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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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...
Le Lavandou Beaches & Nautical Activities

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...
All about the renown Fig “Violette de Sollies”

Tour in the French Fig Capital ! The history of the fig While some places are famous for their wine or their cheese, Solliès-Pont in known for its fig, more precisely its “violette”. The fig finds in Vallée...
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...
Discovery of Le Lavandou Village

Le Lavandou Village Discover the heart of the village in a fun way through its History, former pictures, emblematic Provençal figures and Mediterranean gardens! Meet the shopkeepers and learn more about the...
The “Cabanon des Vignes”: The Cottage of Vines

What is the “Cabanon des vignes” Discover the “Cabanon des vignes” with a local winemaker or a local beekeeper! The “Cabanon des vignes” is a 3.4 ha estate where vines and olive trees grow together:...
The Bird Sanctuary & Salt Ponds’Tour, Hyères-les-Palmiers

When former salt ponds become a birds’ sanctuary… Imagine a land where birds’ populations have conquered a territory dedicated once – until recently – to salt production, a land which sits just...
Get Ready for a Family Adventure! Explore the Ancient Mines of Var Provence !

An Amazing Mine in Var Provence! This former copper and lead mine, located in a beautiful Mediterranean site, is on the top 5 of the worldwide mineralogical sites because of the wealth of its minerals. In this mine...
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...
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....
Cotignac, Countryside Authentic Provencal Village

Discover Cotignac … Picturesque Cotignac, unwinds its village Provencal rooftops at the foot of an impressive tuff cliff. It boasts as well troglodyte caves mainly used as a shelter place during uncertain times. ...
Get ready for a Taste of Provencal Traditions!

Provencal Cuture & flavors Take a stroll through the cute village of Solliès-ville and its museums. Solliès-ville has managed to preserve its traditions and likes to share them. The museums of the village are...