Another Lousy Day in Paradise

After seeing Roman ruins and losing our way in multiple narrow streets we headed for the Mediterranean and we both thought this was the highlight of our trip.  We even went back a few days later.

Cassis is a small coastal town 30 minutes south of Aix and we drove there to spend the day.  It knocked our socks off.  Imagine driving down a steep valley amongst vineyards and flowers.  Suddenly there is the Mediterranean and this massive cliff above it.  This is a picturesque fishing village and although there were lots of tourists it hasn't been completely overrun.  Parking was tight - it is everywhere.  Be thankful you can just pull up and park anywhere you want to.  Not so here.  The walking was steep but what a view. 

View from la roue des Crestes

 Before we went into town we drove up the fabulously windy la route des Crestes to the view from Cap Canaille.  This is a 1000 foot cliff (no guardrails) above the Mediterranean.  Even Tom had to step back once from the edge.  Every viewpoint was breathtaking - literally.
Climbers love the area.  The sea has multiple colors of blue - hard to capture in a photograph. 

Down to the harbor

Seaside lunch - local wine

Perfect day.