Randonnées Le Plan-de-la-Tour

Superbe vue des environs, notamment sur le Golfe de Saint-Tropez.

In the hinterland of Saint-Tropez, a beautiful hike allows you to discover the old town of La Garde-Freinet, beautiful landscapes of heathland and cork oak forests, as well as the Roches Blanches, a rocky outcrop of quartz. Not to mention the Croix des Maures and Fort Freinet, carved into the rock in the Middle Ages.

This final stage, which links La Garde-Freinet to Roquebrune-sur-Argens, is part of the Grande Traversée des Maures "Montem Maurum". This diagonal route across the Maures mountains offers magnificent views amid varied and wild vegetation. The Rocher de Roquebrune appears from an original angle, in all its dazzling beauty.

A pleasant hike in Grimaud in the hinterland of Saint-Tropez. The circuit starts near a renovated windmill, then passes near a bridge that was once used as an aqueduct called Pont des Fées. It continues through the beautiful Garde valley, where vineyards, wild olive trees and heath alternate. The return route crosses the old town of Grimaud and passes by the castle.

A walk in the hills above Sainte-Maxime, rewarded with a superb 360° view from the Estérel to the Maures, taking in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and, on a clear day, the Alps. Hike published by Éditions du Chemin des Crêtes: Les plus belles randonnées Visorando Provence Côte d'Azur.

Between nature and town, this loop takes in Grimaud and its must-sees: the Chapelle Saint-Roch, the Pont des Fées and the Vallon de la Garde on the outskirts of the village, the church of Saint-Michel, the village's typical narrow streets, the Tour de l'Horloge, the Chapelle des Pénitents and the Château de Grimaud.

A walk through the Maures National Forest, offering numerous views over the surrounding valleys all the way to the sea.

Head to the ridges of the Faucon trail and return along the banks of the Môle river.

This walk begins on the bustling quays of Saint-Tropez, where the hulls of boats dance to the rhythm of the reflections. We walk along the jetty to the lighthouse, a red sentinel facing the horizon, before returning along the seafront, between sunny terraces and pastel-coloured façades. Then, you climb up to the old town, with its cobbled streets, flower-filled balconies and memories of a fishing village that has become legendary. An easy circular loop, between sea splashes and Provençal memories, ideal for strolling along the water's edge and through time.

This easy walk offers beautiful views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez on one side and the Estérel and Southern Alps on the other.

An easy hike with little elevation gain. A wide variety of landscapes in a wetland area: wooded areas, vineyards, open spaces, rock formations, varied vegetation (beautiful dwarf irises in April). Numerous fords and streams, pleasant in spring. moderator's note: site closed since 10/09/2021 until further notice

From the car park at the confluence of the Argens and the Aille, a mountain bike ride along the DFCI track or small trails to the Sommet des Terriers and the menhir site. Return via a fairly fast-riding route – a real treat for downhill riders.

A family hike that allows you to discover the banks of the Aille and Argens rivers and explore the flora of the communal forest of Les Arcs-sur-Argens

This circular is ideal for a lovely family outing. Its largely shaded route offers beautiful views of the Argens, the Barres de Pouaré and the Rocher de Roquebrune. This circuit also offers the opportunity to climb to the summit of Cabredor and cross the oppidum that occupies it.

An easy walk, though uneven in places, along the Issambres coastal path. Views of the Bay of Saint-Tropez for the first few kilometres, followed by views of the Estérel Massif and the Bay of Saint-Raphaël.

An easy walk suitable for everyone. A route along the valley floor with views of the Maures, Gassin and La Croix Valmer. The path winds through beautiful vineyards and the vegetation of the lower Var, with mimosas in bloom in January and February. A circular route that can be walked in either direction without increasing the difficulty; only the views will be different.

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.

A pleasant and easy circular in the woods of Roquebrune overlooking the Domaines des Baux, des Deux Collines and de la Bergerie.

A lovely walk to discover the rich diversity of the Maures State Forest. Following a track winding through cork oak trees, you’ll reach a ridge road where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Maures massif. You’ll then descend through the valleys, passing through the old chestnut groves for which the region is renowned. The vegetation is typical and rich in diversity as you progress, featuring wetlands, maquis, limestone outcrops and old-growth woodland.

