Collet du Mont Caume walks

To fully enjoy this short hike, it is advisable to start from the Toulon pier and cross the beautiful harbour on board a Mistral boat. The hike itself allows you to discover the south coast and the beautiful panoramas of the Saint Mandrier-sur-Mer peninsula.

This easy route will take you to Bonnegrâce Beach and the wild coastline of Sanary, as well as offering a glimpse into the history of this cradle of underwater exploration.

Part of the route is closed by prefectural order (10/2024). Le Pradet is a true paradise for walkers. Its trails offer exceptional views of the Mediterranean, fascinating historical remains and unspoilt nature. This coastal path winds its way between beaches and cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the sea. It leads to Garonne Beach, passing through coves and exceptional vantage points, and finally to Fort Saint-Louis.

A challenging walk with magnificent views and interesting historical points of interest.

The Grande Traversée des Maures, or "Montem Maurum" as it was described in the Middle Ages, has never been attempted. This "diagonal route through the Maures" takes us through magnificent Provençal landscapes. A varied, wild vegetation and exceptional views punctuate this route. This adventure begins in Hyères (former Templar commandery) and ends in Collobrières (capital of the Maures) during the first stage.

A beautiful two-day hike starting from Cuges, climbing to the ridges of Sainte Baume where the panoramic views across the whole of Provence and the Alps are magnificent. Descent via the Col du Saint-Pilon and the Grotto of Mary Magdalene, steeped in history and spirituality. Overnight stay at the Hostellerie de la Sainte Baume. The following day, the descent takes you past the Huveaune springs, La Taurelle farm, then the picturesque Source des Nayes and Saint-Zacharie. At both ends of the route, the walk is accessible via the free public transport network of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile.

This walk connects Cuges-les-Pins to the Hostellerie (Plan d’Aups), passing through the Sainte-Baume ridges, the Col du Saint-Pilon and the Grotto of Mary Magdalene. On the ridges, the 360-degree panoramic views are magnificent. The Grotto of Mary Magdalene is steeped in history and spirituality, as it is said that the saint spent the last 30 years of her life there. This walk is the first stage of a two-day trip, fully accessible via the free bus network of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile. The walk starts from Cuges-les-Pins (free bus route 11). At the end of the first day’s walk, the Hostellerie de la Sainte Baume offers affordable accommodation. The following day, the walk continues from the Hostellerie to Saint-Zacharie (free bus routes 8 and 9).

A lovely walk above Cuges-Les-Pins. The Jas de Sylvain is a restored former sheepfold which offers free overnight accommodation for a few walkers in basic comfort. Beautiful panoramic views over the Cuges plain. The walk is accessible at the start and finish via the free Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile bus route No. 11.