Experience Var Provence
Excursions Ideas
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Discover Collobrières… Nestled in the heart of the forested hilly chain of the Maures, Collobrières is the starting point for many walking itineraries. “Capital of the sweet chestnut “, Collobrières...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Versatile boat tour experiences A few minutes’ drive from La Seyne will lead you to Bandol, capital of Bandol wines, a lovely Provencal fishing harbour. What is best than a boat tour on the Med to understand local...
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Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud No need to introduce Saint-Tropez, the world-renowned village where stars and tourists come to get a tan on the idyllic beaches, sip a cocktail on the typical fishing port and go dancing...
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From Medieval Food Crops to the AOC Bandol Vineyards The domain “La Font des Pères” owes its name to a spring and to the settlement in the 13th century of a religious community. There, monks would grow both vines...
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What is the “Domaine La Castille”? La Castille is a beautiful 160ha vineyard estate open to public all year round. It is the perfect place to enjoy a typical Provençal environment by strolling through the...
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Discover Saint-Raphaël variety and its unique natural sites The town and its districts offer visitors landscapes varying between land and sea. On the programme: the Corniche d’Or, the famous seaside resort of...
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Relax on Le Lavandou Beaches Le Lavandou is an outstanding seaside resort. Saint-Clair beach, bordered by hills, is very appreciated by locals and tourists alike. For higher standing, beautiful private beaches stand...