Pointe Rouge · Marseille
The sea fishing experience, from line to plate
Cast off from Pointe Rouge, reel in your catch off the calanques, then sit down at l'Estéou to enjoy it as the Marseille sun sets over the water.
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The spirit of the open sea
A morning at sea, an evening at the table
The sea fishing experience in Marseille begins early, when the light still skims the water and the port of Pointe Rouge comes to life. You board and head for the clear waters of the calanques, where sea bass, bream and sar bite at dawn.
The gesture is simple, the wait precious. Every catch is a promise of a meal: the fish of the day has never been fresher than the one you pulled from the Mediterranean yourself.
The itinerary
How the trip unfolds
The departure
Meet at the port of Pointe Rouge, 13008. We set sail at dawn or in late afternoon depending on the tide and the light.
Fishing offshore
Heading for the calanques and the rich Marseille seabeds. Line, bait and tips: you reel in sea bass, bream and rockfish.
The table at l'Estéou
Back at the restaurant, almost at the water's edge. Your fish goes to the kitchen, simply grilled, and served facing the sea.
On board
The silence of the open sea, then the Mediterranean for a horizon
There is that suspended moment when the wake opens towards the sun, when Marseille fades behind the foam. Sea fishing here is as much a catch as a pause — the deep blue, salt on the skin, and a rising appetite.
From sea to plate
Your catch, cooked that very evening
The fish you reeled in makes only a short journey: from the boat to l'Estéou's kitchen. Grilled over the flame, drizzled with olive oil and citrus, it arrives whole at the table, as Marseille tradition demands.
And if the sea was quiet? Our menu takes over with the day's catch from our partners, bouillabaisse and Mediterranean seafood. The experience always ends with a true fish meal.
Why live this experience with l'Estéou
- A departure a stone's throw from the restaurant, in the heart of Pointe Rouge harbour.
- The finest fishing spots of the Marseille calanques, a few miles off the coast.
- A table at the water's edge to extend the day facing the sunset.
- Your fish cooked on site, or the day's catch from our menu if the sea runs shy.
Living sea fishing at Pointe Rouge
In Marseille, the sea is never far. Setting off from Pointe Rouge, the sea fishing experience distils the Mediterranean: the calanques, the morning light, and the joy of reeling in the fish that will end up on your plate.
L'Estéou naturally extends that day. Facing the sea, between the day's catch, grilled fish and seafood, the restaurant celebrates the Mediterranean on every table in Marseille.
Extend the experience
Discover our other encounters around the sea and fish, between Pointe Rouge and l'Estéou's table.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the sea fishing experience in Marseille start?+
Departure is from the port of Pointe Rouge, in the 8th district of Marseille, right next to l'Estéou restaurant at 1 Avenue de la Pointe Rouge.
What fish can you catch off Marseille?+
Depending on the season and the seabeds: sea bass, gilthead bream, sar, pandora and the rockfish typical of the Mediterranean calanques.
Can you have your catch cooked at the restaurant?+
Yes, that is the whole spirit of the experience. Your fish is prepared and simply grilled in the kitchen, then served in the dining room or on the terrace facing the sea.
Do you need experience to take part?+
No. The trip is for beginners and seasoned anglers alike: lines, bait and tips are provided so you can make the most of the moment.
How do I book my table at l'Estéou after the trip?+
Book online or call us on +33 6 02 05 65 46. The restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to midnight.
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Tuesday, Sunday · 10am to midnight · Closed on Monday