Draguignan

Draguignan

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TownDraguignanTrans-en-Provence at 6.2 km (12 min)
Insee code83050Flayosc at 7.8 km (11 min)
Postcode83300Les Arcs at 10.3 km (14 min)
Latitude43.5377269Figanières at 11.5 km (14 min)
Longitude6.4649930La Motte at 12 km (15 min)
AltitudeFrom 153 to 603 metersChâteaudouble at 13.1 km (14 min)
Surface53.75 km²Lorgues at 13.2 km (18 min)
Population37117 inhabitantsAmpus at 13.7 km (16 min)
Density711 inhabitants/km²Montferrat at 13.9 km (14 min)
National labelLe Muy at 14.2 km (17 min)
Chief townToulon (at 86 km, 61 min)Callas at 14.8 km (17 min)
DepartmentVarTaradeau at 17.5 km (21 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

At the crossroads of the Gorges du Verdon and the Gulf of St. Tropez, both authentic and brilliant Draguignan invites you to discover the Provence Seduction!


SIGHTSEEING
  • The dolmen "Stone Fairy": Located on the route Monferrato, the dolmen, a historical monument, is one of the largest in Provence, about 60 tons and 2 meters high. Originally collective burial, it is a source of many stories. The legend of the fairy Estérelle in fact a place of fertility and Jean de Nostradamus once evokes the 16th century.
  • The memorial of the Rhone and the American cemetery. Unique in the South East of France, this place honoring the Allied invasion of August 15, 1944 called "Operation Dragoon". An impressive bronze card embossed recounts the military operations in central cemetery contains 861 graves where crosses and stars indicate white marble confession of the dead. Leaning against the wall of the disappeared, a huge sculpture, "the angel of peace" before the chapel which houses splendid mosaics.
  • La Chapelle Saint-Sauveur: Restored, the building of the 12th century is an example of Romanesque Provence. Chapel of the Knights Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem, through history with uses sometimes incongruous: Brotherhood headquarters, magazine, cell. In July, it hosts exhibitions of contemporary Dracénois summer.
  • The clock tower: Crowned by a magnificent campanile of the 17th century the building was rebuilt in 1662 after an amnesty granted to the city by King Louis XIV. Symbol of power Draguignan from the beginning, the clock tower still punctuate the life of the city for all to enjoy.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Draguignan
Leisure centresMunicipal Museum of Draguignan,   Museum of L'Artillerie,   Museum of La société d'études scientifiques et archéologiques,   Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Moyenne Provence
Performance hallsTheatre En Dracenie

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

A Draguignan, the year marks the rhythm of village festivals, moments for the discovery of traditions, crafts and local produce.

  • Market Days: Wednesday and Saturday morning.
  • January: Salon de la 2CV - Living fossils and minerals.
  • February: Tour du Haut Var - Lounge Collection passion - Fair booksellers.
  • March: Carnival - National Rally "Criterium 83".
  • April: Festival of ska - Easter games.
  • May: Dragui'jump (Equestrian) - Residents Party - Game Day - Memorial Day.
  • Pentecost Flower Parade on St. Hermentaire - The 10 km Draguignan.
  • June: Fête de la Musique - Salon numismatics.
  • July: The summer concerts - Tennis Grand Prix City - Country Festival - The musical Draguignan nights - Thursdays from Draguignan - Normal summer full cinema.
  • August: The Feast of Liberation - summer contemporary Dracénois - Week of Laughter - Thursdays from Draguignan - Normal summer full cinema
  • September: Heritage Days - Night of Champions - Frequently Asked Garlic - summer contemporary Dracénois - Day of Sports and Culture.
  • October: Salon Auto Moto - Grand Prize of Plastic Arts.
  • November: Magic Festival - Grand Prix des Arts Plastiques - Mediterranean Exhibition - Frequently Asked Santon.
  • December: Jazz Festival - Festival glides - Frequently Asked Santon - Traditional Christmas - Fair Sainte Luce - Mediterranean Exhibition.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The pace of village festivals, art exhibitions and theatrical scenes spends Dracénie as a land of festival and culture, the land of good living.

From the foothills of the Massif des Maures cliffs of Nartuby, all villages in the Dracénie offer different aspects. Lowland villages surrounded by vineyards and villages perched on the terraced olive groves, all tell the stories and history of Provence.

Gorges du Verdon and Lac de Sainte-Croix, top resort and hiking 40 km.

The Gulf of Saint Tropez 35 km, site rich in sightseeing, crossing the Gulf by boat.

The islands of Lerins in Cannes (Sainte-Marguerite, Saint-Honorat) 60 km.

The circuit of the Wine Route and Recreation: From the plains of Argens in the hills of the Dracénie, a meeting of Enology and sports activities in 6 villages. It was once Les Arcs, La Motte, Le Muy, Vidauban, Lorgues and Taradeau, all around the famous National 7.

