La Farlède walks

This route will take you up to Solliès-Ville and then past the Notre-Dame du Deffens Chapel. On the way back, you will follow the bed of an old stream.

A circular loop in the hills above La Farlède. It follows a steep-sided valley, climbs up to a field of rockroses, joins the Canal de Provence through the woods and returns to the houses and car park by the chapel. Numerous fossils and other structures appear on the limestone walls and ground. The vegetation covers and hides many terraces and other ruins, signs of active human occupation until at least the beginning of the last century.

In a private estate where walkers, cyclists and horse riders are welcome, you will have access to a magnificent Provençal setting, with an 18th-century château at the heart of its 160-hectare vineyard, and you will walk alongside the banks of the River Gapeau and its tributaries, the Petit Real and the Jonquière. This circular route is suitable for families.

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

This hike combines physical activity with culture. It will take us on a journey of discovery through the ruins of Hyères Castle. The local council has installed information panels on the site, allowing us to imagine what life was like in those days. Before that, this beautiful walk will take us to the recently renovated Notre-Dame du Fenouillet Chapel.

This route takes you along rediscovered paths and, above all, through the hamlet of Valcros with its square, chapel, tree and oven. Next, head to the Trubis cave when there is water. Afterwards, head towards the Castellas oppidum, but that will be for another time, and return to the Saint-Christine Chapel to appreciate its history and the view.

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.

A circular through the forest to discover the sand quarry that supplied the Tourris glassworks, with some nice surprises inside if you have a head torch, torch or mobile phone. Then we will go to the old marble quarry in Le Revest where some blocks have been engraved, not only with ants, which are in the majority, but also with bees, butterflies, wild boars and a wolf. Finally, we will pass through the hamlet of Les Olivières, which was part of the commune of Le Revest and was abandoned at the beginning of the 20th century: ruins of houses, wells, cisterns and ovens. Don't miss the central square with its magnificent centuries-old oak tree. And we will end with the abandoned glassworks of Tourris. A beautiful walk for the curious, young and old alike. If you take your time, allow 3½ hours for this fascinating walk.

A walk through holm oaks to the Revest lake viewpoint passing by a cave which can be visited.

Route on the rocky slopes of Mont Faron, starting between Toulon and La Valette-du-Var, practically in the town centre. The appeal of this hike is its slightly challenging and wild nature in the immediate vicinity of Toulon.

A short climb to the Chapelles Sainte-Christine and the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Santé with its sundial on the ground. This is also an opportunity to discover part of old Cuers and the various wash houses along the way.

An original walk that leads to a cave shelter, a flint-cutting workshop from 50,000 years ago, at the Grotte de la Ripelle. These sites on the Adret du Mont Combes bear witness to the occupation of the area, proven by numerous remains, during the Upper Palaeolithic and perhaps even earlier. If you want to do the circular, you will need to be in good physical shape and not be afraid of scree or some easy climbing. Otherwise, the sites can be accessed from either side.

From the Dardennes district, this walk will take you to the summit of Mont Combes, passing through the Tourravelle estate, with superb views of the Toulon hinterland and in particular the village of Le Revest-les-Eaux. You'll spare a thought for the Neolithic men who found the raw material for their Ripelle flint tool workshops here.

Three forts with very different destinies are the focus of this hike in the hills between Carqueiranne and Le Pradet. We will first climb gradually to the top of the Colle Noire hill, before returning to the terraced fields of Le Canebas, passing through the picturesque little port of Coupereau.

A beautiful hike, with a good climb and a superb view of the heights. It's a shame about the end, 30 minutes of tarmac...

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.

A few efforts through sometimes difficult scree slopes and some mini-climbs will lead us to discover: - the source of the Ripelle, - the Vieille Valette karstic cave, - the Gallo-Roman and medieval ruins, where you can imagine this village as an eagle's nest (the ancestor of La Valette) - the Trou de Gaspard (de Besse) - the decorated and sculpted sand caves to be explored by torchlight, - the old Tourravelle farm and its magnificent surroundings. Precautions: Read "Practical Information" below.

This easy hike will take us around a temporary lake and to one of the viewpoints of Carqueiranne, following the paths of my childhood in the countryside surrounding this village, which has changed so much since then.

The Cassini pyramid is the highest point in the Toulon region. This peak was used by the astronomer Cassini to establish cartography using the triangulation method. You will hike on spectacular sharp limestone pavement glaciers in a mineral world. Splendid 360° panorama.

This hike leads to a popular hiking spot in the Var region, but via a lesser-known route and using a minimum of tracks.

