Cassis

Where the rugged massifis of Provence come down to meet the sea, discover this lively fishing port/resort. Nearby, the spine of the mountains rises from the sea in fabulous columns called Calaques, making for some dramatic cruising.

Adventures

Rock climbers come here from all over Europe (and perhaps even further) to scale the white cliffs of the calanques. Climbs can start from near accessible areas at the head of the inlets, or directly from the sea, and go up as high as 240 meters. Small boats at the harbor take climbers out to the base of the cliffs, or the tourist navettes will drop them off or pick them up at the accessible points.

Food

Wine was being made around Cassis even before the Greeks arrived around 600 BC, and it's only gotten better. The appellation Cassis wine, received the Appellation d'Origine Controlée in 1936 -- the first in the region. It's produced in red, rosé and white, with the white being the most famous.

Currency

The local currency is the euro.

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