Of a particular shape, the lake of Saint-Cassien extends over 3 communes of the Pays de Fayence (Tanneron, Montauroux, Callian) and Les Adrets de l'Estérel. A real source of summer freshness, it is the most visited site in the Pays de Fayence. On this 420-hectare lake, many leisure activities are available to you: Water games, pedal boats, inflatable games, fishing, rowing, hiking, restaurants...
Initially intended for the production of hydroelectric power, the lake has become a coveted but still fragile recreational area. It is up to everyone to respect the site, in particular its fauna and flora. On the eastern part of the lake is the Fondurane biological reserve managed by CEN Paca, the conservatory of natural areas of Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur.
The lake is the perfect place to have fun with family and friends. Here are 5 suggestions of activities available on site and in the surrounding area (only in season)
There's a lot of talk about Lake St. Cassian on the internet! We give you some useful links to validated sites and articles for more information.
[Lien] Lac de St-Cassien – Office de tourisme du Pays de Fayence
[Article] One week in Estérel Côte d’Azur – www.bestjobersblog.com
| A must do ! | Recommended locations |
|---|---|
| Rent a canoe on the lake | Bed and Breakfast 'Carpe Diem'. |
| Visit the Fondurane nature reserve | Private beach and snack bar are waiting for you at "La Plage" on the right side of the bridge. |
| Visit the village of Callian | Private beach and snack bar are waiting for you at "La Plage" on the right side of the bridge. |
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The Pays de Fayence (Fayence district) has many great provencal villages. All of them have a particularity such as the view from Mons or the artistic streets of Tourrettes. Do no forget to stop in Seillans that has the label of "Most beautiful village in France"
North of the A8 motorway, you will find the Pays de Fayence. Saint-Cassien lake, a real oasis of freshness in the Var, awaits you! Take a break at the Lake House before visiting the villages of Bagnols-en-Forêt, St-Paul-en-Forêt or Tanneron.
The city of Roquebrune-sur-Argens is the most westerly of the destination. It includes three districts: La Bouverie, at the foot of Gorges du Blavet; The village, overlooked by its magnificent rock, and Les Issambres, with its nautical activities by the sea.
Les Adrets de l'Estérel is a small town located at the extreme southeastern Var. Bordering the Maritimes Alpes, it is composed of large green forests. The town overlooks the bay of Cannes and has an exceptional view on the Lérins Islands and the Corniche de l'Estérel.
Puget sur Argens is a small village located in the middle of many wineries. Its commercial area, near the village, includes many shopping center. North of the village, the Bois du Defens give rise to several walks.
Welcome to Les Issambres, the district of Roquebrune-sur-Argens located on the coast. True paradise with its 8 km of beaches and creeks, this family seaside resort, already frequented at the time by the Romans, is located between the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and Fréjus-Saint Raphaël.
Frejus, located halfway between Cannes and Saint-Tropez, is at the heart of the Côte d'Azur. Based on a sandstone buttress of the Esterel massif, the town dominates the valleys of Argens and Reyran. Frejus has the appearance of a small Provencal town whose new districts extend to the sea.
65km from Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport, Saint-Raphaël is located between Cannes and Saint-Tropez. This seaside resort on the Mediterranean coast is at the bottom of the great Esterel mountains. Saint Raphael, whose city center is by the sea, is divided into different neighborhoods that have all their characteristics and their personalities.
