Cheval Blanc St Tropez: Charm and Local Discoveries

Heading for Saint-Tropez in an eco-friendly way? Then get on your bike! And off you go. Discover the scenery along the way via the Bourrian cycle path.

For an eco-friendly and active holiday in Cavalaire, opt for cycling! Take advantage of the cycle path. As you pedal along, take in the views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, and stop off to explore Cavalaire's beaches and landmarks. It's an ideal way to get around, while respecting the environment.

The Panoramas of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and Cavalaire Bay lead you from the village of Gassin to La Croix-Valmer through forest and rural landscapes and beautiful views. This hiking trail takes up part of the GR 51 and offers splendid views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the Bay of Cavalaire, the Pays des Maures, and the villages Gassin and Grimaud.

From the hilltop village, the path leads you to the sea, offering remarkable views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. You arrive at the Marines de Gassin and its shops passing near the Bourrian wineyard estate and the Stud / Polo Club. The return path is accessible to hikers, mountain bikers and riders who will appreciate the breathtaking view of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. This beautiful airy and shaded track offers you a glimpse of the diversity of the Gassin flora (pine forest, vineyard, oaks, broom, laurels). You can enjoy the beach and swimming (supervised in season) before your return. Practical information : In summer, be sure to inform yourself before your departure that the trail is not closed because of the fire risk (information on the Var prefecture website or at the tourist office). You will find a small watch on your route that you can bypass if necessary by taking a path a little further to the right. Also be careful during hunting not to take the trail if it is blocked. Be careful when crossing country roads without a protected passage. The path allows you to join the protected multimodal track to reach Port Grimaud on your left and Saint-Tropez on your right. Course: • from Place Louis Collomp, descend towards the cemetery and go around it on the left (passage in front of the monument to Saint Joseph) by following the sign "Villevieille"; • take the path on the left (50 m) then follow the Villevieille track; • follow this track for 2.5 kilometers (you pass near the Brûlat mill and then the Heraklée villa, former property of Gunther Sachs when it conquered the heart of Brigitte Bardot); • cross the Bourrian road and find a path a few meters on your left which, after a lookout, takes you to Chemin de la Plaine, through the vineyards of the Bourrian domain (1.15 km); • arrived at the RD98a near Interhome, follow the sidewalk on your right (170 m) (Note: the La Foux shopping center is on your left about 300 m). • turn left at the roundabout towards the Marines de Gassin (180 m); • at the second roundabout, go straight past the shops of the Marines de Gassin (Bar-tabac des Marines, Tour de Pizz ', Ciao Belli; on Place Le Pitchoun, Sandrée Coiffure, the May Flower laundromat) ; • you can then continue to the beach (200 meters on the right). You will find the Marines and the port of Cogolin on your left.

Les boucles de l'Arlatane offer you a walk in the forest of Provence over 2 miles. Throughout the course you will find botanical panels describing the plant species of the Saint-Tropez peninsula. Les boucles de l'Arlatane offer you a walk in the forest of Provence over 2 miles. Throughout the course you will find botanical panels describing the plant species of the Saint-Tropez peninsula. The Arlatane loops consist of four paths: that of the Sources, which links the village to the source of Arlatane, that of Valat offer you a walk in the forest of Provence over 3.5 km. Throughout the course you will find botanical panels describing the plant species of the Saint-Tropez peninsula. You will also discover the source of the Arlatane and its adjacent washing machine. Hiking Les Boucles de l'Arlatane Difference: 230 m 3.5 km 60 min "Au coeur des Sentiers", available free of charge at the tourist office of Gassin. Map IGN Saint-Tropez Sainte-Maxime Massif des Maures - IGN 3545OT (10€, Leclerc Cogolin)

Discover the Littoral panoramas circuit from La Croix Valmer

Discover the Les Baies road track from La Croix Valmer

Discover the Babaou road circuit from La Croix Valmer

Discover the La Croix Valmer - Gassin - Ramatuelle road circuit from La Croix Valmer

