a glass of wine from the surrounding vineyards.
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Bathing with a conscience

  • Blue Flag beaches for water quality
  • Respect bathing areas and the seabed
  • Leave nothing behind
  • Two supervised beaches (from 9am to 7pm on weekends and public holidays, from 12 May to 10 June, and every day from 15 June to 16 September and at weekends until the end of September): La Grande Mer and le Bestouan

Water classified as “excellent” by the ARS

Did you know?

The Grande Mer beach, right in the heart of the village, is one of the few beaches in the region to be directly accessible on foot from a fishing port. Ideal for families, it is supervised in summer and offers all amenities (restaurants, showers, ice creams, etc.).

Also to be experienced...

  • Aperitifs or brunches with your feet in the sand (Le Comptoir de la Plage, Le Grand Large, Le Corton Beach, Same Same Beach, Le Bestouan, …)
  • Impromptu pétanque matches by the sea
  • Musical evenings on the beaches in season
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