by Howard
on December 22, 2011
in Var
Want to know what is happening in the Var department of Provence Alpes Cote d’Azur? All latest cultural events, concerts, festivals and fetes updated daily for your pleasure! What’s On Fréjus Saint-Raphael Draguignan Brignoles Hyères Departments: Alpes-Maritimes
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Var Coast
Tranquil Var Coast The Var’s coast is more preserved and sedate than other Cote d’Azur areas; its treasures are painstakingly cared for and monitored. Long, sandy beaches with small, wild inlets: a thousand little heavens are yours. If you are looking to live like the French live in a Provencal village, discover the picturesque village’s [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Historic St Maximin Right in the middle of Provence, St. Maximin stands at the bottom of the majestic Sainte Baume Mountain. This city is renowned for its historical and artistic endowment, which you can see by strolling in the old city and the medieval Jewish quarter. You should not miss the St. Madeleine Basilica (with [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Lorgues Along Lorgues’ streets, you will be charmed by the Religious buildings, the ruins, olive oil mills, the shaded courts and old façades. Nice hotels, gites and B&B, well known restaurants which offer delicious meals prepared with local products (like truffles). One can even take cooking lessons. The wine of this region has received many [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Serenity of Le Thoronet Le Thoronet Abbey is a “chef d’oeuvre” of Roman Provencal Art. You will admire the simplicity of its architecture, and the serenity of this place. Property: Check out the lovely village properties of Le Thoronet. The village is typical, with its 13 hamlets. On the river you can ride canoe or [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Pretty Village of Correns Correns is a pretty village built on the banks of the river Argens, which rushes out of the Gorges du Vallon Sourn (well known for climbing) straight into the village. Inside the village, you can discover troglodyte dwellings and Neolithic caves. Correns is the 1st bio village in France (organic village); [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Old Town Brignoles Brignoles, on the river Caramy is the capital of Centre Var. In the old town, you can discover the palace of the counts of Provence, which has been built in the twelfth century. You can see there find a museum with a sarcophagus of the 3rd century and Christian altars of 4th [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Barjols – Gateway to Haute Provence At the gateway to Haute Provence and the Verdon Gorges, this peaceful village, set on a cliff, will charm you. Explore the Barjol properties in the hillside village streets. Barjols is well known for its “fountains walk” all along which you will see 42 fountains and lavoirs and four [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Provence Verte
Provence Verte Area In the Villages of Character”, we invite you to discover country villas nestled in the greenery of the estate’s olive orchards and pastures. Enjoy the sounds the vintage fountain in the courtyards. Lounge on the tiled main terrace, stroll the grounds or swim in the private pool, relax under the olive and [...]
by Howard
on December 1, 2011
in Haut Var
Charming Village of Villecroze Set up against the foothills of the Alpes de Provence in Haut Var, Villecroze is a charming village which attracts many visitors. In the magnificent decor of mountains of pines and oaks, this village has many sights to see. Explore the charming village houses of Villecroze. One, which you shouldn’t miss [...]