What to do and see in Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

June 8, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

Discover the best top things to do in Var, France including Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial, Point Sublime - Mont Faron, Domaine Lou Capelan, Chateau Maime, Chateau de Berne, Abbaye du Thoronet, Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, Telepherique du Mont Faron, Aoubre L'aventure Nature, Musee National de la Marine.
Restaurants in Var

1. Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial

553 boulevard John Kennedy, 83300 Draguignan France +33 4 94 68 03 62 http://www.abmc.gov
Excellent
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5.0 based on 142 reviews

Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial

2. Point Sublime - Mont Faron

Sommet du Mont Faron, 83000 Toulon France
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5.0 based on 380 reviews

Point Sublime - Mont Faron

Reviewed By PDJLD123 - Watford, United Kingdom

I struggled to find any good information on a demanding day hike from the cruise port up to Point Sublime at the top of Mont Faron. I did read that you must not follow Google maps as it leaves you at the end of dead end path looking up at a sheer rock face! So we kind of followed the road and the following notes give you a safe tarmac road based route with a reasonable amount of shade as you wind up the Western side of the mountain. Cars do pass but not in any large numbers. It will get you to the viewing point in about 2.5hrs. We then came down on the cable car (€5 one way) and walked the 35mins back to the cruise port. The whole round trip took us 5.5 hours including a coffee stop (€2 each) at the cafe next to the cable car. Leave the cruise ship, put the “Zenith Omega” into your maps app. I think it’s a conference centre. It’s doesn’t matter how you walk there as it will take you though a tunnel under the railway. Once on the other side of the railway with the Zenith Omega in front of you, turn left and walk to Boulevard Bianchi, which is the start of a steep climbing road that changes name to Boulevard Emile Jacquemin. At the junction with Chenin du Fort Rouge turn right and then it’s all up hill on a one way road (cars going up only) into Route du Faron until you reach the cable car (Telepherique du Mont Faron). Staying on the road, keep walking past this to the zoo and then past that towards the Point Sublime. You will see a path with a barrier and no entry sign (for cars) on the right which you walk along for about 15 mins. The sign says 25 mins which is not true. The viewing point at the cross gives a wide open view of the harbour, the town and the mountain. It’s impressive. Then walk back to the cable car, take it down to the edge of town and it’s a 35 min stroll back to your ship through the old town. Overall 12 miles or 19 km and about 24,500 steps. Enjoy.

3. Domaine Lou Capelan

1480 Chemin de Cuges, 83740 La Cadiere d'Azur France +33 9 50 05 11 00 [email protected] http://domaineloucapelan.com/
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Domaine Lou Capelan

Discover our Bandol Wines & all the activities we offer in our winery : Wine Tour, Segway Wine Tours, Yoga, Raclette parties, Pic Nic

4. Chateau Maime

Route Nationale 7, 83460 Les Arcs sur Argens France +33 4 94 47 41 66 [email protected] http://www.chateau-maime.com
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Chateau Maime

Located in Les Arcs sur Argens, on the edge of the prestigious Nationale 7, Chateau Maïme invites you to taste its AOP Côtes de Provence wines in its brand new sales site with a sleek design that showcases and highlights its different wines whose names the time that passes: Instant, Heritage and Origine. Since 1998, Chateau Maïme has focused on conducting sustainable farming combined with the latest technologies. Concerned about our environment, our visitors have access to recharging devices for electric vehicles. Our wines, recognized by the press and the tasting of professional sommeliers, are present on the prestigious restaurants of Paris, in Provence-Côte d'Azur and many famous establishments of the metropolis.

5. Chateau de Berne

Chemin des Imberts, 83780 Flayosc France +33 4 94 60 43 53 [email protected] http://www.chateauberne.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 360 reviews

Chateau de Berne

the cinq mondes spa at the chateau de berne invites you on a sensory journey to another world! a temple to well-being, this elegant, 800 m² space presents a unique relaxation experience. To relax at your leisure, enjoy access to: an outdoor infinity pool, an indoor pool with a swim jet and massage water jets, two jacuzzis, sauna, steam room, sun lounge, and relaxation space with a herbal tea room

Reviewed By Klynge - Frederiksberg, Denmark

Chateau de Berne is situated in an enormous area of winefields and olive woods. A fantastic place just outside Lorgues. The hotel and the rooms are of a very high standard. The restaurant has Michelin quality, and there is a small Bistro as well. It is possible to visit the Cave also and have a guided tour (appointment needed) Further the delicious wines from the Chateau are for sale in the shop, which also have a lot of fine souvenirs, delicatessen and others for sale.

6. Abbaye du Thoronet

Btwn Draguignan and Brignolesb, 83340 Le Thoronet France +33 4 94 60 43 90 http://thoronet.monuments-nationaux.fr/en
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4.5 based on 854 reviews

Abbaye du Thoronet

The Abbaye du Thoronet was built at the end of the 12th century. It is one of the "Three Sisters of Provence" (with Senanque and Silvacane Abbeys) and one of the finest examples of Cistercian architecture. The whole monastery is a forceful expression of the simplicity and precision of the order of Saint Bernard. Open: > 1st April to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. (Sundays: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.). > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Sundays: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.). Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Reviewed By 901ChrisS901 - Toronto, Canada

This Cistercian abbey has simplicity that is powerful yet soothing. The cloisters are stunning. And in June it was relatively uncrowded on a week day.

7. Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

6 Place Jean Salusse, 83470, Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume France +33 4 94 78 00 19 [email protected] http://www.paroissesaintmaximin.fr
Excellent
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4.5 based on 582 reviews

Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

Saint Mary Magdalen Basilica is known as the third tomb of Christiendom. The patron Saint (Mary Magdalen) has been declared as apostle of divine Mercy. She was also known as apostle of apostles.

Reviewed By tiinal617 - Gran Canaria, Spain

Quite amasing...and the head of the Maria Magdalena....would go again some time. Recommend a visit if youre in the area.

8. Telepherique du Mont Faron

Boulevard Amiral Jean Vence, 83200 Toulon France 59899636637 http://www.telepherique-faron.fr/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,368 reviews

Telepherique du Mont Faron

Reviewed By svm1974

The good things first: + taking the Téléphérique is great fun and not very costly (4 adults for approx. 30€, two way tickets) + the mountain offers a great view on Toulon; it is not getting any better + there are nice options to take a short walk + other things to visit: chapelle Notre-Dame, military memorial, panoramic platform, zoo What could be better: - restaurants on top of the mountains are tourist traps; better bring your water and save your money

9. Aoubre L'aventure Nature

Parc des Cedres, 83340 Flassans-sur-Issole France +33 6 12 58 02 26 [email protected] http://www.aoubre.fr
Excellent
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4.5 based on 343 reviews

Aoubre L'aventure Nature

10. Musee National de la Marine

Place Monsenergue Quai de Norfolk, 83000 Toulon France +33 4 22 42 02 01 [email protected] http://www.musee-marine.fr/toulon
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4.5 based on 517 reviews

Musee National de la Marine

Reviewed By Caramac2018 - Wales, United Kingdom

So much to see in this marvellous museum I had to go back a second time to see it all. Lots of extraordinary, traditional exhibits with meaningful explanations provided by the multilingual information devices. Very pleasant atmosphere and extremely educational and informative. The gift shop is small but has some lovely pieces - reasonably priced.

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