Learn about La Croix Valmer's rich history : from the ruins of the Roman villa at Pardigon to it's rich 19th century architectural heritage, from it's winemaking history to the coastal paths once travelled by customs officers. At the roundabout in front of the Tourist Office, take the underpass and walk down Boulevard Tabarin towards “Tabarin Vergeron Gigaro”. Turn left onto Boulevard des Villas. Just before the bridge, turn right. At the intersection, take the pedestrian path to the left towards “Les Plages”. Walk alongside the vineyards. At the pedestrian crossing, cross the road and turn right. After the bus stop, walk down the second road on your left, Allée de la Bouillabaisse. Before reaching the holiday residence VVL Vitry, take the path on your left. Follow the yellow signs “Sentier du Littoral”. Walk down the steps and take the path on your right all the way to the Plage du Débarquement. Walk past the shops and restaurants and follow the yellow pann. Once you have reached the roundabout, turn right towards “Gigaro”. At the Parking de la Ricarde, turn left towards “Le village”, leaving "Allée du Bois du Manège" on your right. At the stream, cross it and take the path between the vineyards. Turn left to cross a stream a second time. Take an immediate right and walk up the road. At the junction, turn right. Walk alongside the vineyards on your right all the way to the car park of Les 3 Îles. At the end of the car park, take "Rue de l’Eglise", in front of you. At the Church, walk up the road on your left. At the top of the road, turn left again and walk up "Boulevard Tabarin" towards the village.

La Tour de Pizz', located in Les Marines de Gassin, offers quality pizzas prepared in a wood-burning oven every lunch and evening of the week with the possibility of eating inside in a vintage style;

Château Barbeyrolles produces whites, rosés and reds in organic farming. Régine Sumeire runs this estate, the third generation of a family of passionate winegrowers who acquired Barbeyrolles in 1977. A paying cellar visit is possible. The domain includes twelve hectares of vines, in a particularly well preserved place, at the foot of the village of Gassin. It is located on the route de la Berle, in a valley exceptionally located a few kilometers from the Mediterranean. The estate also offers accommodation with 10 bedrooms, a rose garden housing Château Barbeyrolle, a variety created by the Lapierre rose gardens and presented at the estate in 2017.

Discover the secrets of the Saint Aygulf district! Accompanied by your guide admire the landscapes and houses that make this district so full of character. DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF THE SAINT AYGULF RESORT! ACCOMPANIED BY YOUR GUIDE ADMIRE THE LANDSCAPES AND HOUSES THAT MAKE THIS DISTRICT SO FULL OF CHARACTER. Built at the end of the 19th century, the seaside resort of Saint-Aygulf has kept it’s charm since the “Golden age”, marked by its social, economic, technological and political progress in Europe. For two hours walk around and listen to the commentary from your guide. Walk along the ‘sentier des douaniers’ on the coast, a historical symbol which served as a form of coastline surveillance to stop smugglers. Then stroll along the villas, explore the botanical gardens and listen to your guide as they tell you all about the secrets of the Côte d’Azur and the area’s history with help from work by Maupassant and Carolus Duran.

Situated in the region of Fréjus, discover the lagoon area of the Lakes of Villepey, nicknamed “la petite Camargue du Var”! SITUATED IN THE FRÉJUS REGION, DISCOVER THE LAGOON AREA OF THE LAKES OF VILLEPEY, NICKNAMED “LA PETITE CAMARGUE DU VAR”! Your guide will take you on an ornithological and botanical discovery of the area. Nearly 260 hectares in size, the area boasts a wide range of wildlife including more than 220 species of bird. You will also be able to see land animals such as turtles and beavers. All the species live in diverse vegetation which creates a wild and exotic environment. Along with commentary from your guide, enjoy a trip to the heart of nature. Relaxation and escape guaranteed!