A superb hike, difficult, even very difficult, but one that takes you to the Trois Croix on the Rocher de Roquebrune with a splendid, almost 360° view of the Mediterranean, the Maures, Sainte-Baume, Sainte-Victoire, Grand Bessillon, the Verdon, the Estérel and the towns of Roquebrune, Puget-sur-Argens, Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël. Much of the route is shaded. The ascent is difficult; the descent requires extreme caution. ⚠️ Some sections feature cables or chains over a few metres. Not recommended for those prone to vertigo.

A challenging hike, but rewarded with a magnificent 360° panorama at Les Trois Croix. View of the fairy chimneys on the way back.

A gentle climb with beautiful views of the Estérel Massif. You will happily arrive at the summit to enjoy a beautiful view. As you begin your descent, you will arrive in the heart of the mimosa valley. Fragrances and beauty!Best done in good weather in February, of course! Follow the blue trail and the route.

A beautiful, undulating forest with Mediterranean species, where holm oaks, cork oaks and scrubland abound. The high point of Les Avalans offers views of the Plaine des Maures and the Gulf of Fréjus. In winter, arbutus trees, sometimes called strawberry trees, are abundant and delight hikers.

A walk through the Var forest ending in a forest of mimosas. Lovely views of the sea.

A lovely easy walk, most of it by the sea.

This walk allows you to climb Roquebrune Rock without retracing your steps.

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.

We experienced the sunset over the rocky cliffs of the Rocher de Roquebrune, followed by a night-time descent, and therefore carried the appropriate kit for this type of hike. 

A beautiful, very hilly route. Magnificent views of the Argens valley, crossing the confluence with the Aille. The difficulty really begins at the sixteenth kilometre, reaching almost the summit of Le Vinaigrier. The route alternates between tarmac, dirt tracks, with or without ruts depending on the season, and stony tracks with varying amounts of roots. In short, a demanding and attractive route.

A relaxing route to enjoy the countryside, taking in the Aille Valley, the Vidauban Waterfall, some of its fords, the Vidauban Golf Course and part of the village’s vineyards.

A very picturesque route which, when the weather conditions are right, allows you to observe the Pic de l'Ours on the Estelle on one side and Notre-Dames des Anges on the Maures on the other, from the vicinity of the summit of Castel Diaou. You'll pass through a multitude of different landscapes in the woods, valleys and ridges. You follow the Argens and the Aille, and cross them after, or even before, overlooking them.

A beautiful, easy hike in the Maures plain. It crosses the plains, passes over the Aille, crosses fords, goes through woods, and ventures onto a botanical trail with descriptions. The return journey follows the same route, with a few variations, and, as on the way there, care should be taken on the bends in the track north of Les Plaines, which hide the watercourses that can cause severe erosion.

A beautiful hike between plains and low mountains, offering sumptuous landscapes. Start at the Aille and, after a few kilometres, tackle the first 3 km climb. Descend for 2 kilometres before tackling the hardest part: a climb of about 6 kilometres that starts on a track that is half sand, half earth, before turning into a stony track.

A superb walk, with a reasonable elevation gain, well balanced between roads, paths and tracks. Stunning scenery accompanies this walk in the Massif des Maures, with views of the Rocher de Roquebrune and, in the background, the Alps.

This route can be challenging at times, especially after rain, but the landscapes it passes through are truly breathtaking. Starting in the Plaine des Maures, you cross a forest of umbrella pines, Douglas firs, holm oaks and cork oaks. The terrain varies greatly, from sand and pebbles to stones and tarmac, allowing you to catch your breath as you go. The highlights are the Route des Crêtes Marc Robert, which reveals Lac des Escarcets, a silvery lake in the middle of the green plain, and the descent of the Cinq Sedes, winding down to the village of Les Mayons with its many viewpoints. An unforgettable route!

This is a short tour that can be completed in an hour and allows you to recharge your batteries in nature. Starting from the Vidauban athletics stadium, after a few kilometres on a tarmac road, you will experience your first change of scenery with a ford that can be more or less difficult to cross depending on the season. Then you follow the golf course fence, first on a tarmac road and then, after a few hundred metres, on a very rough track, but the golf course offers magnificent views. Leaving the golf course, you enter the woods on small tracks, then cross another ford before reaching the Route du Plan de la Tour, after crossing another ford and the bridge over the Aille. The route ends by taking another grassy, shaded path.

