Sports events Provence

The Castellet track, or circuit Paul-Ricard, celebrates its 50th anniversary! Created in 1970 by Paul Ricard, the famous automobile circuit is a mythical track where the French F1 Grand Prix takes place every year. Born from the very impulse of Paul Ricard with the support of drivers such as Jean-Pierre Beltoise and Henri Pescarolo in the 1970s, it is one of the most beautiful tracks in Europe, spread over 5.8 km, which can boast no less than 13 bends and a straight line called Mistral 1.8 km long. In the Var region, the spirit of its builder blows the spirit of its builder by also being a leisure site dedicated to motor sports. The 964 m long, illuminated go-kart track offers five different layout solutions. Multi GT driving courses are organized on Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Audi to live an extraordinary experience. Baptisms on the track, in the company of professional drivers, give you the opportunity to experience the sensations of driving aboard a racing car from the inside. The F1 simulators of the Grand Prix Hall remain, if you don't dare to put on a suit and helmet. At the heart of this hyper-structure is a 964-metre karting track where you can take part in driving courses.

It's gone for a small stride of 10 km, on foot or roller. In mid-November on the Prado beaches.

In 2018, the race will celebrate its 40 years! We are looking forward to the festivities. Usually, it proposes 3 routes - departures at 13 h 30, 14 h and 15 h depending on levels - but all leave the rue de la République and end the Clock Place.

Dix Mille Tours du Castellet is an annual race organized by Peter Auto on the famous Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet, Var. Depending on the grid, it uses both tracks, the F1 Grand Prix track and the other one without the northern chicane with the Mistral straight line allowing to reach 300 km/h for the Group C Racing prototypes. The Dix Mille Tours du Castellet is also the presence of car clubs (vehicles before 1971 or possibly more recent) that can participate in driving on the track, but also the presence of merchants and exhibitors.

Do you know Marseille's soccer sanctuary? The Stade Vélodrome was built in 1937 by the architect Ploquin. This "temple" of Olympique de Marseille is a mythical, thrilling venue where fans and locals alike are passionate about their favorite team, OM, as well as rugby matches with neighboring Toulon's RCT. Thanks to the European Cup, awarded to France in 2016, priority was given to the construction of this "new" stadium with its ultra-modern design . Changes were made to the structure itself: the stadium is now completely covered! With this^4th extension completed on August 15, 2014, the stadium is now classified in the UEFA "Elite" category. The new stadium now accommodates 67,395 spectators, in optimal conditions of comfort with renewed seating, and improved visibility thanks to a new configuration and seats closer to the pitch. The pillars supporting the roof do not affect the field of vision, and the lighting power is increased and distributed all along the structure for better balance. Last but not least, the adjoining shopping center features restaurants, an auditorium and boutiques. Take a guided tour of the Orange Vélodrome and plunge into the heart of the legendary club. For a good hour (only during school vacations), you'll have the privilege of going behind the scenes of this temple of soccer!

What success! Years in years the notoriety of the Castellet racing races won't be démérite! You who have never seen this fabulous and impressive spectacle, you who have already seen it and die of returning to it: All of you must no longer hesitate and organise a weekend to attend one of these races. Visit the website of the Paul Ricard circuit to track its programming. You may then be able to attend the FIA GT 1 World Championship (in July), 4 hours of Paul Ricard V V (where historical vehicles are displayed in September), the World Series by Renault (in September) or even participate in one of the GT steering courses organized here.

The merchants'association, the Bandol Yacht Club and the Bandol Yacht Company put their heart to the book to breathe new life into this nautical event in the noble title. La Veil d'Or, which celebrated its 26 th edition in 2014 after two years of interruption, brings together a more experienced day and winter pleasure, the time of a coastal race, both sporty and convivial.

Offering in part an urban landscape (relative however: we are in Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône), then take us in a natural and preserved setting along the route of the beach Napoleon. The opportunity to take advantage of the panorama on the coast. Another asset? There are many sports activities to be carried out: The smooth mix allows joggers and cyclists to share their playground with roller and skateboard enthusiasts.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 7 km.

Difficulty: .

Designed to some extent on the old railway, this small Green lane is ideal for budding enthusiasts! Only four kilometres long between Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Mas-Blanc-des-Alpilles, a track almost flat, with the coated smooth; many criteria that make it accessible to everyone! Jogging in the morning, cycling in the afternoon walk in roller-skate, there are many activities here! Attention, the green lane is not indicated in Saint-Rémy. To reach it, it is necessary to engage in avenue Mistral, in downtown (D5 towards Maillane). At the roundabout, take the avenue du Maréchal-Juin, on the left, and continue on avenue du Général-Koenig, opposite. The green lane begins further, on D99.

Price: free.

Distance: 4 km.

Difficulty: easy.

Two hours walking, one hour running, this course presents itself as a good option for Sunday walk as for daily jogging. There is little risk of losing you: The, forest is bordered by four ponds - Lavalduc Pond, Engrenier Pond, Can Pond and Citis Pond. The itinerary starts at the parking lot preceding Saint-Blaise chapel. Shortly after this building, do not miss the archaeological site of the same name: it dates from the Iron Age and if the heart tells you it is open to the public.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h walking, 1 h running.

Difficulty: .

Markup: yellow.

Every first May, the USAM organizes the Nature of the Three Forts in Faron. Accessible to athletes as well as to Sunday riders, this is an original way to rediscover the Toulon Mountains, while taking a fresh breath of fresh air. There are three courses at different levels depending on the candidate's age (1 km, 2 kilometres and 11 kilometres). The slopes will surely make you regret for a moment not having taken the cable car, but the satisfaction of getting away is worth it!

Tariff: 10 € in presale.

Duration: from 1 a. m. to 2 p. m.

Difficulty: .

This championship brings together over 80 high-level professionals from all over the world to the David beaches. A unique event in Marseille, as this is the first time that the Marseille city has a world-class test with a series of W-shaped slalom courses. A week that celebrates windsurfing and gliding sports. 

This race will take place in the middle of Marseille on a loop of 5 km, including 3 km in Borly Park and 2 km around the racetrack. What can be found in the southern sun? Go to your shoes!

Distance: 5 km.

Departure: at 9 a. m. at Borely Park.

Difficulty: easy.