Provence Lifestyle

Provence is a world-known lifestyle.With its natural and cultural riches, each visitor may find in Var a real box of authentic delights: crickets beneath the breeze, the song of the cicadas, fields of lavender and olive trees, vines and orchards, fine sandy beaches, Provence little markets, sun and easy living.

  • 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...
  • Cooking Class with a Chef in a Provencal Vineyard In the heart of Provence lies the Château de Berne, some 600 hectares where authenticity and savoir-faire have been cultivated since 1750. Here, you’ll take a two...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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. ...
  • Sail towards the Freedom of the High Seas The captain welcomes you aboard a 70-year-old tuna vessel and tells you about his sea adventures. While you gaze at the breathtaking seascape, the seamen will make sure you...
  • 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...
  • Saint-Maximin & Hilltop Villages Discover and visit the basilica and the Royal Convent of Saint-Maximin, the most beautiful gothic building in South East France and the third most important tomb site in...
  • 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...