Make the most of this night time tour and admire the unmissable sites of Fréjus all lit up! MAKE THE MOST OF THIS NIGHT TIME TOUR AND ADMIRE THE UNMISSABLE SITES OF FRÉJUS ALL LIT UP! Accompanied by your guide, set out to discover the historic heritage of the town and admire its rich culture in the light of the street lamps. Stroll around the charming small streets of the historic centre and be amazed by the charming night time atmosphere. With the commentary from your guide, discover the history and stories of Fréjus in an unique atmosphere. Choose this guided tour and see Fréjus as you’ve never seen it before!

Follow your guide and learn more about one of the biggest French civil disasters of the 20th century! FOLLOW YOUR GUIDE AND LEARN MORE ABOUT ONE OF THE BIGGEST FRENCH CIVIL DISASTERS OF THE 20TH CENTURY! In the Reyran Valley, discover the tragic story of the Malpasset Dam. Built in 1954, the dam broke under water pressure in 1959 after heavy rain in the area. Its breakage caused the release of around fifty million square metres cubed of water and killed 423 people.  Today the remains of the dam that were witness to the violent event are still visible. Accompanied by your guide, discover the story of this dramatic event and the consequences it had on the Reyran Valley area in Esterel.

Discover Fréjus from a new angle! Ready with your camera or smartphone follow your guide to the heart of Fréjus and make new discoveries! DISCOVER FRÉJUS FROM A NEW ANGLE! READY WITH YOUR CAMERA OR SMARTPHONE, FOLLOW YOUR GUIDE TO THE HEART OF FRÉJUS AND MAKE NEW DISCOVERIES! Stroll along the small streets in the historic centre of the town and discover the ideal spots for some great photos! Your guide will take you to some potential sites so you can try your hand at some photography. This photo rally will test your skills of observation and reflexion! You will also discover “Land Art”, a modern art movement which uses nature’s setting and materials to create authentic works of art! Capture these creations forever and see Fréjus through the eyes of an artist! 

Discover the town of Fréjus’s origins during this guided tour where you will learn all about the city’s Roman history! Originally named Forum Iulii by Julius Caesar, Fréjus is teaming with remains from its rich past!    DISCOVER THE TOWN OF FRÉJUS’S ORIGINS DURING THIS GUIDED TOUR WHERE YOU WILL LEARN ALL ABOUT THE CITY’S ROMAN HISTORY! Originally named Forum Iulii by Julius Caesar, Fréjus is teaming with remains from its rich past!    The Roman colony under Emperor Augustus developed due to its important port and the creation of several monumental buildings. Today it is one of the towns in France with the most Roman monuments. For two hours, follow your guide who will tell you all about this time in the history of Fréjus and the sites belonging to it: * The theatre  * The fortifications * La Porte de Rome  * The aqueduct * The Porte des Gaules  * The Amphitheatre * The Roman port   “Veni, vidi, vici”! Travel back into the past to the time of the Roman Empire!

Discover the historic heritage of Fréjus with this guided tour of the town! For two hours, visit the main sites and listen to the commentary and stories from your guide. DISCOVER THE HISTORIC HERITAGE OF FRÉJUS WITH THIS GUIDED TOUR OF THE TOWN! An important port during the time of the Roman Empire and an episcopal see since late antiquity, Fréjus is now an economic, culural and tourist centre of Var de l’Est and is the site with the biggest concentration of ancient French ruins after Arles. Your guide will tell you about the town’s 2000 year old history and take you to look at the iconic historical monuments: * The Cathedral of Saint-Léonce * The Chapelle Saint-François de Paule * The Amphitheatre * The Porte des Gaules  Choose this cultural tour and discover Fréjus through the centuries!

Discover the food of Provence and follow your guide around an authentic local market! DISCOVER THE FOOD OF PROVENCE AND FOLLOW YOUR GUIDE AROUND AN AUTHENTIC LOCAL MARKET! With advice from your guide, wander around and discover local products and learn more from the locals. Colourful and full off different smells, the Provencal markets are always beautiful and lively. At the end of your tour you will be able to get your hands on all the things you would need to create your own Provencal menu! (recipes, products, addresses) Let your senses guide you and explore the world of Provencal cuisine! 

