Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

January 22, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Discover the best top things to do in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France including Route des Cretes, Les Caves Saint Charles, Massif de l'Esterel, Parc National des Calanques, Point Sublime - Mont Faron, Sentier Blanc-Martel, Musee Renoir, Chateau de l'Emperi, Old Harbor (La Darse), Abbaye de Montmajour.
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1. Route des Cretes

13260 La Ciotat France +33 892 39 01 03 http://www.ot-cassis.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 721 reviews

Route des Cretes

Reviewed By tahnathos

A transverse road in the South of France, between Toulon and Marseille. Not the shortest one, especially compared to the close by highway. But hell (pun intended), the scenery is so incredible that it's a must go !

2. Les Caves Saint Charles

10 rue des Papes, 84230 Chateauneuf-du-Pape France +33 6 03 46 47 37 [email protected] http://www.cave-saint-charles.fr
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5.0 based on 306 reviews

Les Caves Saint Charles

EXCLUSIVE PRIVED TASTING BY APPOINTMENT BOOKING ONLINE ONLY . A new place located in original Pope's cellar dating from the 13th century. Amazing wine tasting of different Chateauneuf du Pape wines by Guy Bremond, a professional master Sommelier & Tasting ambassador . Daily tastings, phenomenal experience. Worldwide Shipping Services . Cooking Class , Chef Table with panoramic terrasse overlooking the vineyard's

Reviewed By QueenieEC

My husband and I had an incredible experience and it made for a spectacular birthday present for him thanks to Guy and his wonderful team - David our wine host who made us feel at home and taught us so much about wine appreciation, and our fantastic chef who cooked up a beautiful feast! Everything made for a wonderful day - amazing food, amazing view, amazing service and company. David, please come and visit us Down Under (but maybe skip Tamworth this time!)

3. Massif de l'Esterel

Str. Dip. Cannes- Frejus, Agay, Saint-Raphael France +33 4 94 19 52 52 http://www.esterel-cotedazur.com/massif-de-lesterel-saint-raphael/
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5.0 based on 1,714 reviews

Massif de l'Esterel

Reviewed By LilaLamri2019 - Algiers, Algeria

Esterel lointain offers several hikes between the sea and the cliffs: "le chemin des douaniers" at Saint aygulf and "le sentier du litoral" which begins at the port of Santa Lucia in Saint Raphaël and ends at le "débarquement beach", some 4 km intermediate level. You can discover, along the way, beautiful coves where to swim in peace. sun block is required, good anti slip shoes, water and a towel and your camera of course, the shots are exceptional thanks to the red rocks color of the region. To go back, you can take the bus, it runs every hour, if too tired.

4. Parc National des Calanques

Route du Feu de la Calanque de Morgiou, 13009 Marseille France +33 4 20 10 50 00 http://www.calanques-parcnational.fr/
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5.0 based on 3,949 reviews

Parc National des Calanques

Reviewed By milgil24 - Sydney, Australia

The stunning natural beauty of the Calanques along the South Coast of France is a must do. We went on a boat tour which departed from Marseille (booked through Airbnb experience) which was amazing, but there are so many ways to visit this national park.

5. Point Sublime - Mont Faron

Sommet du Mont Faron, 83000 Toulon France
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5.0 based on 380 reviews

Point Sublime - Mont Faron

Reviewed By PDJLD123 - Watford, United Kingdom

I struggled to find any good information on a demanding day hike from the cruise port up to Point Sublime at the top of Mont Faron. I did read that you must not follow Google maps as it leaves you at the end of dead end path looking up at a sheer rock face! So we kind of followed the road and the following notes give you a safe tarmac road based route with a reasonable amount of shade as you wind up the Western side of the mountain. Cars do pass but not in any large numbers. It will get you to the viewing point in about 2.5hrs. We then came down on the cable car (€5 one way) and walked the 35mins back to the cruise port. The whole round trip took us 5.5 hours including a coffee stop (€2 each) at the cafe next to the cable car. Leave the cruise ship, put the “Zenith Omega” into your maps app. I think it’s a conference centre. It’s doesn’t matter how you walk there as it will take you though a tunnel under the railway. Once on the other side of the railway with the Zenith Omega in front of you, turn left and walk to Boulevard Bianchi, which is the start of a steep climbing road that changes name to Boulevard Emile Jacquemin. At the junction with Chenin du Fort Rouge turn right and then it’s all up hill on a one way road (cars going up only) into Route du Faron until you reach the cable car (Telepherique du Mont Faron). Staying on the road, keep walking past this to the zoo and then past that towards the Point Sublime. You will see a path with a barrier and no entry sign (for cars) on the right which you walk along for about 15 mins. The sign says 25 mins which is not true. The viewing point at the cross gives a wide open view of the harbour, the town and the mountain. It’s impressive. Then walk back to the cable car, take it down to the edge of town and it’s a 35 min stroll back to your ship through the old town. Overall 12 miles or 19 km and about 24,500 steps. Enjoy.

6. Sentier Blanc-Martel

route des Cretes, 04120 France +33 4 92 77 32 02 http://www.lapalud-verdontourisme.com/je-decouvre-tout-un-pays/bestof-verdon/le-sentier-blanc-martel
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Sentier Blanc-Martel

7. Musee Renoir

19 Chemin des Collettes, 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer France +33 4 93 20 61 07 [email protected] http://www.cagnes-sur-mer.fr/culture/musee-renoir/
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4.5 based on 577 reviews

Musee Renoir

Reviewed By patriciabF7808VC - Orte, Italy

If you are an admirer of Renoir or just an art lover, it is fascinating to visit this house situated in a lovely garden overlooking Cagnes sur Mer. Fascinating to see what this great painter surrounded himself with and to see what he painted - because he painted what he saw. A wonderful opportunity to explore further his life and his work. I really enjoyed this visit.

8. Chateau de l'Emperi

Montee du Puech, 13300, Salon-de-Provence France +33 4 90 44 72 80 [email protected] https://www.salondeprovence.fr/index.php/emperi
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4.5 based on 299 reviews

Chateau de l'Emperi

9. Old Harbor (La Darse)

06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer France +33 6 79 86 65 65
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4.5 based on 458 reviews

Old Harbor (La Darse)

Reviewed By fiamma11 - Vienna, United States

This harbor is lovely, gorgeous, beautiful, picturesque. A bit quaint and well worth a visit when exploring the French Riviera.

10. Abbaye de Montmajour

D17, route de Fontvieille, 13200, Arles France +33 4 90 54 86 46 [email protected] http://montmajour.monuments-nationaux.fr/en/
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4.5 based on 613 reviews

Abbaye de Montmajour

This exceptional architectural ensemble was built in the Middle Ages on the island of Mont Majour. The Abbey incorporates a pre-Roman edifice from the 10th century, an abbey church and a 12th century Roman cloister built by Benedictine monks. Montmajour was extended in the 18th century with the second, monumental Saint-Maur monastery to the west. Open: > 1st April to 30th June: from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. > 1st July to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. (everyday). > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed: > Mondays from 1st October to 31st March. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

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