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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.

  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • Enjoy French Food & Drinks in a Different Way
    Enjoy Brunch “Made in Provence” & Discover the Vineyard’s Secrets Fancy tasting wine and make a nap under an olive tree with the song of cicadas? Take it easy during a half day, discovering all...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • All about the renown Fig “Violette de Sollies”
    Tour in the French Fig Capital !   The history of the fig While some places are famous for their wine or their cheese, Solliès-Pont in known for its fig, more precisely its “violette”. The fig finds in Vallée...