L'Escalet Beach, Ramatuelle
The coastline between Cape Taillat and Cape Camarat is a succession of pretty little beaches, coves and rocky inlets, with translucent waters over the polished rocks or golden sands.
Bormes-les-Mimosas, Var
One the most flowery villages in France with stunning sea views
If you're looking for a medieval village with fine sea views, plenty of flowers and fine dining restaurants on cobbled lanes, then Bormes les Mimosas is for you.
With plenty of gourmet restaurants to try, this sleepy little hillside village is made even prettier by the careful nurturing of blooming flowers throughout the year. The mimosa tree after which the village is named, blossoms from January to March.
In terms of things to see, there is a medieval ruined castle, sadly not open to the public, artisan shops and a market. The closest beach (family-friendly) is at La Faviere, where you can also find a marina and a diving club.
There's not much to be said about the nightlife in Bormes-les-Mimosas, although the streets are filled with the music of buskers on summer evenings and there are some nice terrace cafés and bars to enjoy some aperitifs and the wonderful view before heading to dinner. If you're fancying a night at the clubs, head to Saint Tropez
Bormes les Mimosa has several budget hotels where you can stay, offering simple bedrooms with sea views.
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- Events in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Things to do in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Cycling in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Hiking in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Watersports in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Nightlife in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Villas in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Holidays Rentals in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- How to get to Bormes-les-Mimosas
History & Culture in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Bormes les Mimosas is a very pretty medieval town, with a ruined castle guarding over a village of pink-stone buildings spilling down the hill on narrow, winding lanes.
It's a wealthy town these days, full of expensive shops and fine dining restaurants. The 'les Mimosas' part of the name was added in the 60's to reflect the incredible greenery and flowers the town is known for- in particular the mimosa (Australian wattle) tree which blossoms from January to March.
The views across the coast are stunning, making it a lovely place to wander through the boutiques and find a nice terrace restaurant for a long, leisurely lunch. Down at Port-Bormes and Le Lavandou you can do much of the same. It's a tough life on the Côte d'Azur.
Sights & Attractions in Bormes-les-Mimosas
In terms of things to see, there is a medieval ruined castle dating from the 12th century, which although not open to visitors, does afford a nice view over the coast and a park bench to enjoy it under the parasol pines.
If you continue climbing uphill past the castle you'll reach an absolutely spectacular lookout spot in the grounds of the 13th century Romanesque chapel. There's also the 18th century Church of Saint-Trophyme and the Chapel of Saint-Francois-de-Paule, who 'saved' the village from the plague. Nearby in Cabasson is the Bregançon Fort, the summer residence of French presidents.
Beaches in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Beaches in Saint-Tropez
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Bouillabaisse Beach
La Bouillabaisse is a more low-key option to the swanky beach clubs on Pampelonne beach and is situated closer to the town of Saint Tropez.
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Bonne Terrasse Beach, Ramatuelle
Bonne Terrasse beach is a sheltered little bay which in olden times provided safe harbour for the local fishing boats. Today, the beach is surrounded by residential properties and well-known restaurants.
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Pampelonne Beach
Pampelonne Beach is the beach most people associate with Saint-Tropez. This is where you will find the A-listers, the famous beach clubs, and the super yachts resting in the bay.
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La Ponche Beach
Plage de la Ponche and its neighbour Plage de la Fontanette are two lovely beaches which you can access directly from the heart of the village.
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Graniers Beach
Plage des Graniers is a beautiful, small sandy bay surrounded by greenery and a few Provençal villas.
Dining in Bormes-les-Mimosas
With plenty of gourmet restaurants to try in the area, why not go Michelin-starred when it's really quite reasonably priced?
La Rastègue is the only Bormes restaurant to currently hold a Michelin star, impressing the inspectors with modern French cuisine using fresh, local produce. It also has a nice terrace view.
Lou Portaou has a simply wonderful rustic setting in a romantic grotto- archway in the middle of town, serving good and inventive (if slightly expensive) Provencal food.
For something simpler, have a pizza at L'Azzura or a crepe at Crepe d'Or.
Down at Port-Bormes, CAP120 is the most popular for elegant waterfront dining.
Events in Bormes-les-Mimosas
As you can imagine, many of the events in this town are floral-based. But certainly worth the trip to enjoy...
Events in Bormes-les-Mimosas
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Le Challenge Interclubs Regatta, Golfe de Saint-Tropez
For four weekends throughout the year, four sailing clubs based on the Bay of Saint-Tropez compete at the Challenge Interclubs.
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Brocante Le Jas des Robert (flea market)
The Brocante (or flea market) Le Jas des Robert has become a must-see place for the bargain hunters of the Golfe de Saint-Tropez.
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Fête de la Chataignes - Chestnut festival, Collobrières
In Provence, the department of the Var is the place to look for chestnuts. The Var village of Collobrières regards itself as chestnut capital of the world and in late October it's time for the chestnut festival, which attracts thousands of visitors from near and far.
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La Grande Braderie de Saint Tropez
Envied by many towns, La Grande Braderie de Saint Tropez is, under any circumstances, an event not to be missed.
