Beaches in Var
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The Best Local Beaches in Var
Stretching from Bandol, in the west, to St Raphael in the east, the Var coastline makes up the western half of the Côte d'Azur and combines the glamour of the Riviera with natural rugged beauty. Whether you prefer a perfectly manicured beach with waiter service, or a secluded cove, you are sure to find something to match your tastes on the Var coastline. In this short guide we describe the best beaches of this beautiful region.
Perhaps the most famous beach in the area is Pampelonne beach, which is located close to St Tropez. Pampelonne beach stretches for 5km, between Cap Camarat in the south, and Cap St Tropez, in the south, and comprises 27 private and public beaches spread over 67 acres. Facilities range from the highly exclusive beach-clubs such as "Club 55" and "Nikki Beach", to the family-friendly "Tiki-Club" which plays host to regular live music. Pampellone also has a large 'naturist' beach which remains as part of its strong 60's legacy.
Further along the coast to the west you will find the beaches of La Croix Valmer. There are a total of seven beaches here and each has its own character. The Plage du Débarquement, named after the Allied landings of 1944, offers wonderful views of the whole bay and hosts a number of activities and restaurants. The Plage d'Heraclée has a more wild look, but is also well served by activities and restaurants, as is the Plage de Gigaro. The beaches of Sylvabelle, Brouis, and Briande , meanwhile are far more isolated and are not served by restaurants or activities but do offer their own considerable rewards and tend to be much quieter than their counterparts.
There are also a range of beaches located on the Gulf of St Tropez which are particularly convenient for people staying in and around St Tropez and Ste Maxime. La Bouillabaisse is served by a restaurant of the same name and despite being located close to St Tropez, it enjoys an unpretentious family-friendly ambience. The Plage des Eléphants in Ste Maxime is another superb family-friendly beach and children will enjoy the fact that it was the setting of the classic children's book 'Le Voyage de Babar', which was written by Jean de Brunhoff during his stay in the town,
At the eastern end of the Var coast the twin towns of St Raphael and Frejus have four large beaches that are famous for their resorts, water sports, and general good times for all. The beaches are perfect for families with small children and activities on offer include snorkeling, scuba diving, and sailing.
If you are a beach lover then the Côte d'Azur really is the perfect location for you. If, like so many, you fall in love with this region, then why not go one step further than vacationing and invest in local property. There are hundreds of properties available for sale and rental in the area and we would be delighted to help you with your search.