Culture

Var Provence, a land that welcomed civilisations and trade, offers astonishing cultural heritage and abounds in many relics, bearing witness to its history. From megaliths to Roman cities, from medieval villages to wealthy religious heritage, or military heritage such as the memorial Museum of the Second World War landing, Var reveals its rich past through remarkable sites.

  • A rich heritage of different cultures The Colonial & Military Heritage Tour: Military history has been an important part of Fréjus past from the time of  Emperor Julius Caesar to today. Fréjus was a land of...
  • Under the watchful eye of Mont Faron… Mont Faron is only located a few minutes away from Toulon or La Seyne harbour. The hill – 1,916 feet high – provides a large range of hiking trips (from easy to...
  • The Path of the Painters Have a nice walk following the 2km (1.2 miles) “path of the painters”! Numerous reproductions of paintings stand along a beautiful coastal path, and allow the visitors to discover...
  • A renowned estate rich in history! The Château de Saint Martin is located in the heart of Provence, ideally situated between the Mediterranean Coast (Gulf of Saint Tropez at 25km) and the Gorges du Verdon in the...
  • Discover the Roman Spirit of Fréjus Start with a Guided Tour of the Roman Monuments (about 3 hours): Theatre, Amphitheater,Gate of Gaul, Gate of Rome, Aqueduct and Ramparts. Then visit the Last Archeological...
  • Relax on Le Lavandou Beaches Le Lavandou is an outstanding seaside resort. Saint-Clair beach, bordered by hills, is very appreciated by locals and tourists alike. For higher standing, beautiful private beaches stand...
  • A Village packed with History Ollioules could be compared to an open art book. Monuments from different periods are scattered through town; from Romanesque to Hausmanian style, centuries have left a distinct yet soft...