Cassis
Cassis is a port town on the coast east of Marseille.
The big appeal of Cassis belongs to its picture postcard harbour, and the very impressive position in which it is located - with tree-dotted cliffs rising on both sides of the town, and equally to the access it provides to a couple of stunning local attractions.
Perhaps best described as small but perfectly formed, the harbour is filled with boats and lined with attractive traditional pastel painted buildings and plenty of cafes. There are a couple of streets behind the harbour to explore.
There is also a small sunny beach in Cassis, with the cliffs as perfect backdrop.
Apart from Cassis itself, be sure to find time for a couple of trips out from the town:
The Route de Cretes is a dramatic road that follows the clifftops to the south-east towards La Ciotat and is unmissable, with great views out to the sea and along the headland.
To the east of Cassis are the Calanques of Marseille - cliffs that plunge dramatically into the turquoise sea below - these are also unmissable! Best seen by boat-trip leaving from Cassis harbour, there are also footpaths that permit access and an alternative (very lovely) viewpoint.
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Tourist Classifications for Cassis
- approved Station Classée (resort paying particular attention to facilities for tourism)
Places to visit near Cassis, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Cassis.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
9 km: Aubagne (Marcel Pagnol birthplace) 25 km: Bandol (French Riviera port town) 14 km: Calanques at Marseille (Dramatic rocky coastline) 20 km: Marseille (Riviera city) 19 km: Saint Cyr sur Mer (coast resort and town)
See also Cassis (version Francais)
