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We invite you to meet under the benevolent gaze of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde for an authentic experience in the grandest of Provence\u2019s luxury hotels, perched above the Old Port. The InterContinental Marseille \u2013 Hotel Dieu<\/a> enjoys a privileged location and serves as a gateway to Provence and the Mare Nostrum, just 5 minutes\u2019 walk from the Old Port, offering a wealth of activities\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bring your teams together in an exceptional setting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Discover Marseille differently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sailing in the Marseille bay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The more adventurous can set sail for a trip across the bay of Marseille \u2013 one of the most beautiful bays in the world, enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year. An ideal activity to bring company colleagues together in a non-professional environment and strengthen team cohesion. From the Pointe Rouge beach \u2013 a famous windsurfing spot \u2013 to the secret coves of the Frioul archipelago, nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike will enjoy discovering the many faces of the Marseille coastline.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A tour by 2CV<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What could be more distinctive than the iconic 2CV to discover the charms of a city and its region? Whether cultural or gastronomic, each stop on your itinerary will let you discover or rediscover the rich heritage of the Marseille terroir. Along the way, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to take routes that offer experiences as surprising as they are delightful: a 100% Marseille Chic journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Calanques<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Set sail from the pontoon on the Old Port, in front of the InterContinental \u2013 Marseille Hotel Dieu, for a relaxing cruise. Discover by sea one of Marseille\u2019s most treasured coastal gems: the Calanques \u2013 synonymous with wonder and beauty, with turquoise and crystal-clear waters framed by loaves of rock clinging to a labyrinth of limestone cliffs\u2026 Be amazed together by these enchanting landscapes\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A ros\u00e9 wine tasting?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why not extend your journey to Cassis, its vineyards and cliff-side wine cellars? There, in the company of passionate winemakers and sommeliers, you can taste the quintessential refreshing drink of Provence: ros\u00e9 wine. In the magnificent village of Cassis, facing the Mediterranean and beneath the cliffs of Cap Canaille, you will find the renowned Clos Saint Magdeleine. The cellar tours, oenology classes and dinners among the vines on offer there are one of the finest ways to immerse yourself in the Proven\u00e7al terroir and discover this drink that enlivens your summer evenings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Provence by Hot Air Balloon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Provence seen from the sky\u2026 The matte gold of perched villages, the chalky white of the Alpilles massif, the intoxicating violet of lavender fields in bloom, the ochre of Roussillon, the cool green of vines before the harvest, the intense red and yellow of poppy and sunflower fields\u2026 So many colours of Provence to discover from a unique vantage point \u2014 from the basket of a hot air balloon. A suspended moment that will create a lasting memory among your crew, for a time of rest above exceptional landscapes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Walking tours of two timeless cities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Arles, the most Roman city in Provence and a source of inspiration for some of the greatest artists \u2014 most famously the iconic Van Gogh. Aix-en-Provence, whose celebrated Cours Mirabeau lined with caf\u00e9s and restaurants, and the sublime Sainte-Victoire mountain, were immortalised so many times by the painter C\u00e9zanne\u2026 Two mythical Proven\u00e7al cities to explore on foot, so that all their hidden secrets and stories that animate these timeless streets may be revealed. Immerse your guests in the soul of Provence and inspire group cohesion\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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