Cassis Attractions
The little port of Cassis, 22km/14mi southeast of Marseilles, lies on a semicircular bay, framed by mountains. It was once the haunt of painters, including Vlaminck, Dufy and Matisse; nowadays it is an important recreation center for the people of nearby Marseilles.
Of interest are the old settlement center with remains of 12th and 14th C. fortifications, a castle (1381) and the beautiful Fontaine des Quatre Nations.
In September 1991 a cave with important pre-historic painting was discovered. The entrance is under water.
The cave, known as Grotte de Cosquer, is not open to the public.
Of interest are the old settlement center with remains of 12th and 14th C. fortifications, a castle (1381) and the beautiful Fontaine des Quatre Nations.
In September 1991 a cave with important pre-historic painting was discovered. The entrance is under water.
The cave, known as Grotte de Cosquer, is not open to the public.
