[EN] Var: day trips from Roquebrune sur Argens (Provence Côte d’Azur)

Last update: 19th November 2023

Are you staying in Roquebrune-sur-Argens? It’s very central, offering mountains, forests, sea, villages, and heritage sites—all within a day’s reach. Here is our list. Please refer to our article dedicated to activities in Roquebrune sur Argens too.

This is a joint article: my father, André, has compiled his top places to visit while avoiding the crowds. My list includes additional stops in Provence and the Côte d’Azur (French Riviera). As always, your feedback is more than welcome. Enjoy the read!

André's perfect week when staying in Roquebrune sur Argens

Don’t miss: the walk along the Estérel coast between Saint Raphaël and Le Trayas.
If you’ve got the time, the one along the Maures coast, between Saint Aygulf and Cavalaire, as far as Hyères for enthusiasts. Combine it with a walk in the Maures massif towards Collobrières on the outward journey or on the return journey, for a 12-hour circuit, not including rest stops.
Avoid driving to Saint Tropez, especially during vacation periods. It’s better to take the boat to Sainte Maxime.
Spend a day visiting the beautiful villages nearby: Figanières, Callas, Bargemon, Claviers, Seillans, Fayence, Callian, Montauroux. Take your pick.
In the northern part of the Var département, the road along the left bank of the Gorges du Verdon overlooks the most sumptuous landscape in Europe.
Monument lovers won’t want to miss the Cistercian abbey of Le Thoronet ( 45′ from Roquebrune) and La Verne Abbey, between Grimaud and Collobrières.
The Fréjus arena has been somewhat disfigured by recent renovation work, but the cathedral is well worth a visit.