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The Giens peninsula

Beautiful hike around the Giens peninsula by the beach path.
The Tuve bridge, the Siagne Gorges and the Défens woods

A beautiful walk along the Siagne, through the woods, with some lovely surprises in store: the Tuve bridge and its waterfall, a beautiful little beach, numerous ruins that bear witness to a major agricultural activity in the past, and a forest of centuries-old oaks that is nothing short of fairytale forest. In short, it's the perfect tour for nature lovers and those who enjoy a refreshing swim.
Carcés and Caramy Falls

This hike will visit the village of Carcés, Carcés Lake and the splendid Caramy Falls. Best in the spring when the water flow is stronger.
You also will take a part of the path of Saint Jacques de Compostela.
On the coastal path in Saint-Tropez

A lovely easy walk, most of it by the sea.
Pointe de l'Observatoire Barthelemy - Cap Roux

This is a magnificent hike through the red rocks of Estérel, looking over the blue of the Mediterranean with extraordinary viewing points.
The Circuit of Bauduen

A very enjoyable loop on the peninsula of Bauduen alongside Lake Sainte Croix.
Tourves: Saint-Probace - Caramy Gorges

A beautiful hike in the hills of Tourves.
A remarkable view over the Saint-Maximin plains and the mountain La Loube.
Wonderful opportunity to discover and tour the Saint-Probace Chapel
Sainte-Baume

Walk along the Sainte-Baume ridge after visiting the Marie-Madeleine cave.
Grotto of Saint Magdalene - Saint-Pilon

Religious history and panorama in the Massif de la Sainte-Baume.
Mont Vinaigre - The mountain pass route

This is a short circuit which, at its highest point, offers a panoramic view from Cannes to Fréjus with a view of the sea.
The Aiguilles de Valbelle

This walk takes you through the Aiguilles de Valbelle site, with its rocky peaks rising out of the forest.
Beautiful forest tracks, a few footpaths and the Chartreuse Notre-Dame de Montrieux (which cannot be visited).
From Plage de l'Argentière to Plage de Cabasson

Superb out-and-back coastal hike on the sentier du littoral between La Londe-les-Maures and Brégançon. Many beaches along the way.
Tour and ascent of Gros Cerveau Ollioules

A beautiful hike in the hills above Ollioules and Sanary, off the beaten track. Exceptional views of the coastline from La Ciotat to Porquerolles, and inland from La Cadière-d'Azur to Le Revest, the Sainte-Baume mountain range and the Ollioules gorges.The hike alternates between shaded sections in the Mediterranean scrub and sunny sections on the limestone rocks of the La Colle massif.See important notes in Practical Information.
The Grotte de Mueron and Gorges du Blavet in Bagnols-en-Forêt

A stroll in an exceptional place, discovering the gorges of the river Blavet and the cave of Mueron which was inhabited in the Bronze Age.
Ideal in summer and on warmer days, avoid periods of heavy rain.
On the trail of Manon des Sources - Le Mémorial de Signes

On this walk you'll discover some of the locations used to film Manon des Sources and Jean de Florette (1986): the Grotte de Mounoï cave, the dried-up stream and the Villa Renard - the hunchback's house.
This route will also let you discover the Vallon des Martyrs, with its monument commemorating resistance fighters executed by the SS in 1944. All along the walk you'll experience incredible Provence landscapes and the Sainte-Baume.
La Londe - Dolmen de Gaoutabry (Gauttobry) - Le Rouay de la Cabre

This loop hike in the Maures mountains includes a visit to the Gauttobry dolmen, a listed monument.
Superb view of the Hyères salt marshes.
Discovering the Saint-Mandrier peninsula

A beautiful walk around the Saint-Mandrier peninsula. The coastal path takes you from the Pointe de Marégau to the beaches of La Coudoulière and Cavalas. Then discover the picturesque little port of Saint-Mandrier. The route ends with a return trip through the countryside. Some urban sections.
La Tour Fondue on the Giens Peninsula

A superb hike at the tip of the Giens peninsula offering magnificent views of Porquerolles Island and the coast.
Lac des Escarcets

An easy walk in the Massif des Maures. Beautiful trails, rivers, streams, lakes and unique terrain.
Not to mention the cork oaks, characteristic of the massif, and a varied flora (dwarf irises, anemones, orchids, etc.).
Moderator's addition on 22/11/2021 Hike currently impossible due to a fire and the need to preserve nature. See comments at the bottom of this page.
Addition at the end of 2023: see the Practical Information section.
Cap Sicié ridge

A truely beautiful balcony hike between sea and mountains towards Cape Sicié arriving at Notre-Dame de la Garde or du Mai
360 ° view.
Circuit of the Three Passes in Bormes-les-Mimosas

Circuit overlooking the Var coast above Bormes-les-Mimosas.
Sources of the Huveaune from Nans-les-Pins

The Huveaune river has its source in the Sainte-Beaume massif at the Castelette cave. It is actually several resurgent and petrifying springs.
Ascent of Coudon (83)

A nice climb to the top of Coudon (altitude 702 m) near Toulon.
The Rocher de Roquebrune

A short but energetic walk that is exposed towards the end. Enjoy the stunning views from the top of Rocher de Roquebrune with its famous ochre colours.
Le Faron

One of the most beautiful hikes in the Var.This hike climbs Mont Faron via wide tracks and offers breathtaking views of the most beautiful harbour in Europe.
The Trou des Fées, Notre-Dame du Glaive and the Gastée dolmen

