Sailing Adventure starting from Marseille along the French Mediterranean Coast

Day 1 — Marseille → Calanques de Cassis (approx. 15 NM)

Sail: Half-day sail east along the stunning limestone cliffs of the Calanques National Park.

Anchor: Calanque d’En-Vau or Port-Miou (mooring buoys).

Onshore activities:

Hike to the panoramic Cap Canaille cliffs.

Swim and snorkel in the turquoise coves.

Dinner in Cassis’s charming old port — try bouillabaisse and local rosé.

Day 2 — Cassis → Île de Porquerolles (approx. 35 NM)

Sail: Longer open-water leg along the Côte d’Azur — possible lunch stop at La Ciotat or Bandol.

Anchor: Near Plage Notre-Dame (north coast).

Onshore activities:

Rent bikes to explore the island’s vineyards and beaches.

Visit the Fort Sainte-Agathe and local art galleries.

Sunset drinks at Le Pelagos overlooking the harbor.

Day 3 — Porquerolles → Île de Port-Cros (approx. 10 NM)

Sail: Short, calm passage through the Hyères islands.

Anchor: Port-Man Bay or Port-Cros harbor (limited moorings).

Onshore activities:

Walk nature trails in the protected Port-Cros National Park.

Snorkel the sentier sous-marin (underwater trail) at La Palud.

Quiet evening under the stars — no cars, limited lights.

Day 4 — Port-Cros → Saint-Tropez (approx. 25 NM)

Sail: Cruise along the Var coastline with views of Cap Bénat and Cavalaire.

Dock: Old Port of Saint-Tropez (book in advance or anchor at Pampelonne Bay).

Onshore activities:

Explore the Citadel and Musée de la Gendarmerie.

Stroll the old town’s pastel streets.

Dinner at Le Girelier or beach club cocktails at Pampelonne.

Day 5 — Saint-Tropez → Île Sainte-Marguerite (Lérins Islands, near Cannes) (approx. 35 NM)

Sail: Follow the glittering Côte d’Azur eastward.

Anchor: South side of Sainte-Marguerite (protected from north winds).

Onshore activities:

Visit the Fort Royal (where the Man in the Iron Mask was held).

Walk the pine-scented trails or picnic by the lagoon.

Optional ferry to Cannes for dinner and nightlife.

Day 6 — Sainte-Marguerite → Île des Embiez (approx. 45 NM westward leg)

Sail: Return westward past Toulon.

Dock: Port Saint-Pierre des Embiez (Paul Ricard island).

Onshore activities:

Visit the Oceanographic Institute and vineyards.

Rent bikes or paddleboards around the island.

Enjoy sunset dinner at Le BBQ de l’île.

Day 7 — Embiez → Marseille (approx. 25 NM)

Sail: Scenic final leg back to Marseille.

Optional stop: Lunch and swim at the Calanque de Sormiou.

Onshore activities:

Explore Le Panier (old town) and the MUCEM museum.

Farewell dinner overlooking the Vieux-Port.

Total distance: ~120 nautical miles (flexible)

Best season: May–September

Vibe: Mix of sailing, swimming, hiking, food, and culture

🧭 Practical Tips

Mooring: Reserve early in Saint-Tropez and Porquerolles during high season.

Fuel & provisioning: Marseille, Bandol, Hyères, and Saint-Tropez marinas.

Winds: Watch the Mistral — it can blow hard from the northwest.

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