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Voiles d'Automne Regatta
Between 40 to 60 yachts participate, which despite the at times variable weather conditions, is always a success.
Things to do in Bormes-les-Mimosas
The densely forested Maures hills rise up behind the town, providing hiking and mountainbiking paths galore for 'outdoor' types. Down by the sea you can rent a boat for the day and explore the coast, go diving in the crystal clear waters, or just hit the nearby beaches for some watersports. Or, of course, you could just have lunch.
Cycling in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Cycling Routes in Saint-Tropez
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Saint Tropez to Maures Corniche Loop
This loop starts at Cogolin and ends in Saint Tropez, taking in 11th century castles, villages, vineyards and beaches along the way. there are several cols to cross so try not to do this in the heat of the day!
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Cannes to Saint Raphael
This intermediate cycle offers a wonderful contrast of colours as you pass the reds and ochres of the Esterel rock on one side and rippling azur waters of the Mediterranean coastline on the other. A local favourite, you won't be the only one on the road if you ride during the summer or on weekends.
Hiking in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Walking Routes in Saint-Tropez
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La Castellane
Enjoy magnificent views of Grimaud and the surrounding hills on this short walk.
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Le Circuit Historique
This historical circuit takes in many of Grimaud's historical buildings, many of which are tucked away and nestled within the old narrow streets of the village.
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Le Pierredon
Since the 17th century the 3 watermills provided flour to the people of the region. Discover this charming valley bordered by olive trees.
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Sentier du Littoral
Discover the wild side of St Tropez with this walk around its peninsula. This path leads you through rugged coastline and across beaches of fine white sand and takes you to places that would otherwise be accessible only by boat.
Watersports in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Watersports in Bormes-les-Mimosas
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Eau Bleue Diving School, Cavalaire
Open from mid-March to mid-November, Eau Bleue diving centre welcomes passengers, from beginners to qualified divers, aboard its comfortable boat.
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Adventure Sports Watersports
Adventure Sports provides a wide range of watersport activities on the warm sunny Mediterranean Sea. Friendly English staff will welcome you in a personal, one to one tuition.
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La Moune Watersports, Gassin
La Moune is located just outside of St Tropez and allows you to enjoy a range of watersports in the bay.
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Marine Air Sport Watersports
Located in Saint Tropez, Marine Air Sport offers a wide range of nautical and aerial sports. The sporting activities include water-ski, wakeboard, Jet Ski, parascending and boat rentals.
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Cap Camarat Plongee Diving School, Ramatuelle
Cap Marat diving centre is located under the Cape Camarat lighthouse and 100 metres from the famous Pampelonne beach.
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Mio Palmo Plongee Diving School
Open from May through until October you are welcome to discover scuba diving with Mio Palmo Plongée.
Nightlife in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Villas in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Villas in Bormes-les-Mimosas
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Escale Villa, Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer
Villa with sea view in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
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Turquoise Villa, Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer
Sumptuous contemporary villa, ideally located at a few minutes walk from the famous beaches of Rayol and the city center, while enjoying a quiet and peaceful environment, without being overlooked.
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Mahé Villa, La Mole
Luxurious villa for rent with 2 private pools in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Holidays Rentals in Bormes-les-Mimosas
Holiday Rentals in Bormes-les-Mimosas
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Turquoise Villa, Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer
Sumptuous contemporary villa, ideally located at a few minutes walk from the famous beaches of Rayol and the city center, while enjoying a quiet and peaceful environment, without being overlooked.
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Escale Villa, Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer
Villa with sea view in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
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Mahé Villa, La Mole
Luxurious villa for rent with 2 private pools in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
How to get to Bormes-les-Mimosas
As with many other towns in Provence, the historic village is up on a hill away from the coast, with a newer part of town leading down the hill, and a marina village 'Port-Bormes' a few kilometres away on the sea.
Bormes les Mimosas village is inland of Le Lavandou (which used to be part of Bormes but broke away in 1913), on the stretch of Var coastline about halfway between Saint Tropez and Toulon.
Transfers for Saint-Tropez
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Private airport transfers
From Nice airport to Saint-Tropez, they handle the rest. The Côte d’Azur's most trusted private transfers.
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Millenium Transport Transfers
For more than 10 years, Millenium Transport has been the leading firm in terms of top-of-the-range transports with driver and provides a high quality of service in order to satisfy the needs and expectations of international clients who make the French Riviera so famous.
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Helicopter Charter Flights
Heli Securite offer transfers on a helicopter from the airport to your yacht or various destinations in and around the Cannes area, St Tropez and Monaco. In addition to this they also service all of the main French ski resorts from their base in Courchevel.
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Helicopter Transfers and Scenic Flights
With a long history and experience in the VIP transport industry this company is proud of its personal and high-quality services.
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Chabe Airport Transfers
Chabe Transfers are a renowned luxury transfer and taxi service operating in the French Riviera.
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Acarre Limousine Transfers
Acarre Limousine offers transfers from the airport, train station and other taxi services whether it is from the beach or to a nightclub.
