Le Castellet
What about Le Castellet ?
The village of Le Castellet is one of the tourist hotspots in Le Var. This superb small feudal village perched at the top of its promontory will enchant you with its small squares bordered with beautiful old houses carefully restored and its old stones highlighted with taste. The first tracing of life date from the period between the 5th and the 7th century.
The Paul Ricard Circuit, a world famous F1 racing track, is an exceptional place dedicated to leasure and tourism, located 13km north of the village, between the sea and the Sainte-Baume moutain.
Le Castellet’s features :
Today the medieval village of Le Castellet is a genuine Provençal village which has managed to preserve its charm and authenticity. Full of art galleries, workshops and restaurants with local food, Le Castellet is the place to go…and stay!
WHAT TO DO :
- Discover how this beautiful village has been shaped by history over the centuries
- Visit our workshops and galleries. Our artists have that unique souvenir to bring home
- Taste French dishes and specialties in one of our restaurants
- Taste all kinds of Provençal wines, and particularly wines with the Bandol appellation in “La Maison des vins”
- Visit exhibitions (fossils and paintings) in our Tourist Office