The Bouillabaisse beach welcomes you on the edge with the town of Saint-Tropez. Bouillabaisse beach is a sandy beach. Environmental awareness panels remind us of the fragility of posidonia. On the Saint-Tropez side, the beach benefits from surveillance.

The Treizain beach is one of the three beaches of Gassin. Located on the road to Saint-Tropez, it offers a friendly relaxation area. This nature beach offers a view of Saint-Tropez in the east, Sainte-Maxime in the north and the whole gulf.

Saint-Tropez, the small fishing port that has become legendary. Bubbling with life in summer, it truly reveals its charms out of season. Stroll through the narrow streets, sit on a terrace in the harbour, climb up to the citadel or take the coastal path.

The Bertaud Castle is a building which dates back to the XVI century. It was situed on an inhabited territory since at least the gallo-roman era. The occupation of the Bertaud site is old: the presence of pillar bricks and eleven Roman coins was described in the 19th century and, during work at the torpedo plant in 1970, coins were found, as well as a Gallic amphora and ceramics. These relics seem to indicate the existence of a villa similar to several others found in this area of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. This castle was built by the lords of Bertaud, of the parish of Gassin, in the 16th century. The lords of Bertaud were colords of Gassin until the sale of this land by the Marquis de Grimaud to Antiboul de Saint-Tropez. The castle was located near the shore, used for the anchoring of boats, at the bottom of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. It housed two mills at the tip of Bertaud, a fountain and a chapel. During the development of tourism in the 19th century, the castle became the property of the Lyon families Peissonneaux and Janmot. Lyonnais artist Louis Janmot stayed here and made "very happy reproductions" of them. The estate was bought back in the 20th century and the first torpedo factory was created there. It was nationalized in 1937 and remained so until 2001, when DCNS became a private company. This neo-Gothic-style castle is made up of three floors, including a semi-buried one. It has four round towers, two smaller in the north and west corners and two larger ones, one in the south and the other, detached from the castle in the east.

The former Château Bertaud beach is shared between Cogolin and Gassin. It offers 400 meters of sand with a beautiful panoramic view of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Supervised beach on the Cogolin side in summer, with showers, toilets and restaurants. Close to the RD 98a and easy to get to, but away from road traffic, Plage des Marines has a parking lot, and all the shops you need are nearby: restaurants, tobacconist, laundrette, mini-market, as well as Port-Cogolin nearby with the Bateaux Verts shuttle service. On the beach, restaurants are open in season, as well as a beach volleyball court and showers. On the Cogolin side, bathing is supervised from June 15 to September 15. On the Cogolin side, an information desk is also open in season.

Domaine Bertaud Belieu is located on the Côte d'Azur, in the heart of the Saint-Tropez peninsula at Gassin in the Var. It covers an area of 65 hectares. Producing 80% rosé wines, the estate is also renowned for the quality of its Côtes de Provence Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) red and white wines. Its exceptional location, on the border between the sandy-limestone Massif des Maures and the sandy-clay Côte Raphaëloise, gives rise to a dozen grape varieties, including Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Tibouren, Mourvèdre and Rolle. The plots with the best exposure to the sun are used for red wines, while the more chalky plots, which favour the expression of minerality, are used for white wines.

The chapel of the Minuty estate is a chapel built in the 19th century on the estate, but before the castle. This small building, built in the heart of the vineyards, has a unique romantic charm. The chapel of the Minuty estate was built in 1865, at the request of Zélia Fouque, a widow of Claude Germondy, probably following the death of his son and his husband in the previous years. Located in an enclosure of 300 m², it measures 70 m². "The top of the façade is decorated with a small, polygonal-shaped, bell-shaped medicine, topped with a conical roof. It is surrounded by two pinnacles. The apse has a pole frieze on its upper part. The chapel is a unique nave. [...] In the choir, the marble altar is dressed in 6 chandeliers, a cross and an altar cannon. All the furniture is in perfect condition. The ceiling is decorated with circular medallions representing the symbols of the four evangelists. [...] This is a coherent whole, all of which is dated from the Second Empire."" Dedicated in 1938, the chapel was used regularly until the middle of the 20th century, especially because of the faith of Spanish workers. It has since been used for some family events and at the beginning of the harvest. It is in his honor that the Cuvée of the Oratory was created.

