Frejus is located halfway between Cannes and Saint-Tropez, at the heart of Côte d'Azur. The city is built on a sandstone buttress of the Esterel mountains, overlooking the Argens and Reyran valleys. It has the appearance of a small Provencal town, whose new districts extend to the sea.
The City was first called "Forum Julii". It was born by the will of the first Caesar. Quickly, under the reign of Augustus, the sailors and Roman soldiers were seduced by the wealth and beauty of the country. They settled there, became peasants, grew vines, olive trees and fruit trees. They created for our greatest happiness, one of the masterpieces of nature: Provence.
From these distant Latin ancestors, the Provencals inherited one of the rarest qualities, the love of beauty. In Fréjus, driven by this love, each generation has contributed its works and monuments, while preserving the heritage of its ancestors. Thanks to this harmonious development, Fréjus offers you today the testimony of twenty centuries of beauty.
For more information on the history of Fréjus, we advise you to visit the city with a guide!
True testimony of the Roman hegemony, they are the proof that this people had a system of supply of drinking water. Today, you can admire many of the aqueduct vestiges while exploring the city.
The arenas of Frejus still resonate with the sumptuous evenings that were organized by the Romans. Walking in the remains of this monument, we can easily imagine the atmosphere that was to reign there ...
This place is filled with a religious atmosphere... While walking in this supernatural scenery, we imagine the monks living recluse away from society. While you're there, take the opportunity to visit the old episcopal palace.
This place hides a tragic story... On the night of December 2, 1959, when the village was sleeping peacefully, the foundations of the dam broke. Unfortunately, the villagers couldn't do anything, causing the death of more than 420 people. Today it is possible to go there to see the ruins of Malpasset dam.
Frejus is a city with an extremely rich history thanks to its exceptional heritage.
As a seaside resort of the French Riviera, its beaches attract many holidaymakers.
Throughout the year, many events are organisazed, some of them happening in the roman amphitheater that is used for concerts or artistic shows.
The richness of its natural heritage and its large possibilities of leisure activities make it possible to stay in Fréjus all year long.
There are many markets around Fréjus, whether nocturnal, Provençal or traditional. The time spent walking in the markets are always good times.
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The Villepey ponds are a protected area where many birds live. Frejus has laid out the ponds with wooden footbridges so that you can observe nature without disturbing it.
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The chapel Notre-Dame-de-Jerusalem, also called "chapel Cocteau", was built in 1965 under the command of Jean Martinon. To beautify it, they asked renowned artists like the painters Jean Cocteau and Raymond Moretti, the architect Jean Triquenot or the ceramist Roger Pelissier.
DécouvrirFréjus town stretches over several hectares, from the sea to the hinterland. This diversity of spaces brings it a lot of places to discover!
The "base nature" of Frejus was an aeronautical base of the French Navy close to the beach. Roland Garros has started from this point to cross the Mediterranean sea by plane, in 1913, making him the first man to make this crossing. Today the base anture of Fréjus is perfect for sportsmen. The city has built a fitness area for the enjoyment of young and old.
Frejus harbor was built in 1989. Its canal of more than 400 meters goes up to the historical center. Facing the sea, every day of the year, enjoy the mild Provencal climate, as well as the beauty of the Mediterranean coastline. You can find many bars and restaurants, perfect to have a good time with friends. Let yourself be seduced, and escape on the Mediterranean, in a protected gulf, ideal to share all the nautical pleasures. We recommend you a first dive from Frejus harbor.
The true jewel of Fréjus: this small village has managed to cut itself off from time on the Côte d'Azur. Walks and beaches make the area an idyllic place for families and couples ... We suggest you the coastal path, a 50-minutes hike, accessible to all, that will offer you magnificent views of the Gulf.
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Fréjus beach begins at the bottom of the Pedégal bridge and extends over more than 1 km to Frejus harbor. This large beach, reserved for swimming and tanning, is perfect for families, but also to admire the fireworks during summer. On summer evenings, under the cool plane trees, a craft market animates the "Promenade" along the beach.
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| Need more informations ? Contact Fréjus tourist office |
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| Tel : 04 94 51 83 83 Adresse : 249 Rue Jean Jaurès, 83600 Fréjus Website : www.frejus.fr |
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