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Plage de la Grande Mer
About
Plage de la Grande Mer is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 20th place out of 59 beaches in the Bouches-du-Rhone region 16.5 km away from its center, the city of Marseille. It is one of the beaches of Cassis settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is very crowded place during the season.
Plage de la Grande Mer coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Calanque d'En-Vau, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Plage de la Grande Mer is located in Bouches-du-Rhone region (French Riviera sub-region) within Cassis, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach in Cassis is the largest, stretching 200 meters long. It's a combination of sand and gravel, but be sure to bring a comfortable cushion to rest on as the pebbles can be a bit uncomfortable. During the summer months, there are lifeguards and other amenities available. Plus, it's conveniently located near the city's port."
Samantha Lee
"I highly recommend visiting this beach if you're in the area. I took the train from Marseille on October 1st and it was a quick journey. From downtown, I caught the M1 bus which runs every 30-60 minutes. Although the sea was freezing cold, it was still refreshing to swim in. Additionally, the beach has toilet facilities available for a fee of 1€ each or 2€ for a shower. The ..."
Lena Rivera
User reviews
"The beach in Cassis is the largest, stretching 200 meters long. It's a combination of sand and gravel, but be sure to bring a comfortable cushion to rest on as the pebbles can be a bit uncomfortable. During the summer months, there are lifeguards and other amenities available. Plus, it's conveniently located near the city's port."
Samantha Lee
"I highly recommend visiting this beach if you're in the area. I took the train from Marseille on October 1st and it was a quick journey. From downtown, I caught the M1 bus which runs every 30-60 minutes. Although the sea was freezing cold, it was still refreshing to swim in. Additionally, the beach has toilet facilities available for a fee of 1€ each or 2€ for a shower. The ..."
Lena Rivera
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Restaurants
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- Bellec Giraud• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Le Petit Train Touri...• 2 min walk
- Visit Of Creeks• 2 min walk
- Salles voutées• 3 min walk
- Four Banal• 4 min walk
Transport
- JAH• 9.3km
- Place Bonnefon• 13.4km
- Cassis• 2.7km
Localities
- Cassis• 240m
- Marseille• 16.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de la Grande Mer?
The coastline of Plage de la Grande Mer is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Plage de la Grande Mer?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de la Grande Mer, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Plage de la Grande Mer good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage de la Grande Mer does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Plage de la Grande Mer good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Plage de la Grande Mer secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de la Grande Mer?
The bar is located right on the Plage de la Grande Mer.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bada - (Pop-up)Restaurant de Plage is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de la Grande Mer?
There are 872 places to stay in the Plage de la Grande Mer area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de la Grande Mer include:
- The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Cassitel, Cassis Port (Inter-Hotel)
- Hotel Liautaud
- Sure Hotel by Best Western Coeur De Cassis
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage de la Grande Mer from parking?
The Plage de la Grande Mer has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage de la Grande Mer?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de la Grande Mer that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Le Petit Train Touristique de Cassis located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de la Grande Mer?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de la Grande Mer is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage de la Grande Mer (Bouches-du-Rhone) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Plage de la Grande Mer (Bouches-du-Rhone) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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