Getting around by boat and ferry Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Sanary-sur-Mer is a bit like Saint-Tropez, only less overrated. Or perhaps it's the Saint-Tropez of before the glamour craze that has taken over, with all the starlets and yachts that invade its port in summer. Sanary-sur-Mer, on the other hand, has kept its small fishermen's port and remains very authentic. Here, you can admire the pretty, colorful fishing boats known as "les pointus". You'll love taking photos of them, so picturesque and typical of Sanary. A wide promenade is planned for 2024.

It is one of the major ports of call in the Mediterranean, where people walk around just to see all the big ships moored in the old port. A sight not to be missed. In the heart of the village, it offers a capacity of 734 moorings divided into two basins covering an area of nine hectares. A fuel station, a fenced technical area, located south of the Lescudier basin is available to users. If you want to rent boats for the day, it is also possible at the large parking lot.

La Ciotat is the beginning of the Riviera after Marseille, the place where you finally feel like you're on the French Riviera. It looks like Cannes with its palm trees and seaside restaurants but much simpler. La Ciotat has 4 harbours that can accommodate more than 1,500 boats: theMarina, the Port des Capucins, the Port Saint-Jean, and finally the Port Vieux.Old but new at the same time, since it has just undergone a major rehabilitation project. 10 months of work and a result that has lived up to the expectations of the Ciotadens for many years.

Port Fréjus is a dynamic port, in constant evolution, which has become an emblematic district of the city, where the establishment of numerous shops and restaurants brings animation. As far as security is concerned, the site is permanently under video surveillance and a night guard is present 365 days a year. The port offers boaters a full range of services, a shipyard, fresh water points available on all pontoons, 4 sanitary facilities, spread out over the port and open 24 hours a day, and a lounge area above the harbour master's office.

The first phase of one of the windows of Marseille, the place of convergence of the Marseille people, took place just before the event Marseille Provence 2013. The semi-piétonisation of this highly mineral natural space pays homage to its original aspect of 26 centuries ago, when Protis reaches its vaisseau vessel in the calanque of the Lacydon. The Old Port has been completely redesigned, redesigned, and the beautiful share has been made to pedestrians that significantly reduce the previously dedicated place for motorists. The second stage, with the end of the paving of the Island of Neuve (delivery before summer 2016) and the Port Pier (in 2017), as well as the creation of a parks of the Catalans and Fort Saint-Nicolas parks, and that of a public garden in the Anse du Pharo, started in September 2015 and will end in 2020. If the barriers to the Old Port have disappeared, further improvements have been made to the use of recreational boaters.

The former maritime station has been completely dismantled to give way to a modern project, designed to accommodate bus boats serving certain cities of Toulon. As you may know, the Mistral network is buses around the entire TPM community and the town of Toulon, but also three maritime lines at your service for faster, economical and pleasant journeys. Line 8 M will take you to Seyne, line 18 M in Beaches and Tamarisks, and line 28 M on the peninsula of Saint-Mandrier. Each crossing lasts an average of 20 minutes and is paid with a normal transport card. You can also buy a ticket directly on the boat. The little plus: Night shuttles after the days and the season, to get to the end of Toulon at any Time (every night during the summer season)!

La Méridionale is the historic company for crossings between Marseille and Corsica. On board, you'll enjoy a warm welcome and top-quality services. You'll enjoy a comfortable cabin and a tasty Corsican-inspired meal concocted by the chef and his brigade. You'll travel in serenity and relaxation. Crossings are made at night on board human-sized ships, and 90% of customers say they are satisfied with their crossings on board (survey of 2,494 customers in 2022).

Located at the entrance to the town from Fréjus, the Sainte-Maxime marina and its harbor master's office is home to 400 pleasure boats, five fishermen with their sales stalls, a yacht club and a yachting association. It offers a wide range of services, including a reception dock, a fuel station open 24 hours a day, a parking lot, shuttles and water cabs, a shipyard, a craning and handling area.

