Welcome to Callian, one of the hilltop villages of the Pays de Fayence. Located at an altitude of 325m, the village owes its charm to its streets arranged in a spiral around the feudal castle (12th - 13th century). Don't miss this opportunity to discover its rich heritage and surroundings!
Discover the village of Callian, one of the 9 hilltop villages of the Pays de Fayence !
The streets of the village, arranged in a semi-circle around the feudal castle, are lined with old houses sometimes century-old. Once an important village, the territory extended to the coast. From the highest point of the town, we discover a striking overview. Facing the sun, overhung by the massifs of Tanneron and Esterel, the sea sparkles. The surrounding hills are covered with a wide forest mantle dominated by oaks and conifers, mixing for all these vegetal scents. This panorama reveals all the diversity and beauty of this privileged land.
Many historical remains confirm Callian's ancient history, such as the Roman cippus inside the town hall.
The castle of Callian is one of the most beautiful monuments of the village. Built on a rocky peak with corner towers from the 12th and 13th centuries, it belonged to noble families from the region. It was completed in the 15th century and partly restored by Henry Brifaut. It is private however it is possible to visit the Guards' Room during the local heritage days.
The village of Callian is plentiful of monuments between its churches and chapels. Enjoy a guided tour of the village of Callian from the Callian Tourist Information Office. You will discover the architectural and historical heritage of the medieval village.
The centre of the old village is Place Honoré Bourguignon, with its waterfall, a source of freshness. There is also an oil mill dating from 1815 (only open in season). You will see some remains of the Roman aqueduct that supplied the city of Fréjus with water from Mons. A quality environment and a stimulating climate make Callian a very pleasant village.
Many personalities have found in Callian a favourable place to practice their art, such as the painters Fernand and Nadia LEGER (both buried in Callian), the famous couturier Christian DIOR, Anthony BURGESS the author of the book "Orange Mécanique", Edouard GOERG, a painter of international reputation, Mrs Juliette ADAM, woman of letters which is dead centenary at the castle of Camiole.
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Discover the other hilltop villages of the Pays de Fayence! From Montauroux to Seillans by way of Fayence, it is a heritage to discover!
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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.
