Things to see and do Toulon

Built in 1692 on the orders of Vauban, this tower was first named "Tour des Vignettes". It was in charge of preventing any enemy presence. It had its moment of glory in 1707 during the siege of Toulon by the ships of the Anglo-Spanish coalition, during the wars of succession to the Spanish throne to which King Louis XIV claimed. Totally destroyed, it was rebuilt in its original form and renamed "Fort Saint-Louis". Its burning is celebrated on August 15 with a magnificent fireworks display.

The online tourist guide offers a wealth of information on Toulon and the surrounding area. It includes information on the most beautiful villages in the Var, such as Bormes-les-Mimosas, Cotignac, Gassin, La Cadière-d'Azur, Le Castellet, Seillans and Saint-Tropez. Natural sites and landscapes not to be missed include the Verdon, the islands of Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le Levant, the Capes Taillat, Lardier and Camarat and Pampelonne beach. The Toulon harbor is also mentioned as a place to visit. For water sports enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities for diving, kitesurfing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking and paddling. Culture buffs can visit historic sites and monuments, museums, parks and gardens, as well as picturesque villages. Finally, the guide also offers ideas for holidays, not-to-be-missed events and practical information on accommodation and restaurants.

This unusual sculpture in downtown Toulon is a life-size reproduction of the prow of the frigate La Flore, a royal ship of the ^18th century. The original figure, which represents Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, is on display at the Musée National de la Marine. Leaning against a wall, where a mast and a sail are painted, this monumental work is more than 10 meters high. It will pleasantly surprise you when you arrive on the small Vatel square, lost in the middle of the pedestrian streets of Toulon, between the Vezzani street and the Capucins passage.

Act Event offers a wonderful season for themed hiking, nature and gastronomy on the island of Embiez. After the walk, country wines and good expensive will be in the programme with a complete menu that you will eat on site and the furnishing of a kit tasting.