Giens

Giens

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownGiens
Postcode83400
Latitude43.0391880
Longitude6.1336590
Chief townToulon (at 29 km, 30 min)
DepartmentVar
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The inhabitants of the peninsula Giens are called "Arban".


SIGHTSEEING

Almanarre beach on the western beach of Robinson to the northwest, the southwest Madrague. Port of Hyères and La Capte beach to the east.

Sports and leisure: swimming, fun board, kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking ...

Detailed information
Leisure centresBeach La Badine,   Beach La Bergerie,   Beach La Capte,   Beach l'Ayguade,   Beach of La Madrague,   Beach of the Estagnets,   Beach of the Pradeau

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Provencal market every Tuesday morning.

Giens 1900, each year the weekend of Pentecost.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Porquerolles Island, the largest of the three islands of Hyères.

National Park of Port-Cros, the first marine park in Europe.

Ile du Levant.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Kiddy Park amusement parkEntertainment15.50 €Hyères (6.1 km)
Bespoke cruise in a catamaran Nature and the outdoorsFrom 600 € to 6000 €Hyères (6.4 km)
Wine tasting at a cellar on an estateLocal flavoursFreeLa Londe-les-Maures (15.9 km)
Mediterranean sailboat trip and massagesWellbeingFrom 150 € to 2000 €Sanary-sur-Mer (28 km)

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PHOTOS
Beach Pesquiers (© JE)
 
Fort Tour Fondue (© JE)
Beach Pesquiers in July (© JE)
 
Fort de la Tour Fondue (© JE)
kayak ride
 
Giens
Giens
 
Old Fort La Tour Fondue (© JE)
Cap de la Tour Fondue (© JE)
 
Pancratium maritimum on the dunes (© JE)
Madrague
  
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WEATHER
Thursday 20 June
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Min. 16°C - Max. 22°C
Friday 21 June
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Min. 17°C - Max. 23°C
Saturday 22 June
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Min. 16°C - Max. 23°C
RESTAURANTS 
Vice Versa  
7.4
Hyères
A walk at sunset in the port of Hyères followed by a romantic dinner? Appointment without hesitation to Vice Versa on the Quai Saint-Pierre! Corrine room welcomes you in an elegant...
Located 180 m from Giens33 € per person 
Hôtel Le Provençal - La Rascasse  
7.9
Hyères
In the charming village of Giens, La Rascasse welcomes you in a classic and neat. From mid-April to late October, from the room or the panoramic terrace you can enjoy a splendid view...
Located 210 m from Giens48 € per person 
Les Voiliers  
8.6
Hyères
Les Voiliers restaurant welcomes you in an elegant and comfortable, the port of Saint-Pierre, near the salt and Giens. The chef, Jérôme FORSCHELET, offers quality French cuisine with...
Located 4.9 km from Giens21 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Abricot Cannelle  
Hyères
Charming guesthouse with jacuzzi and wellness-massages on place. 2 double rooms with A/C opening to the exotic garden and the heated pool. Sea 5 mn, boot for Porquerolles 15 mn. Beautiful,...
Located 6.2 km from GiensFrom 110 € to 150 € the double room 
Le regent  
Hyères
Bed and Breakfast of charm and comfort at the foot of the medieval town overlooking the islands. Ideal location for visiting the islands and the Var coast.
Located 9.1 km from Giens85 € the double room 
La dominette    
9.3
Le Pradet
Bed and Breakfast in a villa owner. Bathroom with bath and separate toilet. On a farm (snail farming) is located in a seaside town 5 minutes from the sea in a quiet and close to the...
Located 10.4 km from GiensFrom 62.40 € to 78 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Residence le trident presqu'ile de giens
Giens
T2 mezzanine fully equipped. Near the sea and 800 meters commerce. Hiking, opposite the islands porquerolles, dvd with usb plug.
Located in GiensFrom 200 € to 750 € per week 
Presqu'ile de giens  
8.5
Giens
10 minutes walk from the beach apartment for rent in the floor of a villa (fully independent) in a residential area sea view and pine forests nearby shops up to 6 people.
Located in GiensFrom 450 € to 750 € per week 
Hotel la pinedePresqu'île de giens
Hyères
On the site of Pierre et Vacances. In a park of 3 hectares flower heated pool and direct access to the sea 2 room apartment with every comfort.
Located 1.1 km from GiensFrom 350 € to 1000 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Clair de Lune    
8.8
Giens
Quiet and suited for families, the Clair de Lune camp site is open from February to November, in the middle of beautiful Giens Peninsula (French Riviera).
Located in GiensFrom 15 € to 29 € per day 
Camping Lou Pantaï    
8.8
Le Pradet
Ideally located between Toulon and Hyeres, camping eco-friendly Lou Pantaï welcomes you to le pradet where you enjoy a provencal village life and a sea cost preserved. Rental of premises,...
Located 10.6 km from GiensFrom 17 € to 35 € per day 
Parc val rose    
9.2
La Londe-les-Maures
Located ina rural setting at foot of the Maures mountains, only 6 km from the sandy beaches and close to an 18-hole. THe Parc Val Rose offers you heated swimming pool, children's games...
Located 15.9 km from Giens 

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HOTELS
Hotel Provençal     
7.3
Giens
The Hotel Provençal is located in the centre of Giens, at the southern end of the Presqu'Ile, and offers a panoramic view of the Hyeres Islands. It features Provencal-style accommodation,...
Located in GiensRoom from 100 €
Pierre & Vacances le Hameau de la Pinède     
6
Hyères
Surrounded by a garden, this residence is located on the Presqu’île de Giens, in Hyères. It offers an outdoor swimming pool with a furnished terrace and direct access to the beach,...
Located 300 m from GiensRoom from 57 €
Résidence Les Mandariniers    
8.1
Hyères
Just 80 metres from La Bergerie Beach, this residence offers apartments and studios with a private balcony or terrace. It is a 5-minute drive from Porquerolles Port and thalassotherapy...
Located 1.5 km from GiensRoom from 30 €

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