The circuit Perched Villages: Jewels of stone in their caskets mountain, a collection of seven villages offer majestic scenery and Provencal authenticity. It was once Tourtour Ampus, Châteaudouble, Montserrat, Bargemon, Keyboard, Callas and Figanières.

The circuit of Stones and Taste: A nice break in 6 villages in the hills of Dracénie. For the taste, history and lifestyle of Provence. It was once Lorgues, Flayosc Figanières, Callas, La Motte and Trans-en-Provence.

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Sunday 3 June
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Monday 4 June
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Tuesday 5 June
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RESTAURANTS 
Le logis du guetteur
Les Arcs
Le Logis du Guetteur nestles in the dark shadows below the keep that gave it the name. The Xth century castle has been completely restored and retains all its original charm and character....
Located 8.2 km from DraguignanFrom 30 € to 100 € per person 
Le logis du guetteur
Les Arcs
The Home of the Watcher is nestled under the shadow of severe dungeon which it takes its name. The castle of the tenth century renovated, retains all the charm of its original character....
Located 8.4 km from DraguignanFrom 30 € to 100 € per person 
Le Colombier
Villecroze
And gourmet cuisine served in a manor house or inside a garden terrace and the beautiful green season.
Located 15.4 km from DraguignanFrom 25 € to 55 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas de l'hermitage maison d'hotes    
9.6
Figanières
Amongst the vineyards, olive and fruit trees in 15 acres of land, superb view, heated pool. A selection of B&B rooms and self-catering Apts, all decorated in Provencal style. Peace...
Located 4.3 km from DraguignanFrom 65 € to 610 € the double room 
Lou Viei Jas    
10
Figanières
Dominique and Patricia welcome you to their charming house in Provence in the Var Figanières. Former sheep of the 19th century, renovated, housed on a fenced 1 acre, nice and quiet....
Located 4.7 km from DraguignanFrom 51 € to 61 € the double room 
Les Chardons Bleus    
9.2
Lorgues
Amongthe olive-trees and the low walls of dry stones, inheritance typically of Provence, Eliane et Daniel accomodate you in their corner of Provence intimate and calm. Two charming...
Located 9.6 km from Draguignan60 € the double room 

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Villa /piscine/ entre mer et Verdon
Draguignan
Provencal villa for 6 people, 1 bathroom s, 1 s of water, 2 toilets, living room, TV room, 4 bedrooms. 8x4 m swimming pool, large lot, shed, olive trees, bowling, barbecue, covered...
Located in DraguignanFrom 1000 € to 1800 € per week 
La bastide bleue
Draguignan
Typical Provencal house with large garden of 2000 m², ground balls. Peacefully set in a green, only 10 min. from the nearest shops. 6 km aways from Flayosc, 8 km away from taradeau,...
Located in Draguignan850 € per week 
Clos fontsainte  
9.6
Draguignan
The apartment is 70 m² terrace on the ground floor of a villa built from a sheep become pool area, The calm is ensured by the protection of a fenced garden of 7,000 m² planted with...
Located in DraguignanFrom 645 € to 890 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de la vallee de taradeau    
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Taradeau
Open all year, night, weekend or week, caravan or chalet fully equipped, Jacuzzi open 36 degrees even in winter. We are centrally located in the Var region, at the foot of the Massif...
Located 11.1 km from DraguignanFrom 12.50 € to 25 € per day 
Les pecheurs  
Roquebrune-sur-Argens
Camping-Caravaning Les Pêcheurs is situated just on the foot of the Rock of Roquebrune, close to the beautiful long sandy beaches of the Côte d'Azur and next to a lake and a river....
Located 16.6 km from Draguignan41 € per day 
Holiday green  
Fréjus
Welcome to one of the most prestigious Camping Club **** of the French Riviera : outside 1000 m² swimiingpool, heated covered pool, jacuzzis, slides, restaurant, discothèque, tennis,...
Located 23 km from DraguignanFrom 29 € to 39 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Mas des Selves 
Draguignan
Set on a 2-hectare park, this B&B is 5 km from the centre of Draguignan. It offers free Wi-Fi and terraces with sunbeds and a fountain. A garden with tables and chairs is also available....
Located in DraguignanRoom from 85 €
Logis Hotel Le Col De L'ange     
7.1
Draguignan
Between Saint-Tropez and the Verdon Gorges, this hotel is located in Draguignan and features panoramic views of the surrounding hills. It offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. Each...
Located in DraguignanRoom from 55 €
Hotel Les Oliviers     
8.7
Draguignan
This 2-star hotel features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers. It is set in a 3000m² garden, just 30 km from Saint-Raphaël. An LCD TV and views of the countryside or...
Located in DraguignanRoom from 59 €

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