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Wine & Gastronomy

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.

  • Château de la Clapière
    A Queen’s Favourite Retreat in the Heart of Provence Come and discover this extraordinary property Cru Classé des Côtes de Provence, where the owner will tell you himself the history of his castle, to meet...
  • Cooking Class at the Château de Berne Vineyard
    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...
  • Ecotours in Wild Var Provence on Argens River
    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...
  • 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...
  • 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. ...
  • 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...
  • Get ready for a Taste of Provencal Traditions!
    Provencal Cuture & flavors Take a stroll through the cute village of Solliès-ville and its museums. Solliès-ville has managed to preserve its traditions and likes to share them. The museums of the village are...
  • Fréjus: A City with 2000 years of History
    Fréjus, 2000 years of History ! Fréjus was the first Roman military harbor of the Mediterranean coast. Nowadays it is a popular city of Art and Culture because of its numerous historical monuments to visit. Roman...