Hike starting from the charming village of Cabasse, near Carcès, where you can discover several historical sites.
The 4 brothers

An easy hike that can be enjoyed by the whole family.Pretty paths through pine woods and heathland.
⚠️ 29/04/2025: Hike modified to follow the signposts between 5 and 3 and avoid aggressive dogs.
The Valbelle needles

Parking near the Siou Blanc sheepfold.
A very pleasant route, mostly on wide, sunny fire prevention tracks. Passes through a wonderful site: the Aiguilles de Valbelle.
Crête de la Sainte-Baume

The coolness of a large forest on the north side, the rocky beauty of the south side, magnificent views from the summit ridge, small paths along ledges, and a cool return trip.
Please note that this hike can be difficult in bad weather or windy conditions, particularly between waypoints 3 and 5. Therefore, be very careful and do not take any unnecessary risks.
Mont Aigre

This is an easy hike in winter when the weather is good, with superb panoramic views from Mont Aigre over Fréjus Bay, the Estérel, the sea and the snow-capped Mercantour.
The Crests of La Chartreuse de la Verne

A walk through the crests of the Maures forest.
A breathtaking landscape taking in the Mediterranean and the Alps.
Pic and Dent de l'Ours

This hike in the Massif de l'Estérel will take you to the top of the Pic de l'Ours, one of the most remarkable peaks in the area with its enormous antenna at the summit.
With paths along the edge of the cliff between the blue sky and sea, the ochre rocks of the Estérel and the green pine and oak trees, you will be treated to a beautiful cocktail of colours.
At the summit, you will enjoy a splendid panorama from the Mercantour to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.
The Malavettes

This circuit lets you discover magnificent panoramic views over the Mediterranean (the Gulf of Saint- Tropez up to the Dramont semaphore) and Mediterranean forests, as well as the remains of the Malavettes forester's house, now abandoned.
Source of the Huveaune, the Oratoire de Miette and the Castelette cave

If you would like to discover a pretty spring in the South of France, I recommend a circular route starting from the Plateau, passing by the Oratoire de Miette, the Tumulus des Béguines and the Chemin de Rois.
You will discover the spring and its magnificent colours and the Castelette cave on the way back.
Boucle des Crêtes de Vautubière

Located between Sainte-Victoire and Luberon, the Montagne de Vautubiere offers beautiful views of the entire Provençal mountains (from the Southern Alps to Sainte-Baume).
You can also discover a pretty hidden agricultural valley. This walk combines superb views with the freshness of cultivated meadows surrounded by forests, offering a pleasant change of scenery.
Pierrefeu and the Cabane des Gardes (GR51)

A hike looping around the Maures hills in the middle of cork oak forests.
Lush vegetation with beautiful views of East Toulon.
You take a portion of the GR51 called "The Balcony of the Mediterranean".
Le Cannet - Entraygues

Vieux Cannet des Maures is a village full of character, certainly worthwhile a visit. Entraygues, the cave chapel of Saint Michel and the natural arches of Argens.
The Véris trail in Bauduen

Very nice course with beautiful views of Lake Sainte-Croix.
The National Forest of the Colle du Rouët and the Trou de Gournié waterfall on the river Endre

A pleasant walk letting you discover the National Forest of the Colle du Rouët, the Trou de Gournié, also called Cascade de l'Endre and the river Endre.
Baou des 4 Auros

A hike in the outskirts of Toulon where you get a 360° view of the amazing countryside. A big meeting place for spies who monitor Toulon harbour.
Above the Aups via The Peirière

A beautiful walk through various landscapes, olive trees, impressive stone walls, a pine forest, caves and cave chapels.
The Bees of Cuers

This is a walk I'm really enjoying at the moment with flowers along the route and a view of the Barres de Cuers.
There's little difficulty, the false-flat is long, after the hives on the descent, so be aware.
The hives are magnificent.
Tour around Dramont

A very nice short walk that with beautiful views of the bay of Agay and the Esterel massif.
The lower Verdon Gorges in Artignosc

A pretty walk off the beaten path. The views are breathtaking in diverse landscapes, all from the beautiful little hilltop village of Artignosc-sur-Verdon.
Mazaugues – Pivaut ice house

A lovely hike up to Pivaut ice house (1880), which has been beautifully restored.
The sand caves at Revest-les-Eaux

A natural asset exploited by the local glass industry.
A route through woodland where you will see the remains of dwellings, wells, sand and stone quarries, and former industry, near the derelict hamlet of Les Olivières.
Château du Diable and the Destel Gorges in Ollioules

This very challenging route takes the hiker to the site of the Château du Diable and its remarkable caves and the Destel gorges, with their astonishing giant's kettles or cauldrons.
Nice sections with chains or ropes.
Sainte-Anne du Castellet - La Roche Redonne - The Kilns

A nice tour from Sainte-Anne passing by different juniper kilns producing lime and pitch.
Croupatier Cave via Le Broussan

Leaving from Garde Pass, a beautiful hike through the Croupatier massif.
The Janas via Notre-Dame du Mai

This walk takes you through varied landscapes: undergrowth, ridges, cliffs overlooking the sea, and two hill tops with 360° views of the coast and the mountains. For the more adventurous, an optional athletic route takes you down to the foot of Cap Sicié and the sea.
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