Wine & Gastronomy - Var Provence Cruise Club EN

Var is a land where the simple joys of good living and good food are cultivated. Known for the quality of its local products, the Var main gastronomy specialities are mainly derived from its famous rosé wine, olive oil, figs, honey, chestnut and truffles but also Provençal stew, grilled fish, anchoïade or the unavoidable ratatouille! Come and discover the sceneries of our unspoiled landscape, our protected natural environment and healthy recipes stemmed from the subtle flavours of Provence.

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The “Côtes de Provence Wine Institute”: Must-see in Var Provence

The “Côtes de Provence Wine Institute” Located in Les Arcs-sur-Argens, in the countryside, the Côtes de Provence Wine Institute offers a variety of on-site amenities, activities, and services, including a...
Cotignac, Countryside Authentic Provencal Village

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. ...
Discovery of Le Lavandou Village

Le Lavandou Village Discover the heart of the village in a fun way through its History, former pictures, emblematic Provençal figures and Mediterranean gardens! Meet the shopkeepers and learn more about the...
Experience the Local Way of Life in Provence

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...
Unusual Wine Estates: Must-see in Var Provence

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...
Domaine d’Orvès: An Extraordinary Garden Next Door to the Ports of Toulon Bay

What is the “Domaine d’Orvès”? Charmed by the house and its 8 ha. backyard, the artist-painter Pierre Duval bought the estate in 1925 and set up its workshop. Nowadays, the descendants of the painter...
The ”Olive Tree City”: Ollioules

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...
Carriage Ride for Wine and Nature Lovers at Château Fontainebleau

A Carriage Ride to get close to Nature Seven beautiful horses, including five powerful ones from Franche-Comté, perform an ancient and uncommon activity: the horse and carriage. Couples, families or groups of friends...
Meet Local Aquaculture Farmers: Taste the famous Mussels & Oysters of Tamaris!

What is Aquaculture? With its 420km of Mediterranean coasts, the Var department has a great maritime heritage: visitors can taste delicious fishes (Bass, Sea Bream) as well as specialties such as “fried...
The “Cabanon des Vignes”: The Cottage of Vines

What is the “Cabanon des vignes” Discover the “Cabanon des vignes” with a local winemaker or a local beekeeper! The “Cabanon des vignes” is a 3.4 ha estate where vines and olive trees grow together:...
The Castille Domain

The Castille Domain A 300 hectares park located in a typically Provençal forest to spend great time between calm and serenity. A friendly place to enjoy nature though its paths, walking or pony riding following the...
Museum of Arts & Traditions

Discover the Museum’s history An ethnological museum that traces the daily life of the inhabitants of the 19th and 20th centuries. Located in the heart of the city, the Museum was created under the impulse of the...