Sainte-Maxime walks

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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

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

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.

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

This route will take you on a journey of discovery through the traces left behind by the Ligurians who once occupied these lands. This dry stone fortress, built between the 6th and 4th centuries BC, overlooks the Bay of Cavalaire from a height of 460 metres. It offers exceptional views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the Maures massif, the Estérel and the Mercantour in the distance.