Experience Var Provence

What is “Rue des Arts”? It is a street dedicated to the art and the art of living located in the heart of the historical center of Toulon. Transformed into a journey of discovery, the rue Pierre Sémard has become...

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...

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 “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...

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....

An easy way to enjoy the beauty of the coast … Just a few minutes drive from La Seyne, stand up paddling is a valuable way to experience the  beauty of the coast without requiring any practice ! After your safety...

Fun Activities in Six-Fours-les-Plages Electric scooter ride for adults and children Gaou island (next to Six-Fours-Les-Plages) has a botanical discovery trail that you will follow by electric scooter!  Your guide...

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....

Go on an adventure! Whether you are keen on canoeing, cycling or tasting organic wine, in Les-Arcs-sur-Argens you will find wild beauty all around you. The Argens, a coastal river classified NATURA 2000 crossing the...

Enjoy Family Tours Discover Toulon’s secret spots Have a welcoming drink on the Club House Terrace of the Yacht Club and get onboard the cruise catamaran Mar Lodge. During the day, with the skipper, be the captain,...

What is the « Verdon Gorge »? The Verdon Grand Canyon is considered as the most beautiful and deepest canyon in Europe. Stepping over two departments (“Alpes de Haute Provence” and “Var”), the canyon has...

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...