Villages to visit in the Var, South of France (18)

In the heart of the Massif des Maures, this village has the particularity of being surrounded by unspoiled nature, forests of cork oaks and chestnut trees. It is therefore the ideal place for hikers and lovers of peace and nature close to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

On the edge of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Grimaud is a charming village that has managed to preserve its medieval character. Perched on a hillside, it offers landscapes of rare beauty. A stone's throw away, Port-Grimaud is worth the detour.

Between Hyères and Le Lavandou, this hilltop village steeped in history, one of the most flowery and beautiful in France, has a coast bordered by beaches and magnificent creeks. All summer activities are available there, enough to spend a successful holiday!

Le Lavandou or “The City of Dolphins” is an old fishing village on the shores of the Mediterranean. Although the name of this charming town is reminiscent of lavender, know that it would rather be inspired by the Provençal term, lavadou, which means, washhouse. Nestled at the foot of the Massif des Maures, between Toulon and Saint-Tropez, the bay of Lavandou stretches out in a green setting over 12 kilometers of coastline with 12 magnificent fine sandy beaches.

Between land and sea, Le Rayol-Canadel stretches out in a natural circle of greenery. The site is wooded with forests of cork oaks, heather and mimosas, with the Massif des Maures to the north and the rocky coastline to the south which is home to four fine sandy beaches (one of which hosted the Allied landings).

Between Toulon and Le Lavandou, this lively seaside resort is the southernmost town in Provence, and one of the largest and largest in France. "Hyères-les-Palmiers", as it is nicknamed, offers an incredible diversity of landscapes among the most beautiful, and is best known for its beaches and islands.

Between Saint-Tropez and Fréjus, Sainte-Maxime is a very elegant seaside resort. Choosing Sainte-Maxime for your holidays means enjoying strolling around town and on the seafront, lazing on the terrace of a café and choosing to go to the beach, for lazing around or practicing water sports.

Located in the town of Bormes-les-Mimosas and facing the Hyères islands, this small rocky point will appeal to lovers of wild nature in a natural area with a jealously preserved setting. The coastal path offers breathtaking views and the beaches are heavenly!

The ultimate dream destination! Between Hyères and Sainte-Maxime, here is the village and its adorable port which have contributed to the reputation of the Côte d'Azur. Having become the preferred vacation spot for Parisian artists and intellectuals in the 1950s, “Saint-Trop” gradually conquered the international jet-set. A place from which emanates a crazy charm!

A stone's throw from Fréjus, this seaside resort has retained an old-fashioned charm that leaves no one indifferent. With its marinas and picturesque seaside, it is a little paradise for those who love nautical pleasures!

Halfway between Cannes and Saint-Tropez, at the foot of the first foothills of the Estérel massif, Fréjus is a city of art and culture endowed with a rich historical and architectural heritage and whose new districts extend to the sea. The activities are numerous and varied…

12 kilometers from Toulon, Sanary is a seaside resort with an interesting cultural, religious and architectural heritage. The place has won over a number of celebrities for its quaint charm and relaxed lifestyle. It's your turn to let yourself be won over by the magic of the place! Enjoy the beaches, the sweetness of life and good local products!

Between Marseille and Toulon, this seaside resort where life is good, gateway to the Var coast, offers two faces. That of a small Provençal village with an authentic and warm atmosphere, and that of a seaside of rare beauty thanks to its magnificent beaches and its jealously preserved environment. The ideal place for a relaxed holiday.

Between Marseille and Toulon, this pleasant town is the oldest seaside resort on the coast. It has become a popular resort for water sports enthusiasts. It has one of the first vineyards to have obtained a controlled designation of origin (AOC) in 1941. The reputation of Bandol wines is worldwide.