Facing the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the Botanical Garden is a real pocket of oxygen! Discover the wealth of plants and Mediterranean plants typical of our region as you wander through the garden's pathways. Come and discover over 60 acclimatised plants, some of which are over a hundred years old such as palm trees. From dwarf palms to Chilean coconut palms, the park offers a thousand subjects of interest for young and old alike!

Port Grimaud, one of the most famous lakeside towns in the world, and all this after only fifty years of existence. A colourful port, nicknamed ‘Little Venice of Provence’ and awarded the ‘Heritage of the 20th Century’ label, that never ceases to amaze. Port Grimaud came to life on the Côte d'Azur, and its canals will no doubt remind you of the City of the Doges... But it's a project designed to take root in Provence that the architect, François Spoerry, has led.

The moulin Brûlat (The mill of Brûlat) is located on the path of Villevieille, on the road which connected the old and the new location of Gassin. In the middle of garrigue, it hosts a picnic area with a magnificent sight on the gulf of Saint-Tropez. The first known mills in Gassin were the work of the Romans: these were hand mills. Only archaeological discoveries inform us on this point. In the centuries that followed, hydraulic mills were established, but in this region of Provence without significant rivers and where periods of drought are long, their yield was low and irregular. The expansion of wind turbines in the Middle Ages was a revolution. Sites like this, cresting north-south, were used to make the most of the winds: the Mistral and the East wind. The Brûlât mill enabled the village community to grind wheat and obtain an essential element of life at that time: flour. Several other windmills were built: in Saint-Martin, in Bestagne and in Château Bertaud in particular. The Brûlât mill is characteristic of the mills of Provence, with however a diameter slightly lower than the average (5.8 m). It still has its barrel, made of local stone masonry. The wall is about 1 meter thick at the base and 80 at the top. The partially collapsed interior vault is also made of stone. A staircase starts to the right of the front door; it allowed to reach the floor where the millstone was. The brick frames have disappeared, as have the exterior plasters. The toponymy recalls the importance of the mills in the past: Moulin Brûlat, de Bestagne, de Verdagne, Patty, Aire du Moulin vieux, Le Moulin, Les Mollins, lo Molin Aurier, Lo Molin Rodier, le Mollin d'eau, Lo Molin dels Benes … The village also housed blood mills, powered by animal power and used for olive oil. At the beginning of the 19th century, the millstones used were manufactured far from the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and arrived via Marseille. There were then three windmills in operation at Gassin, owned by Mademoiselle Castelanne for one and by Messrs Garachon and Meyriès for the other two. The latter was also the owner of one of the town's three water mills located on the Bourrian. These water mills only operated for a few months a year when this river was heavily supplied by the rains. In 1850, three mills operated under the direction of the three millers who owned Gassin, Messrs Bonnard, Héraud and Rimbaud, employing a total of 5 people. The rise of industrial flour mills (two establishments with steam engines were created in Cogolin and La Môle and in the 20th century two others in Grimaud) sounded the death knell for the Gassin mills and, in the second half of the 19th century, they ceased to function. The origin of the name Brûlat is not known: Brûlat is a family name attested in Provence, but not in the Gulf before the 20th century, in a very isolated way; the name could derive from the clearing of this land or from a fire that may have occurred there.

