Experience Var Provence

The Forest’s Majesty   Stop at La Seyne-sur-Mer in one of the most beautiful harbours in the world. From the top of the Cap Sicié Massif (altitude 358 m) you will admire the unique panorama from the Iles...

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 “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...

Discover the Roman Spirit of Fréjus Start with a Guided Tour of the Roman Monuments (about 3 hours): Theatre, Amphitheater,Gate of Gaul, Gate of Rome, Aqueduct and Ramparts. Then visit the Last Archeological...

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...

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. ...

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...

Under the watchful eye of Mont Faron… Mont Faron is only located a few minutes away from Toulon or La Seyne harbour. The hill – 1,916 feet high – provides a large range of hiking trips (from easy to...

Discover a Var Nursery and its Mediterranean plants While strolling through the aisles, you will discover the many varieties of Mediterranean plants, adapted to the climate of our region. From the succulents to the...

Discover Bormes-les-Mimosas Bormes-les-Mimosas is a hilltop village called the “little Provençal Paradise”. It is renowned because of the gorgeous yellow flowers which bloom in the village from January to March,...

A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body … “Sea wading” is a recent practice which appeared in the early 2000’s. Basically, one walks along the coast immersed in water up to the hips or the chest with or without a...

Sanary-sur-Mer The traditional fishing port, the colorful “pointus” boats, the savors of the Provençal market, make the charm of this beautiful village. What a delight to taste sea urchins with a nice glass...