VISIT THE VAR AND THE COTE D'AZUR

The coastline of the French Riviera stretches over 650 km of coves, ports and fine sandy beaches.

Ideally located in Saint Mandrier, La Presqu’île campsite offers mobile homes just a few minutes walk from beautiful beaches.

About 500 m from your pitch, Saint Asile beach attracts locals and holidaymakers alike. Edged by an ancient pine forest, it has all the necessary facilities for a great holiday. While some sunbathe, others make sandcastles or take a kayak trip.

A little further on, 10 minutes’ walk from the campsite, Les Sablettes beach is popular with both children and adults. With its restaurants and wide range of water sports activities, families, couples and groups of friends can spend the whole day here.

At first light, holidaymakers spread out their beach towels on the fine sand at Les Sablettes. Once night falls, a short walk is all that’s needed to explore the night markets, shows and fireworks organised in the landscaped grounds.

In summer, it’s often hard to tear yourself away from the clear waters of the Mediterranean. So, it’s not surprising that, with an average temperature of 22 °C in July and August, the Mediterranean is the favourite destination for holidaymakers.

For an unforgettable holiday by the sea, the beaches near the campsite offer many water activities.

Thrill seekers can take to the skies with parasailing. For mega-fun with friends, the towables skim across the water at full speed. Thrills and laughter guaranteed!

Alone or with others, get away from the crowd for a few minutes in a sea kayak or on a paddleboard. Once you’ve mastered the art of paddling, you can explore the coastline. You can see the beaches, coves and forests that surround Saint Mandrier.

Under the water, a magical world awaits you. Try your hand at scuba diving with an instructor and let them guide you to the best spots in the bay.

All the locals will tell you: that Provence is one of the most beautiful regions of France.

And who would dare to argue with them? Beauty is everywhere in PACA: in the colourful traditional markets, in the little fishing ports such as Saint Mandrier and in every village in the Var, such as Ollioules.

If you want to explore the Varois coast in a different way, climb aboard a pointu. You can enjoy the natural and architectural beauty of the coastal villages in this traditional boat.

Provence is not a feast for the eyes alone. Prepare your taste buds to discover its unique flavours. Each visit offers you the chance to try:

• cade (chickpea flour galette);
• soupe au pistou ;
• anchoïade;
• chichis frégis (fritters);
• fresh fish grilled on site;
• the delicious mussels and oysters of Tamaris.

AOC Bandol, Coteaux Varois and Côtes de Provence wines are the perfect accompaniment to local dishes.

With over 6,000 acres of protected forest and 40 km of beaches, coves and ports, the western Var is full of natural landscapes, each as beautiful as the others.

France’s sunniest region can be visited on foot, by boat or by bike.

Make the most of your stay in Saint Mandrier to explore the unmissable sights of the South of France:

• the Isles d’Or (Porquerolles, Port-Cros, Le Levant) where heavenly coves, turquoise waters and hiking trails await you;
• Toulon harbour, considered to be one of the most beautiful in Europe;
• the calanques (rocky inlets) of Cassis where the white cliffs plunge into the emerald water;
• the Giens Peninsula with its bird-filled salt flats and wild coastline to be explored by kayak.

The Côte d’Azur is a land of culture offering a multitude of events throughout the year.

While you’re on holiday in Saint Mandrier, don’t miss:

• the Cannes Festival and the famous red carpet (mid-May);
• the explosion of colour and the 13,000 rose bushes at the Rose Festival in Grasse (May);
• international artists at the Nice Jazz Festival (July)

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• the Nuits du Sud and its multicultural programme in Vence (July);
• the 10-day Jazz Festival in Juan-les-Pins (July);
• the Ramatuelle Jazz Festival which takes place against a magnificent green backdrop every year (August);
• the Jazz à Toulon festival

with free concerts in the four corners of the city (July).

To make the organisation of your holiday easier, La Presqu’île works in partnership with the best service providers in the region.

If you want to explore the Mediterranean seabed, look no furher than the Manta Club. Accompanied by an experienced instructor, you will dive close to wrecks, rocky points and the wildlife that inhabits them. In complete safety, and on comfortable boats, the Manta Club team will offer you friendly guidance. The crew adapts the outings to your level so that you can enjoy the region’s 20 must-see sites.

Every Friday during high season, the Yacht Club des Sablettes offers catamaran trips to the campsite’s holidaymakers at attractive prices. Climb aboard for an unforgettable tour of the bay of Saint Mandrier.