Estérel is not just beaches or walks in the mountains. It is also a territory of terroir where craftsmanship and gastronomy of character are mixed. Here we share our secrets, best addresses and some events not to miss to enjoy your time in Esterel Côte d'Azur, with your eyes and taste buds!
Natural and local products! Discover the destination and its flavors and taste fresh and good quality products! From small markets to large wine estates, Estérel Côte d'Azur is also a gastronomic destination. Meet our producers and let yourself be surprised by the diversity of products from cattle, goat or pig farms, wine cellars, vegetable farms, beekeeping, etc.
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Estérel Côte d'Azur is a place where the products are typical from the south of France. Olive oil, honey, provencal seasonings... Discover our best addresses and our tips to bring back some of the Provencal cuisine with you. Also find the list of events related to the terroir organized around fréjus / Saint-Raphaël.
The most beautiful wine estates and wine chateaux
The sunshine of the Côte d'Azur coupled with the particularities of the Esterel earth give the wines of our region a particular color and aroma. Discover the addresses of our best wine estates and enjoy their production of the year or their greatest bottles of wines!
The different markets around Fréjus / Saint-Raphaël
Estérel Côte d'Azur has many local producers offering their products on the markets. Whether Provencal, nocturnal or traditional, the markets are always a nice way to soak up the local culture.
In the heart of the French Riviera, located in Saint-Raphaël, in the Massif de l'Estérel, a fine, refreshing and slightly bitter beer is made.
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The installation of art craftsmen in the historic heart of Fréjus revives a tradition that died out in the 18th century and that originated in the potters' shops installed within the ancient city itself, but especially on its outskirts. As a member of the "Ville et Métiers d'art" network, Fréjus is committed to promoting the installation of artists' studios throughout the year and invites you, along this circuit, to discover age-old gestures that are constantly being renewed.
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Do you know the mimosa on the French Riviera? In addition to its good smell and its pretty yellow flowers, there are many ways to enjoy it and even taste it. Discover now all the mimosa products, whether they are gourmet or original. We love it!
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In summer, who doesn't want to eat a good ice cream while strolling along the seaside or sitting quietly on a terrace? Whether it's for dessert, a snack or a simple treat, an ice cream is always welcome with the summer heat. Find our selection of the best ice cream shops.
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Who can resist the pleasure of enjoying good chocolate, whether it's in bars, truffles or warm chocolate? With its smooth texture and intense taste, chocolate is a real temptation at any time of the year. For chocolate lovers, there are a multitude of chocolate factories and varieties, each with its own history and unique character. Discover our selection in Esterel Côte d'Azur and let yourself be transported by their intense flavors and delicate textures.
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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.
