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Last updated: September 11, 2025

Vue sur la calanque de Port Miou

The first cove that we discover when leaving Cassis is called Port Miou. It offers beautiful views of Cap Canaille. These are these high orange-colored cliffs that overlook the city.

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Gorges du Verdon to lake Sainte-Croix

The Gorges du Verdon, whose source is near the Col d'Allos, one of the highest passes in France, extend over approximately 100 km. You can enjoy the view from above or walk down to the water's edge.

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Lac de Sainte-Croix

The entire middle and lower reaches of the river lie in the Verdon Regional Nature Park. The most scenic section is between the town of Castellane and the Lac de …

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Pont du Galetas

It is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in Provence, if not the most beautiful of all: Located between the Gorges du Verdon and the lavender fields of the …

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Flamingos at Salins des Pesquiers

Whether to discover the know-how linked to salt or the fauna and flora of a wetland, the Pesquiers salt marshes are a true example. Here you can observe pink flamingos, …

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Étang des Pesquiers

Along the very narrow coastal road you should see the Flamingos of the Etang des Pesquiers. It is a truly unique road that is surrounded by the beach and the …

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Vue sur la Mare Règue

The Cap Dramont is located on the coast of the Esterel mountains and is a wonderful place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the tranquility of nature, with stunning views.

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Route du Lac de Saint-Cassien

This magnificent road which passes through the dam lake of Saint-Cassien, Tanneron and Mandelieu-la-Napoule is also called the mimosas route, as these trees are numerous on this section. Mimosa is …

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Jardin Olbius Riquier

This beautiful garden became the property of the city of Hyères in 1868. It was designed by Olbius Hippolyte Antoine Riquier. With an area of 7 hectares, just a few …

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Beach at Lac de Sainte-Croix

Very nice bathing bay remote from the hiking trail 👍🍀

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