The Var is one of the most beautiful regions in France, stretching from the charming shores of the Mediterranean to the dry, wild mountains of the hinterland. The light, the colours, the scents — the sun, the pines, cork oaks, lavender fields and red rocks scattered with fragrant herbs — will delight you all year round.
With over 300 days of sunshine a year, the Var is both a wonderful holiday destination and a truly exceptional place to live.
Countless small, peaceful Provençal villages with their narrow streets, fountains on the main square and pétanque players under plane trees… Hot, dry summers invite you to walk through the Gorges de Pennafort and other magnificent sites, or to visit hilltop villages such as Callas, Tourtour, Bagnols-en-Forêt and Bargemon — or, in the Maures massif, the breathtaking Abbey de la Verne.
Beaches, lakes, rivers and waterfalls offer a wide range of activities: fishing, canyoning, hiking, rafting, climbing and more. Crossing the 37,000 hectares of Côtes de Provence vineyards, you can discover — or rediscover — the stunning Gorges du Verdon, visit wine estates and soak up the authentic Provençal countryside.
By the sea, walk the coastal paths, swim or simply rest on some of the most beautiful beaches and wild coves in France, in an unspoilt natural setting.
Provence is beautiful and colourful all year round, bathed in an incomparable light and offering wonderful walks just a short distance away.
Unforgettable holidays in a place you will always want to return to.
Text: Provence Web — Tourist Guide