Being situated in 20 km of Marseille and being separated from this one by the famous creeks, Cassis appears as a jewel protected from time. Small fishing port of 8000 inhabitants and sea resort of international reputation, the municipality knew how to protect its Provençal and Mediterranean authenticity.

Ses major trump cards are :
Le Cap Canaille, one of the highest maritime cliffs of Europe and creeks, two protected and classified natural sites. A former(ancient) centre elected in Zone of Protection of the Patrimony Urbain and Landscaped.

A vineyard of Label of origin controlled since 1936 and two flowers in the competition of cities and flowery villages. With his(its,her) 300 days of sun a year, Cassis is a tourist destination of any seasons. In winter, the clement temperatures allow the terrace lunches.

The visit of Cassis by small train will allow you a walk on the heights of the city with an open view on the bay of Black currant, the castle, the Cap Villain and the creek of Port Miou. Cassis also proposes numerous sports activities, to have a practice only or together with experimented monitors, on Earth or Sea.

For the organization of your stays the Office of tourism is for your listening and will be happy to make you share its passion Cassis.

text : advertising Brochure " Tourist Guide " Office of Tourism - Photo: G. Gervais