Six-Fours, eldorado for sea lovers
Generous sea
Six-Fours-les-Plages’ position between Cap Sicié and the Bay of Sanary-sur-Mer makes it the ideal starting point for sea outings and nautical activities. Theisland of Les Embiez, the creeks of Cassis, the gates of the Pelagos sanctuary and the coves of the island of Grand Rouveau are just some of the many and varied possibilities for sea excursions. The coast can also be explored through gentle activities such as kayaking or paddle-boarding, when the weather’s fine, or during thrilling sports sessions when the wind picks up.
5 good reasons to enjoy the Six-Furnace coastline
- Marvel at the sea’s flora and fauna
- Let yourself be lulled to sleep by the lapping water
- Proving you can surf the Mediterranean
- Admire the islands from the sky
- Choose your activity according to wind conditions
Cast off
From the ports of Six-Fours – Le Brusc, Les Embiez, La Coudoulière or Port Méditerranée, cast your lot with the boat of your choice: catamaran, RIB, barbecue boat, jet ski, no-licence boat, kayak, maritime shuttle… For a few minutes’ crossing, a day with friends, a few days’ cruising or the time for a sunset at sea, take to the sea and savor the maritime landscapes in small groups, explore the islands and creeks, or set off to meet dolphins and other marine mammals. Guided by your desires, in total freedom or led by an experienced captain, the nautical pleasures of Provence Méditerranée are manifold.
Thrills and spills
Brutal Beach, the name may make you smile for a Mediterranean beach? But it was Robby Naish, several times world windsurfing champion, who gave the Bonnegrâce beach its name when he was surprised by the force of the six-furnace waves on his way to international competitions. The nickname has stuck to this day, and Brutal Beach, like other spots such as La Coudoulière, Les Charmettes and Le Cros, is a delight for surfing enthusiasts in Mistral weather: funboard, wingfoil, surf, bodyboard, wakeboard or water-ski… The six-fournais coastline promises great surfing sessions.
For fans of a less sporty format, but not without its thrills and smoothness, parasailing is the activity that will delight you. The pleasure of flying, without any feeling of vertigo, combined with the aerial discovery of landscapes will leave you breathless. This activity, accessible to all, can be enjoyed solo, in a duo, in a threesome or in a foursome.
What’s it like underwater?
The underwater world fascinates as much as it intrigues.
While some are like fish in water, others find it hard to immerse themselves in the Big Blue.
In Six-Fours, the range of water-based activities adapts to everyone’s temperament: if you’re not yet ready to dive, let an instructor accompany you on a snorkeling tour.
Stay at the surface and open your eyes wide: starfish, sea urchins, colorful fish and posidonia meadows are just a few meters below the surface.
And if you don’t want to put your foot in the water, the underwater vision boats are perfect for a first foray into Poseidon’s land, in complete serenity.
Focus on
Les Embiez
The island of Les Embiez is perfect for water sports such as sailing, wingfoil, Optimist… or admiring the hidden face of the archipelago by paddle or kayak.
A haven of marine biodiversity, your stay on the island is an ideal opportunity to observe the island’s flora and fauna, while snorkeling or scuba diving.
Our providers
Would you like to experience the pleasures of the Mediterranean in, on or under water? Here’s the list of water sports providers who offer courses, rentals, year-round classes or accompanied outings, so you can experience the sea at any time of year in Six-Fours les Plages.
