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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Ecotours Experiences on the Red Rocks of Esterel Hills

EcoSustainable Tours for all Tastes From Saint-Raphaël or Fréjus harbour, discover the Estérel massif and its exceptional landscapes thanks to a multitude of zero-emission activities! Board your iconic nosmoke...
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...
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...
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...
Les Terroirs du Verdon: Between Nature and Exceptional Gastronomy

Learn all about the Secrets of Truffles! The House of the Truffle is located in the heart of Aups Village, and offers for adults and children, amateurs, experts or neophytes, a fun dive into the underground and...
The Cradle of the Côtes de Provence AOC Wine

The Cradle of the Côtes de Provence AOC Wine Visit of the Château Font du Broc (wine estate): if you like old stones and traditional “savoir-faire”, immerse yourself in this authentic wine estate, and discover...
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...
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...
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....
The Rayol Mediterranean Garden: A Green Lung Right on the Beach

What is “The Rayol Garden”? The Rayol is a natural protected site of 20ha, located on the coast between Le Lavandou and Saint-Tropez. The famous French gardener Gilles Clément designed the garden as “a...
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...
Domaine d’Orvès: An Extraordinary Garden Next Door to the Ports of Toulon Bay

What is the “Domaine d’Orvès”? Charmed by the house and its 8 ha. backyard, the artist-painter Pierre Duval bought the estate in 1925 and set up its workshop. Nowadays, the descendants of the painter...