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

Last update: 6th October 2024
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 Abbe, 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!
(photo above : St Tropez bravade in 1981 – photo André Abbe)
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 from Sainte Maxime (note there boats from Les Issambres during Summer, and from St Raphaël).
- 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.
Villages to visit in one day near Roquebrune sur Argens
Visit villages near Roquebrune sur Argens
Roquebrune sur Argens is central:
- South: sea, villages of Saint Tropez and Saint Maximin, Maures forest
- East: Cannes, Antibes, Nice, Italy
- West: Aix en Provence
- North: Gorges du Verdon, Alpes
Please find the start of the start of a list!
Saint Tropez
Getting to Saint Tropez
Saint Tropez is best reached by boat to avoid traffic jams.
Bateaux verts boats go from Sainte Maxime, and during July and August boats also run from les Issambres.
Bateaux bleus boats run from Saint Raphaël.
By car, traffic jams should be expected!
What to visit in Saint Tropez
Must-see: Saint Tropez museum Musée de l’annonciade
Sport activities in one day or two near Roquebrune sur Argens
The options are endless:
- Swim, snorkel, dive, surf
- Ski, snow rackets
- Hike, walk, run
- Cycle
- Golf
The « sentier des douaniers » (a path that follows the Med’ coast) is a must.
The « Rocher de Roquebrune » (Roquebrune’s rock) where you park on the South to have a nice 1-hour climb to the 3 crosses on top.
Ski - day trip from Var
Here is my top 3 ski resorts near Roquebrune sur Argens (and distance):
- Gréolières les Neiges (1h30)
- Isola 2000 (2h)
- Val d’Allos (2h30)
Art and museums near Roquebrune sur Argens
Activities include
- Concerts: abbaye du Thoronet for classical
- Museums
More to come!
Rest!
The best places to chill out include
- Calanques (small spots where to hang-out or swim) in Saint Aygulf
- Beaches in Boulouris (Saint Raphaël)
Still to come
Bars
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