Tourist Attractions & Monuments Var

In 1206, the nuns were founded by Saint Dominic in Prouilhe near Toulouse, in the heart of Cathar country. In 1860, this Dominican community was established in Marseilles, to serve the incurably ill and the infirm of all orders abandoned by all. The monastery of Saint-Maximin was created in 1972 from the work of Sainte-Catherine. The monastery moved in 2009 to the hill of Deffends, a preserved place of the city of Saint-Maximin at 400 m altitude. Its location offers retreatants a view and an atmosphere conducive to rest and recollection, changing with the seasons. The nuns offer to all those who wish to share their liturgical life of prayer and contemplation for a few days. The reception is open to all people for individual stays or in groups organized for retreats or training sessions. And also young girls who are reflecting on a vocation... and more generally any person who is looking for God and wishes to share the prayer and life of the community. They welcome people for a day or for a stay of between two and eight days and provide, in addition to accommodation and meals, places for prayer, two conference rooms and a library. Finally, for guides and scouts, there is a space for camping and an altar for outdoor celebrations.

Château de La Verdière, located in the commune of La Verdière in the Var department, is a listed historic site. Built in the Xᵉ century, it is the largest château in Provence by surface area. The château also features temporary exhibitions and a history of a renaissance.

Saint-Raphaël is a town on the Côte d'Azur, offering numerous possibilities for boat excursions. Sea You Sun is a boat excursion agency based in Saint-Raphaël, offering a variety of tours. These include a visit to the Lérins Islands, with the possibility of discovering the island of Sainte-Marguerite and its famous Fort Royal, as well as the island of Saint-Honorat, famous for its monastery founded in the 4th century. Sea You Sun also offers excursions to the Calanques de l'Estérel, offering magnificent scenery with its red rocks and turquoise waters. An excursion to Saint-Tropez is also available, allowing you to discover this famous town on the Côte d'Azur.

Bauduen's tourist office is a point of reference for visitors wishing to discover the town and surrounding area. They can provide information on tourist attractions, activities, accommodation and restaurants in the area.

Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume is a town in Provence. Les Balades de Marie offers cultural tours and sightseeing excursions in the region. Marie, a national interpreter and guide, offers tours of France and Provence, as well as visits to the Royal Basilica of Saint Marie-Madeleine in Saint Maximin la Sainte Baume. A specialist in religious and military heritage through the ages, and in medieval architecture, Marie offers lectures on heritage.10.38.56.21 for more information.

My Sail croisière Méditerranée is a boat rental service based in Six-Fours-les-Plages. They offer a variety of private sailboat cruises, particularly in Corsica and on the Côte d'Azur. They also offer personalized boating training and excursions at sea, such as cetacean watching. For those wishing to charter a boat, they have a fleet including monohulls and sailboats of various makes. Rental rates vary according to the sailing period, with special rates for low season, mid season and high season. My Sail also offers a loyalty pass for regular sailors and boat owners.

This gallery of paintings, supported by an association, presents works of Roger Van Rogger (1914-1983), among others contemporary creations.