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| Small picturesque village built on the steep side of a valley, Ceyreste was founded at the time of the barbaric invasions by the population of La Ciotat who came here to take refuge. |
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| Located at an altitude of 71m above the sea, the village benefits from a mild coastal climate. The old city is made up of small shaded lanes bordered by houses with high frontages to maintain the temperature cool during times of strong heat. You will also be able to admire its curious "cabarotes", roofed passageways which span the lanes. |
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In the heart of the village, the bell-tower of the roman Saint-Blaise church from the 13th century is topped by a wrought-iron campanile from the 19th century. And don't miss the Roman fountain in front of which a heavy stone trough lies: it is the old stoup of the church.
Activities
Fortified medieval church, lanes and cabarotes of the village, market on Friday morning (Place of the Town hall), excursions on foot, "The Terraces of Ceyreste", excursion with panoramic view on the bay of La Ciotat and all the surrounding hills, riding school. Tennis. 1st weekend of February: celebration of Saint Blaise (festivities in the streets, 'Calvacades', street parades...)
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