IF YOU HAVE ENJOYED THE PAMPELONE BEACH CLUBS, ST TROPEZ VIBRANT NIGHTLIFE BUT ARE IN SEARCH OF AUTHENTIC PEACEFUL LOCATIONS, WHAT ABOUT CRUISING ALONG THE PROVENCAL COAST?
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WHAT ABOUT AN ESCAPADE TO PROVENCE ▪ ▪ ▪
Crystal blue waters, breathtaking coastlines with little coves, creeks, capes, peninsulas, fishing villages, lavender fields, drystone houses, miles of vineyards. This beautiful scenery is bathed in a unique honey-golden light so often captured by the impressionist and post-impressionist artists.
This is the authentic soul of Provence !
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CRUSING FROM ST TROPEZ TO MARSEILLE ▪ ▪ ▪
THE GIENS PENINSULA – PORQUEROLLES ISLAND – EMBIEZ ARCHIPELAGO – BANDOL – CASSIS
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West of St Tropez lies the Giens Peninsula – an unspoilt natural paradise. The Presqu’île de Giens is connected to the main land by two strips of land. Its northern side features shallow sandy beaches, its southern side steep cliffs overlook a myriad of secluded creeks.
The Giens peninsula hillside is home to exclusive properties as well as a tiny vienyard: the Domaine de la Presqu’île de Giens. It produces white, rosé , red wines as well as a delicious Muscat.
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Located a few miles off the Giens Peninsula, the Hyères archipelago also called the Golden islands consists of the Porquerolles island, Port Cros and Ile du Levant.
Port Cros is a National Marine Park and its access is strictly regulated. Ile du Levant is a Military site.
As for Porquerolles, it is only accessible by smaller yachts or tenders.
Beautiful beaches, bays, and a small port make Porquerolles quite a unique destination. Porquerolles boasts a famous vineyard: the Domaine de la Courtade.
Cruising along the Coast further West, you may visit Saint-Mandrier sur Mer, pass by the Embiez Archipelago, Bandol, famous for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters and rich wine heritage and Cassis.
Please note, there may be anchorage restrictions and specific authorized areas along this itinerary.
Did you know that the Embiez Island was bought by French industrialist Paul Ricard, who gave his name to the eponymous Pastis: a liqueur with herbal notes from ingredients like anise seeds, fennel and licorice roots.
Chartering a yacht in Provence will take you to fine vineyards where you will enjoy gourmet dining and a memorable wine tasting experience.
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Flavours and Tastes of Provence
Herbes de provence
A key ingredient in Provence cuisine composed of marjoram, rosemary, thyme and oregano.
Tapenade
Another core component Provencal cuisine: an olive paste made of local olives.
Bouillabaisse and its rouille
This is a fish soup made of at least three kind of fish including red scorpionfish, seasoned with Provencal Herbs, onions, garlic, tomatoes served with a rouille sauce and bread croutons.
As for desserts:
Lavender biscuits, calissons d’Aix made of local candied melon or orange and almonds.
If you prefer fruits, try the delicious melons, figs and grapes.
Wines of Provence
Provence is known for its dry rosés, firm spicy reds, dry gently aromatic whites.
Key grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault, Rolle, Bourboulenc
Among the most famous Côtes de Provence, let us not forget Château d’Esclan, Château Minuty, Château Sainte Roseline, Domaine OTT