Embark for the island of Porquerolles or Port-Cros on board the company Les Bateaux Verts, and discover the emblematic sites of these islands with multiple charms. The duration of the stopover is about 4h30 for Porquerolles and 5h30 for Port-Cros. Enough time to explore these real jewels preserved in peace and quiet. Departures from Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime, Cavalaire or Les Issambres. The staff on board is welcoming. Please note that in case of bad weather conditions, crossings may be cancelled.

The port of Nice is called Port Lympia, after the spring that fed this ancient marshy lake. Opened to navigation in the ^18th century, facing the square of the "Ile de Beauté", it is the first cement port in France in connection with the pebble processing factories of the Paillon valley and the second cruise port in France. It is divided into 2 parts: a commercial port at the entrance and a marina at the back where you can stroll in front of magnificent yachts. During the summer, you can discover the Côte d'Azur coastline by taking a boat trip.

Many excursions and excursions are offered from the old port to discover the red rocks of the coves of Esterel, Lérins Islands, Port Cros, and allow you to reach Saint-Tropez in 45 minutes, avoiding the summer caps!

The Autonomous Port of Marseille is the number one in France and is particularly used for its regular lines to the Maghreb, Corsica and its neighbouring island, Sardinia. It has enclosed and secure cruise terminals and is very easy to access, as it is served by numerous means of public transport via the Joliette, metro or tranway. Numerous cruises also stop here since the city's tourist boom in 2013.

The port of Bandol, ninth port of France, is really a privileged port for the vacationers. Located between Marseille and Toulon, it allows you to quickly reach the islands of Porquerolles and the sublime creeks of Marseille. Equipped with a careening area with berths from 5 to 40 meters, it is easy to perform repairs and routine maintenance. The port has of course a fuel station. It is also a pleasant port for a little stroll along the water to admire the boats of Bandol and the whole world.

A recent company created in May 2016 out of the ashes of SNCM. With a fleet of seven ships, it offers crossings from Marseilles on one of its four mixed cargo vessels (passengers and freight) to Ajaccio, Bastia, Ile-Rousse and Porto-Vecchio. Journeys to Sardinia, Algeria and Tunisia are also provided. Some ships can accommodate more than 2,000 passengers and up to 800 vehicles. The staff is attentive and comfortable, with each ship having bars, snack bars and restaurants. In 2017, Corsica Linea still carried 560,000 passengers. Promotions are offered online.

Appareillez under sail towards the island of Port Cros, on an old rig ketch of tradition of 27 meters and 350 square metres of sails, and spend a wonderful day at sea with meals on board and possibility of bathing.

Located in the heart of the city, the two basins of the port have many services and facilities. A mooring area is organised outside the harbour, as well as a reception pontoon under the harbour master's office, a free launching ramp is available in the West basin as well as a crane space in the East basin. The port is also committed to sustainable development, with daily monitoring of water consumption, respect for the environment, codes of conduct for cetaceans, protection of marine fauna..

The port has been awarded the European Blue Flag since 1989 and enjoys an ideal location on the Mediterranean. It is sheltered from the prevailing winds by the Giens peninsula and extends over 13 hectares. With nearly 1,500 berths, it has a large capacity and can accommodate boats up to 37 meters long. Beaches and numerous shops are nearby. Note that the city of Hyères has 4 other harbors: Ayguade, La Capte, Port Auguier and Port du Niel (in Giens).

To go to the Golden Islands, there are regular shuttles that make the crossing throughout the year. The boats belong to the same company: TLV TVM. Departures for Porquerolles are from the Tour Fondue, those for Port-Cros and Le Levant from the port of Hyères. In July and August, the 2 islands tour allows you to visit Port-Cros and Le Levant on the same day. Please note that the accessible part of Le Levant island is naturist, and that in season, it is strongly recommended to play the game. Good luck!