If you are guided by a desire to explore, this circuit, which penetrates the heart of Siou-Blanc, will allow you to discover lost arches, caves, karstic caves, dolomites and a few rocks whose shapes give free rein to the imagination. There are also a few remains of basic shelters, evidence of ancient occupation of the site. All these curiosities are hidden in the heart of a magnificent primeval forest and can be accessed by straying slightly from the more frequented paths.

Not a very long hike with less than 11 km but very hilly with a rocky, steep incline.

I went on two walks I found on Visorando: "Le Revest - Tourris Castle" and "Tourris and the Pyramide de Cassini" before finding this itinerary that I'm recommending. The beginning of the first until the departmental road then part of the initial section of the second. Unlike the "Pyramide de Cassini", we discovered a route that's not marked on the maps but which joins the "Chemin des Turcos" in a forested area. A walk with uneven terrain that can be difficult at times.

A short hike for short days. A large cave that serves as a shelter with a table and chairs. Moderator's note : some paths have become problematic on this old hike. See reviews.

If you have an hour or two to spare, here is a short walk (tinged with a certain nostalgia) with no other pretensions than to discover or rediscover a corner of Carqueiranne that has not changed too much.

The hike begins with a walk through the pretty village of Belgentier. It then climbs via theGR®9and 51 trails through oak and pine woods to the Pas de Belgentier. The trail heads south, offering magnificent views and some geological curiosities. The descent to the village is steep, along steep paths, and ends with a beautiful, partially stone-paved path in a pretty valley.

Magnificent views of the Hyères Islands and the Southern Alps.

A beautiful little path and a lovely climb, with the added bonus of superb views and challenging passages between large rocks.

An extraordinary panorama of the most beautiful harbour in Europe awaits you at the top of Mont Faron, 584 metres above Toulon.

A very pleasant loop that takes you along the Barre de Cuers via Les Veys. The lower part is on a green trail. The upper section, along the Barre, offers magnificent views with Porquerolles, Port Cros, Le Levant and the main peaks of eastern Toulon in the background. The west-east orientation of the Barre means you can avoid the mistral wind. Despite strong winds, the trail is sheltered and easy to walk. Spring is the best season as it gets hot in summer.

The hamlet of Les Olivières was abandoned in 1911, and its ruins give an idea of what life was like here: cellars, cisterns, bread oven, dwellings. A few more vestiges of times gone by. To get there, take the classic and always pleasant walk to the Barrage du Revest and the Ragas resurgence (see practical information). This hike should be avoided in wet weather.

If you like scrambling around the coualo (hill in Provençal) like a goat, unafraid of steep paths or argelas, salsepareilles, fragons and other kermes oaks, then this loop is for you. Complete immersion in the scrubland and guaranteed solitude. This trail was created from scratch in the steepest part to reach the quarry road from the dam via the hill. Don't forget your secateurs to help maintain this trail.

This circular loop begins with a classic, Le Revest, the Dardennes Dam, and the Ragas spring. It continues to the impressive Impluvium (marked on maps as Citerne d'Estienne or d'Orves) on the Siou Blanc plateau. Along the way, there are several panoramic views of Mont Caume, Faron, Toulon harbour and the Hyères islands.

During this hike, we will pass through parts of Le Revest-les-Eaux that only the villagers know. The main attraction is a visit to the Baume des Cagarelles, which undoubtedly takes its name from the goat droppings on its floor when there were still herds. It is a beautiful, vast cave with a beautiful view of the sea. We will descend via a very steep path, aided by ropes strung between the trees. On the way back, we will have the opportunity to visit the dovecote, which was restored in 2005 by architect/mason Jean-Pierre Willot, commissioned by the town hall. Return via the Arrosants district... aptly named!

Hike leading to the 784m Cassini Pyramid to discover magnificent landscapes. However, it should be avoided in high winds. In winter, you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Alps.

This hike will take you across the Siou Blanc plateau. First, head south towards the Pyramide de Cassini and its fabulous viewpoint over Mont Caume and the Bay of Toulon. Then head north, overlooking the Gapeau valley, to discover the Arche de la Garoute hidden in the woods of the Morières-Montrieux national forest.

Nestled against a rocky peak, Pierrefeu-du-Var reveals itself as a Provençal gem at the gateway to the Massif des Maures. This picturesque village invites you to stroll through its narrow streets, where every stone seems to whisper history. The route naturally leads to the site of Sainte-Croix, the spiritual and historical cradle of the commune.

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).