From Toulon one can choose to charter
up the French Riviera or down towards Marseilles. Although
the charter industry has made the French Riviera hugely attractive,
there is a very special Provencal appeal that awaits discovery.
At the hub of this region is Marseilles, the third-largest
city in France and home to one of the largest and oldest ports
in France.The city and nearby coastline is fascinating. Be
sure to visit the old fishing town of Cassis and seaside Bandol
with its fabulous wines. While cruising this region be sure
to indulge in its local gastronomical specialty.
The French Riviera (from Toulon to Monaco) evokes images of white sandy beaches, fabulous charter luxury yachts. The coast follows the foothills of mountains which shelter the sailing waters and provide a scenic background. Regardless of your charter itinerary in the French Riviera, you will find countless charming harbors and quiet anchorages among the more well-known stops offering superb dining, shopping and nightlife. Visit the chic resort towns and picturesque fishing villages, spend several days in the lovely Iles de Porquerolles or venture further along the coast to glamorous Monaco. As always, food and wine are essential elements of your South of France experience. Depending on your port of call, you'll find elegant restaurants, stylish bistros, or intimate cafes and in all of them, you'll savor marvelous wine and superb cuisine..
French Riviera offer all the types of yacht charter such as bareboat charter, skippered, crewed yacht charter, catamaran, sailboat, motoryacht and luxury yachts charter.
Climate
There is a perfect cruising in the French Riviera May through September, with sunny, warm, dry weather. This balmy climate allows a broad range of vegetation to flourish, and provides the area with a unique cuisine.
The sea is generally quiet with moderate breezes and the tides and currents are easily negotiated. Generally the wind blows northwest at 5-15 knots, which makes for pleasant sailing conditions and calm anchorages.
Seasons
Low season : from October to April
Middle season : May, June and September
High season : July and August.
Airports
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE). Situated four miles (6kms) west of Nice. There are a number of restaurants, bars and shops, banks and foreign exchange in both terminals. Nice Airport website.
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). Located 15 miles (24kms) north of Marseille and 16 miles (26km) south of Aix-en-Provence. Facilities include a variety of retail outlets and duty free shopping; bars, restaurants and cafes, Internet cafés, a Business Centre, and banks, ATM and change booth. Marseille Airport website.
Qualifications
To charter a sailing yacht in French Riviera it is only necessary for one crew member to have a good skipper resume.
Bareboat motoryachting is only allowed under 35 feet, a nautical licence is mandatory.
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