The Gulf of Saint-Tropez is rich in places to visit. There is so much to see and do.
Whether you prefer the calm quiet country side or faster paced village life, night and day, there will be something for you to enjoy.
Here is just a short selection amongst so many others, in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and beyond. There is just so much to see and do.
Initially a small fishing village, Saint-Tropez has kept its charm after becoming a favourite of the jet-set which may be seen in the Sénéquier or the VIP Room. You can get there using the Green Boats linking Sainte-Maxime and Les Issambres to Saint-Tropez. Or just enjoy the Sails of Saint-Tropez.
Aside from its beach, Port Grimaud, the “Venise provençale” is a lake city built in 1966. This wonderful marina is one the most visited in France where you can rent a boat and/or enjoy a drink or meal by the water.
Perched on top of a hill in the middle of the Saint-Tropez peninsula, this pretty village with narrow cobble streets, many shops, bars and restaurants, offers breath-taking views, on one side, of the whole Gulf of Saint-Tropez, and on the other, of the islands of Levant, Port-Cros and on Porquerolles.
Other than Le Plan de la Tour market, market days in Saint-Tropez are Tuesdays & Saturdays, Port-Grimaud & Ramatuelle, both on Thursdays & Sundays. In Sainte-Maxime, market days are Thursdays & Fridays but there is also a covered market for a complete immersion opened most days.
Located on the beach in the heart of Sainte-Maxime and facing Saint-Tropez, Casino Barrière is the place for gambling. More than 130 slot machines and a unique traditional game space are to be discovered along with the casino's bar and sea-facing restaurant.
Exiting Saint-Raphaël towards Cannes, rocks become very red and much sharper until Théoule-sur-Mer. As long as red sharp rocks contrast with the deep blue sea, offering stunning views, you are in the Estérel massif.
About 60 miles away is the Verdon Gorge, the largest canyon in Europe, formed by the Verdon River, which is named for its unbelievable turquoise-green water colour. It offers breath taking views and it is possible to swim in it or hire a boat. A must for those who have never seen it.
Only 45 miles away, Cannes will delight those looking for some glamour, in particular with its Croisette. Cannes also hosts many festivals, the best known being the International Cannes Film Festival during which tourists are likely to see movie stars.
About 75 miles away is the Principality of Monaco, widely recognised as one of the most expensive and wealthiest places in the world. It is home of the Monaco Grandprix as “an exceptional location of glamour and prestige”, making it one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world.
At 85 miles, Ventimiglia, Italy, is particularly popular all year for its weekly street market (on Fridays), along the new town's seafront. One of the largest market in Europe, it causes traffic jams, so plan to arrive early.
