Experience Var Provence

What is “The 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...

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...

What is the “Domaine du Muy”? Imagine a 12-ha park nestled in a wild, unspoiled Mediterranean forest. Following a 2km path (about 45 min’ walk), the visitors are surprised to find 37 giant sculptures, proof of...

Shop at the “Provençal” Market and Discover “pétanque” Game Like a local, go to the “Provençal” market and buy fresh products during your walking tour in the authentic Mourillon area. Then, enjoy a...

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....

Bendor, the Hidden Getaway … Located off Bandol coast, privately owned Bendor Island is a hidden treasure of Var Provence with an easy access all year round. Guests will depart Bandol pier on board a traditional...

Unusual Wine Estates “Fabre wine company” has 7 wineries spread over 550ha around the city of Hyères. The Château de l’Aumérade (in Pierrefeu-du-Var) is open to public and offers tours including the 3 500m2...

The “Route des vins Institute” The “Route des vins Institute” is the official representative of oenotourism in Var Provence. Thanks to its network of 448 partners, it offers several wine routes which perfectly...

A Village packed with History Ollioules could be compared to an open art book. Monuments from different periods are scattered through town; from Romanesque to Hausmanian style, centuries have left a distinct yet soft...

What is “Toulon Opera House”? Toulon Opera House was inaugurated in 1862 and was at the time the largest opera house in France with a main room of 1 797 seats. The Garnier Opera in Paris opened in 1875, meaning...

What is the “Circuit Paul Ricard”? The Circuit Paul Ricard, also called “the Castellet Circuit”, is a world-renowned racing circuit created in 1970. It has forged its legend in the 70’s and 80’s by...

Discovering Pétanque, Provence traditional sport A little history, Pétanque is a ball sport born in La Ciotat, near Toulon, in 1907, whose name comes from the expression “Pieds-Tanqués”, which means...