The 12 most beautiful hikes to do in the Var

Walking around by observing the sea and sniffing the smell of pines is possible in the Var. Leave quickly in short or long hiking!

You want to go hiking in the Var to explore more of this area France ? In this guide you offer the most beautiful hiking tours and hiking in the Var. To find out what hiking is for you, pay attention to distance, denial and difficulty. Finally, know that most of them can be shortened or extended, as you like.

1. The Frégate Golf Tour

Discover all the riches of the Var region in a single hike. This tour will give you access to the Bandol vines, a wood and an absolutely sublime point of view. Indeed, its view of the bay of the Moutte and the Golf de la Frégate is a must-see!

Moreover, it is impossible to be mistaken, even without GPS, so the road is well indicated.

2. The spike and tooth of the Bear

With panoramas sometimes sea sometimes mountain, this route is part of the most beautiful hikes in the Var! With 453 meters of denial, he will take you to the top of the Bear peak. Then enjoy a contemplative descent with stunning views of the Mercantour and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

Where to go to practice this hike? From the parking lot located next to the small SNCF train station in Trayas or the parking lot in Anthéor. In both cases, good hiking shoes are put!

3. Sources de l’Huveaune depuis Nans-les-Pins

Discover the natural sources of pine forests and undergrowth located along the upper part of the Hawun. Its turquoise water and beautiful vasques will give you the impression of being in paradise. Take care of the ecosystem around you and use the Open Street Map tool. 100% free, it will allow you to easily guide you throughout your hike.

4. The peninsula of Giens

With some climbs a little bit difficult, this hike of medium difficulty could enchant you! Walk along the coast of the peninsula of Giens and enjoy it fully. Points of interest are not missing. Do not forget the camera to keep unforgettable memories of this sporting event!

5. The Circuit de Bauduen

Parking on the squares along the lake in the village of Bauduen before starting the hike. Then, observe the beautiful colors of the lake, the forest and the rocks, depending on the seasons.

Attention: a passage through the rocks is particularly technical, especially when the soil is wet. Finally, take your bathing suits in the backpacks. There are many swimming opportunities!

6. On the coastal path in Saint-Tropez

This beautiful 3 hours and 45 minutes walk, within the reach of all, is very well marked. It offers a remarkable view of the mountains of Mercantour , the reflection of the sun on the sea in the foreground. Moreover, it takes place at 75% by the sea, only the end runs through the peninsula.

Enjoy it to discover Ramatuelle: a pretty little village perched above the Mediterranean Sea and the peninsula Saint-Tropez .

Did you know? Originally, Ramatuelle was founded to escape the pirates who terrorized the villages of the Mediterranean coast.

7. La cave Sainte Madeleine — Saint Pilon

This trail is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the Var. And for several reasons. First, because the autumn colours of the surrounding forest are beautiful. Also, because it mixes old trees, sea view and cave discovery.

To access the cave Sainte Madeleine, you can take the path of the Roys. Wide, it's the easiest. You can also walk on the GR9 that you can recover at the outskirts of the hospital.

8. Tour and ascension of the big Cerveau Ollioules

Visit the heights of Olioules and Sanary to discover a superb panorama, outside the beaten paths. However and even if it is short enough, this hike requires a good physical condition, especially for climbing.

On the other hand, it is important to provide good walking shoes, because some passages are very caillious. Finally, this shaded and sporty hike is very well indicated. Once you arrive at the fort, you will only have to follow the blue marking to return to the starting point!

9. Lake Stairs

In this list of the most beautiful hikes to be made in the Var is Lake Stairs. If you are looking for a sublime easy-to-do hike in the Var, this is the one you need!

On the way, you will cross rivers, small streams, lakes and a particular relief. Between the greenery of the vineyards, the pines and the blue of the lake, you will no longer know where to give your head! Enjoy your passage to the lake to picnic in the sun...

10. Circuit des Trois Cols à Bormes-les-Mimosas

This hike of more than 5 hours is very physical. It overlooks the Var coast above Bormes-les-Mimosas, a small medieval village absolutely divine. This 14.29-kilometre course is recommended to regular or even confirmed hikers.

Indeed, the descents are steep (especially the Gratteloup) and rather frequent climbs. When you walk, you will enjoy a nice view of the sea, the town of Bormes, and the port of Favière.

11. In the heart of the island of Porquerolles

This walk of an average duration of 4 hours 35 minutes is the most complete to do on the island Porquerolles . At altitude 107, turn left about 300 metres to the ruins. You will fall on a magical point of view overlooking the Gien peninsula and the village of Porquerolles.

Between 2 and 1, take the path that descends to the left until the first branch. Then go up to the right in the direction of the Fort of Repentance. Don’t hesitate to go to the entrance of the beautifully restored fort!

And if the journey is a little too long for you, it is possible to shorten it. To do this, follow a cross-sectional path from the tip of the Brégançonnet (item 6).

12. Notre-Dame du May

Early morning or sunset, this hike is a rare pearl of the Var. It’s simple: its 360° view is one of the most beautiful of the Côte d’Azur !

It will help you better understand the region and allow you to reach the summit of Notre-Dame. To complete the hike, win the old semaphore, in the east direction, and descend the ridge on the coastal path.