A fairly easy but rather sunny walk with some lovely views of Saint-Aygulf, the coast and the Estérel. In summer, best done early in the morning. Some paths are steep, so make sure you wear good walking shoes.

Climb to the Trois Croix de Roquebrune from the Rocher de Palay car park via a beautiful ledge offering views over the whole town and the surrounding region. See chapter: practical information.

A magnificent family walk around Lake Aréna, on the banks of the Argens and at the foot of the Rocher de Roquebrune. The flora is interesting: you will find Spanish broom, scorpion broom, cotton cistus, Provence cane, prickly pear, fennel, wood chervil, white bread, false cypress euphorbia, eleven o'clock flowers, radiated anacycles, sage-leaved rockrose, white campion, ravenelle, flax, meadow clover...

This short route includes a pleasant walk through the forests overlooking Ramatuelle and a visit to a treasure of Provençal heritage.

A pleasant hike in the countryside and a visit to the Chartreuse de la Verne. You can also access this hike by taking the ST Julien path (on the left at the first traffic lights when coming from Toulon). The dam area is no longer accessible by car. Park before the barrier on the right-hand side of the road near a small wood and continue on foot to the dam.

The mills of Paillas are a classic destination for walks in the beautiful and very authentic village of Ramatuelle. Here is an alternative to the "Les moulins de Paillas à Ramatuelle" walk published in 2020, with a different approach that avoids paved roads as much as possible.

Nestled in the hills above the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the village of Ramatuelle offers a timeless escape. This walk invites you to stroll through its narrow streets, lined with houses with ochre facades and pastel shutters, where every turn reveals a shaded square, a discreet fountain or a panorama of the Var hills.Along the way, you will discover the Church of Notre-Dame, the medieval ramparts and a few artisan workshops that perpetuate the Provençal spirit. The song of the cicadas accompanies your steps, while the scents of jasmine and fig trees awaken your senses. An ideal getaway for lovers of heritage, tranquillity and southern charm.

An alternative to the classic routes to reach the Trois Croix at the summit of the Rocher de Roquebrune, starting from Le Muy. A varied, relatively demanding circular route, with some steep climbs and technical descents that will require the use of your hands. ⚠️ Several handrails and safety equipment are provided.

A cycle route along the Voie Verte, between Les Arcs and Draguignan, following an old railway line, with a gentle gradient and a few short steep sections. A pleasant route that runs alongside vineyards and regularly passes through woodland. Once you reach the end of the Voie Verte, you can continue on to the village of Rebouillon by heading past the centre of Draguignan. This is indicated by the sign at the end of the Voie Verte.

Easy walk on forest tracks from the Tour de Taradeau to the Croix with a superb view of the Argens plain.

This hike allows you to discover the old and new villages of La Môle via the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel.

A ridge path to Ramatuelle with views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and Cavalaire Bay.

A short loop with superb views, to be done before or after visiting the charterhouse.

A walk through the crests of the Maures forest. A breathtaking landscape taking in the Mediterranean and the Alps.

Here is a fairly short route starting from Bonne Terrasse, allowing you to explore Cap Camarat with ease and return via the lighthouse and then along a lovely forest track. ⚠️ 21/08/2026: Please read the practical information carefully before setting out on this walk.

An easy walk along the coast between Camarat Lighthouse and L’Escalet on the Saint-Tropez peninsula. Beautiful Mediterranean scenery amongst pine trees and turquoise waters. On arrival, a refreshing dip on the magnificent beach at L’Escalet will do you a world of good! ⚠️ 21/08/2026: Please read the practical information carefully before setting out on this walk.

Circuit in the Massif des Maures, between narrow paths and wide tracks, passing by the Sommet du Bœuf and the Collobrières weather radar.

A pleasant outing to the valleys of Grand Noyer, La Gourre and Le Révérencier, where you will alternate between pretty drovers' roads, water points, old mule tracks, undergrowth and old stone bridges...