A charming Mediterranean port of call, the Marines de Cogolin marina is ideally located just a stone's throw from Saint-Tropez and the Gulf's major hotspots. It's a strategic place to stay and explore the beauty of the French Riviera. For yachtsmen, the teams are dedicated to providing a quality service, covering every aspect from welcome to mooring, from security to harbour maintenance. Sensitive to the need to preserve our region's underwater treasures, the port is certified as a ‘clean port’ and ‘blue flag’, limiting the impact of its activities on the environment. Come and discover the treasures of the Côte d'Azur in this haven of peace for yachtsmen and biodiversity.

La Tour de Pizz', located in Les Marines de Gassin, offers quality pizzas prepared in a wood-burning oven every lunch and evening of the week with the possibility of eating inside in a vintage style;

Port Grimaud, one of the most famous lakeside towns in the world, and all this after only fifty years of existence. A colourful port, nicknamed ‘Little Venice of Provence’ and awarded the ‘Heritage of the 20th Century’ label, that never ceases to amaze. Port Grimaud came to life on the Côte d'Azur, and its canals will no doubt remind you of the City of the Doges... But it's a project designed to take root in Provence that the architect, François Spoerry, has led.

Les Sirènes, a restaurant in the bay of Cavalière in the Lavandou district, offers panoramic views of Le Levant and Port-Cros islands.

We will receive you individually during theme days, the dates and menus of which you will find on our website, or we will personalize all your events: weddings, birthdays, family meals, associations, CE,… from 10 to 130 people. At the Château de Cancerilles, Stéphanie and Yann Lefèvre offer Provençal cuisine, refined and creative for gourmets and fine gourmets in an enchanting setting surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, in the room with thousand-year-old vaults or under the stone covered terrace .

Overlooking the sea, exotic atmosphere "side sea", on the menu: genuine French cuisine, with fish lines and wild, market cuisine with fresh morning produce and high-end meat. Various tapas and cocktails.

Hotel Villa Azur's waterfront restaurant with breathtaking views of the Grande Bleue. Air-conditioned indoor dining room and terrace on stilts. Traditional and Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner. Champagne and wine tasting.

A Maître Restaurateur restaurant located on the Croisette in Port Marina Baie des Anges and awarded a star in the Michelin Guide. "Refined cuisine with subtle flavours / Pleasant, efficient service and attentive staff / A superb experience, an exceptional moment".

Santa Lucia offers Mediterranean cuisine. An elaborate menu of Italian specialities prepared with fresh and quality products: pizzas, pastas, risottos, grills, but also seafood platters. Occasional theme evenings.

Villa Marina is the Italian touch on the Port Marina Croisette with its dolce vita atmosphere. On the terrace or in the dining room, Mediterranean and seafood specialities are served: fish, shellfish, fresh pasta, risottos and pizzas.

Flat renovated in 2020 with a superb sea view. Just 300 metres from the shops and 600 metres from the beach.

Located in a beautiful property, Chantal and Daniel offer you 4 houses in the south: the red cicada : 2 to 4 pers- the cicada blue and the yellow: 2 to 6 pers and welcome you with pleasure in their little Provence, located in the Pays de Fayence

Gîte La Cigale Jaune in the heart of Provence, ideally located between sea and mountains, near Cannes, Nice and Saint-Tropez, in the Pays de Fayence. Sleeps 4 people. Label Accueil vélo

Family hotel with outdoor pool and large terrace, at the foot of the village. This establishment has been awarded the "Accueil vélo" label and welcomes cycling tourists.

Charming hotel in a former oil mill nestled in a large wooded park 10 minutes from the village.

Nice room in a green garden

Municipal service area for camping cars 2 pitches, quiet, close to shops Bottom of the village Near tennis courts and swimming pool

Municipal service area / camping cars Near parking lot and swimming pool Open all year round

Spacious and quiet rooms overlooking a provençal garden. swimming pool with natural maintenance and an eco-bel. spacious and quiet rooms overlooking a provencal garden. swimming pool with natural maintenance and environmental practices rewarded rewarded by an eco-bel.

Charming guest house in Provence Verte, ideal for a romantic weekend away. You can enjoy your meals on the terrace under the pine trees, in the heart of a 2-hectare park.