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178 · Places to discover
Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume · Var
Sainte-Marie-Madeleine basilica stands in the centre of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume. Explore its Gothic nave, crypt and historic furnishings independently or with an audio guide. The building remains a place of wors…
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La Seyne-sur-Mer · Var
Batterie de Peyras is a former military structure in the Cap Sicié massif, in La Seyne-sur-Mer. Arrange an interior visit with the operator; check access rules for the massif before travelling.
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Six-Fours-les-Plages · Var
On cap Nègre in Six-Fours-les-Plages, this former coastal defence battery now hosts temporary exhibitions. Its position between the bay of Sanary and the Brusc roadstead helps explain its role in protecting the coastl…
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La Crau · Var
The Canal Jean Natte runs through La Crau and reflects the history of water in the town. Fed by the Gapeau, it served mills and later irrigation, and can be seen in particular around the parc du Béal.
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Comps-sur-Artuby · Var
Near the village of Comps-sur-Artuby, Bonne-Fontaine combines a vaulted pool with a lower basin dated 1738. This heritage stop offers an insight into past uses of water.
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Le Beausset · Var
At the top of the Beausset-Vieux hill, this sundial stands on a terrace of the Notre-Dame chapel. Its rod casts a shadow on a stone base to show solar time. You can discover it on a walk up to the site.
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Aups · Var
On Rue Gabriel-Péri in Aups, the Joffre sundial retains decoration dated 1777, restored in 2004. It is a heritage feature to look out for on a walk through the village.
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Marseille · Bouches-du-Rhône
Between towering limestone cliffs, the calanque d’En-Vau forms an iconic landscape in the Parc national des Calanques. Reaching this natural site requires a demanding walk: steep paths and heat call for proper prepara…
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L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue · Vaucluse
Housed in an 18th-century mansion in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Campredon hosts exhibitions exploring art and images. The programme features photography, visual art and digital creations.
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Cassis · Bouches-du-Rhône
Between Cassis and La Ciotat, discover the cliffs of Cap Canaille and the scenery visible from the viewpoints along the Route des Crêtes. The D141 offers several panoramic stops overlooking the coast and surrounding h…
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Marseille · Bouches-du-Rhône
Facing the seafront, la Major catches the eye with its domes and contrasting stone façades. Discover this 19th-century cathedral with its Romanesque-Byzantine architecture, then take time to admire its sculptures, alt…
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Vaison-la-Romaine · Vaucluse
Discover the Romanesque architecture of Notre-Dame-de-Nazareth, then explore its cloister galleries. Reused ancient stones, capitals and the church dome reveal how the site has changed over time. The cloister garden o…
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Avignon · Vaucluse
Next to the Palais des Papes, discover Notre-Dame des Doms cathedral and its Provençal Romanesque architecture. From the forecourt, look for the golden statue atop the bell tower, then step inside to admire the decora…
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Sisteron · Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
In the centre of Sisteron, discover the cathedral of Notre-Dame et Saint-Thyrse, also known as Notre-Dame des Pommiers. Built from the 12th century onwards, it combines Romanesque and Lombard influences; several chape…
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Nice · Alpes-Maritimes
The domes and ornate façade of Saint-Nicolas create a distinctive silhouette in the Nice landscape. A visit reveals a cathedral inspired by the churches of Moscow, with icons, frescoes and carved woodwork. Guided tour…
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Fréjus · Var
Discover Saint-Léonce cathedral in the old centre of Fréjus. Its two naves, glazed-tile bell tower and woodwork reveal the building’s successive transformations. Inside, look for the Saint Margaret altarpiece and the …
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Carpentras · Vaucluse
From the portals of the cathédrale Saint-Siffrein to its interior decoration, discover several centuries of religious art. The classical façade and Gothic doorway reflect the building’s transformations. Inside, the sc…
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Nice · Alpes-Maritimes
In the heart of Vieux-Nice, Sainte-Réparate Cathedral opens onto place Rossetti. Step inside to see the chapels and decoration of a monument closely tied to the city's religious history. Afterwards, you can take a bre…
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Rasteau · Vaucluse
The Rasteau wine cooperative welcomes visitors to its shop on route des Princes-d’Orange. Cellar tours are available for groups of 8 to 20 people, by booking at least 72 hours in advance and subject to availability. E…
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Gordes · Vaucluse
Beneath the houses of Gordes, the Caves du Palais Saint-Firmin preserve rooms partly carved into the rock, cisterns and former olive oil mills. The self-guided visit with an audio guide traces the activities once hous…
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Marseille · Bouches-du-Rhône
In the heart of the Panier, step inside a former hospice arranged around a large courtyard and galleries on three levels. Its chapel with an oval dome, designed by Pierre Puget, is the centrepiece of the complex. La V…
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Saint-Paul-de-Vence · Alpes-Maritimes
In the chapelle des Pénitents Blancs in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, discover the interior designed by Jean-Michel Folon. Stained glass, sculpture and the use of light offer an insight into the world of an artist connected to…
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Moustiers-Sainte-Marie · Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Overlooking Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Notre-Dame de Beauvoir chapel is reached by a staircase of 262 stone steps. The Way of the Cross has fourteen stations decorated with faience by Simone Garnier. Built between the 12…
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Saint-Tropez · Var
On the heights above Saint-Tropez, chapelle Sainte-Anne stands among pine and cypress trees. Its surroundings offer views towards the bay and countryside, while the interior holds votive offerings associated with sail…
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