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
Formerly "Carsici portus" under the Romans, Cassis is now a popular seaside destination. Nestling 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 offers breathtaking scenery. Its lively port, the starting point for exploring the Calanques, vibrates to the rhythm of the fishing boats and pleasure craft. The colourful quays invite you to take a stroll, while the Grand Large beach offers welcome sunbathing.
The town centre was rebuilt in the 18th century, with steep, regular streets leading up to the 19th-century church of Saint-Michel. Above, the remains of a medieval fortress offer a reminder of the town's turbulent past, once under the suzerainty of the lords of Baux-de-Provence.
The vineyards around the Gulf of Cassis bear witness to a long tradition of winegrowing. One of the first wines to be awarded AOC status alongside Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Sauterne, Cassis white wine is the perfect accompaniment to local seafood.
The statue of Calendal, the hero of one of Frédéric Mistral's epic poems, sits enthroned in the harbour, recalling the exploits of a fisherman in search of love. Explore the paths dotted with panoramic views, from the Route des Crêtes at Cap Canaille to the Calanque d'En-Vau near Marseille. Each step reveals a new chapter in the enchanting history of Cassis.
