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The Top 20 Castles in Var
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, …
Last updated: September 17, 2025
Already mentioned in the 11th century, the castle was the seat of the Seigneurs of Freinet, who was a feudal lord of the Counts of Provence. In the Middle Ages …
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The restored castle, which marks the top of Bormes is unfortunately privately owned and therefore can not be visited. But the views from the outside, as well as the panoramic view from the neighboring viewing platform reward the climb.
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There are pretty viewpoints and the old-fashioned little streets have a lot of charm in the old village, however it's more of a sporty walk than a hike. To get …
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The ruins of an old 11th-century castle "Château d'Hyères" tower high above Hyères. These castle ruins are visible from far away and dominate the view from all around. From here …
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Today, Entrecasteaux is a very nice place to visit when you spend your holidays in the Var department. Although the town is less known, this town is not inferior to …
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Trigance is a pretty little village overlooking the Jabron valley. It is located at the foot of the Breis mountain and Mont Chastillon. You can easily find something to eat …
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Balaguier Fort is one of the three main defensive buildings in Toulon harbor, built in the 17th century. The monument is now decorated with a botanical garden and houses a …
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Magnificent and uncrowded road that passes through Vallon Sourn (Vallon Sombre en Provencal) and Correns (the first organic village in France).
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La Verdière is a pretty town in the Verdon regional natural park, dominated by a castle dating from the 10th century and listed as a historic monument. From the village, there is a superb view of the surrounding countryside.
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A hard way up there, very rocky, but worth the effort! There is not much left of the castle (built in the 10th / 11th century) but the view is simply magnificent!
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