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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Gulf of Saint-Tropez: Must-see in Var Provence

Gulf of Saint-Tropez L’Escalet beach is a jewel nestled between Cap Camarat and Cap Taillat; it is often compared to a Seychelles beach because of its cleared blue waters. All around, outstanding coves to explore....
Explore the Ancient Mines of Var Provence: When History meets Adventure Underground

The Mine of Cap Garonne in Le Pradet (Copper and Lead) According to the scientists, this former copper and lead mine is on the top 5 of the mineralogical sites known so far, because of the wealth of its minerals....
Museum of Arts & Traditions

Discover the Museum’s history An ethnological museum that traces the daily life of the inhabitants of the 19th and 20th centuries. Located in the heart of the city, the Museum was created under the impulse of the...
Fréjus, Colonial & Military Heritage Tour

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...
Discover Porquerolles: Have a Green Escape on a Paradise Island & Visit a Contemporary Art Museum

Discover the Natural Wonders of Porquerolles Island Charlotte -a nature lover guide- will welcome you at the « Tour Fondue », in Hyères, where you will take a boat to Porquerolles. Through the paths in the heart...
Fréjus: A City with 2000 years of History

Fréjus, 2000 years of History ! Fréjus was the first Roman military harbor of the Mediterranean coast. Nowadays it is a popular city of Art and Culture because of its numerous historical monuments to visit. Roman...
From Romantism to the Belle Epoque

From ancient Rome to Romanticism, there is only one easy step along the way in Fréjus. Romanticism : an art, a philosophy. It is thought nature that romanticism expresses its sensibility, discovered through thoughts...
Memorial Museum of WW2 Landing in Provence

What is the Memorial? Located at the top of the Mont Faron hill which dominates Toulon with an exceptional panorama of the Var coast, the memorial is equipped with the latest advances in historical research...
Discovering a Provencal Estate & its History

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...
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...
Activities in & around Mont Faron, Toulon

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...
Confidential Gourmet Experience: If France could fit in a Bottle or in a Plate

Confidential Gourmet Experience: If France could fit in a Bottle or in a Plate You have already participated in dozens or more wine tastings, cheese & wine pairings, yet this is a one kind gourmet experience....