Sailing
Marseille Region
Marseille Sailing Holidays
Charter your yacht in the oldest city in France – Marseille. It is located in the south of France and is one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean. Marseille has a long history and is truly a cosmopolitan melting pot. Besides beautiful beaches, there are a lot of cultural events you can attend in Marseille and have an unforgettable sailing holiday.
Yacht Charter in Marseille
If you are in town on 21 June, you will witness the entire city becoming a big concert stage, as it is then that Fête de la Musique, a big music festival with free concerts, takes place. If you are a sailor, a visit to the cube-shaped Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations is a must. One part of this spectacular building is even built under water.
The most popular place in the city is the Old Port of Marseille or Vieux-Port, where you can still see old yachts and wooden fishing boats. Don’t miss the morning fish market! Yacht charter in Marseille, gives you the opportunity to try bouillabaisse, the world famous fish stew that originates from this area. It is usually made for large groups of people so you’ll have a chance to socialize over a plate of this delicious stew!
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Best time to sail
April - October
Number of boat bases
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Closest airports
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Languages spoken
French
Tips
Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, Calanques National Park, Château d'If, Palais Longchamp, The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations
