Culture - Var Provence Cruise Club EN

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.

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The Thoronet Abbey & Commanderie de Peyrassol’s Sculpture Park

Thoronet Abbey Surrounded by hills, the Thoronet is one of the most outstanding abbeys in France. It was built in 1 146 by the Cistercian Order and, although it is centuries old, it remains one of the best preserved...
Discover an Old Olive Oil Mill: Have a Taste of Provence

The Mill’s Story Build in the 14th century, the mill is located at the foot of the Coudon mount near the oldest olive grove in Provence, where each tree tells the story of an ancestral past. In the same family...
Hyères, when medieval history meets a lively art scene

Colourful Streets of the Old Town Take a walking tour through paved and narrowed streets in the medieval town and admire authentic shops, vaulted passages, shady squares… Perched upon the hill, the ruins of the...
The “Bandol Wine Institute”: Must-see in Var Provence

The “Bandol Wine Institute” Bandol is a one of the most famous Provençal wines with Protected Designation of Origin. The Bandol Wine Institute, located in Bandol, presents about 60 vineyards to explore in the...
Along the Coast from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Brégançon: Must-see in Var Provence

Discover the Coast from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Brégançon The coast from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Brégançon offers beautiful beaches still preserved from urbanization. L’Estagnol beach, surrounded by a pine forest,...
Château de la Clapière

A Queen’s Favourite Retreat in the Heart of Provence Come and discover this extraordinary property Cru Classé des Côtes de Provence, where the owner will tell you himself the history of his castle, to meet...
Petanque Challenge, Provencal Game

Challenge your friends at Provencal Game with Champions of Petanque, in the majestic Roman Arenas ! Pétanque the most popular tradition and game in the south of French that will make you feel like a Frejus...
The Royale Tower: Symbol of Toulon’s Marine Heritage

What is the “Royale Tower”? The Royale Tower, also called “the large tower”, is the symbol of Toulon’s maritime past and has a Historic Monument classification since 1947. The tower was built in early...
Hyères-les-Palmiers: Must-see in Var Provence

Hyères-les-Palmiers The visitors can discover the beautiful “City of Palm trees” with a walking tour from the old citycenter to the ruins of the medieval castle: Authentic shops, vaulted passages, shady...
Saint-Maximin Basilica & Hilltop Villages

Saint-Maximin & Hilltop Villages Discover and visit the basilica and the Royal Convent of Saint-Maximin, the most beautiful gothic building in South East France and the third most important tomb site in...
Lavender, a Natural Provencal Treasure in Valensole

Valensole, a Place like no Other The Plateau of Valensole, famous for its lavender and truffles, covers approximately 800km2 and is the biggest area in France devoted to growing lavender. The blooming period from...
Meet a Chestnut Producer, Collobrières

An ancestral tradition Nestled in the heart of the forested hilly chain of the Maures, Collobrières is the starting point for many walking itineraries. “Capital of the sweet chestnut “, Collobrières...