La Garde-Freinet

La Garde-Freinet

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	La Garde-Freinet		Grimaud at 9.8 km (14 min)
Insee code	83063		Le Plan-de-la-Tour at 11.1 km (12 min)
Postcode	83680		Cogolin at 12.4 km (15 min)
Latitude	43.3178000		Les Mayons at 14.3 km (17 min)
Longitude	6.4690760		Le Cannet-des-Maures at 18.7 km (20 min)
Altitude	From 60 to 674 meters		Vidauban at 19.4 km (24 min)
Surface	76.64 km²		Gassin at 19.8 km (22 min)
Population	1792 inhabitants		Le Luc at 21 km (23 min)
Density	23 inhabitants/km²		Sainte-Maxime at 21 km (24 min)
National label			Taradeau at 23 km (29 min)
Chief town	Toulon (at 71 km, 49 min)		Le Thoronet at 26 km (28 min)
Department	Var		Cavalaire-sur-Mer at 27 km (32 min)
Region	Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur		Search another town

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In southern France, nestled in the c? Heart of the Massif des Maures, La Garde-Freinet old village of Provence, has preserved its authenticity. It is reached by picturesque roads winding through a wild and dazzling forest of diverse species alternating with typical Mediterranean crops.

Its position at the top of Sentinel Pass earned him the appellation of "guard", hence the name La Garde-Freinet, and the names of people: the Fraxinois, more commonly called Gard, of "Gardiòu" in Provencal.

Whoever takes the road through the village to reach the peninsula of St Tropez can not remain insensitive to the beauty of the landscape: steep slopes and wild north, those soft, covered with chestnut trees and vineyards to the south. What color and life in our country!

Overlooking the village today, Fort Freinet dominates only path that connects the valley of Argens in the Gulf of St. Tropez. It offers an exceptional view of the massive pre-Alpine, the Mediterranean and the forest landscape of the Moors.

Ten years of archaeological excavations have revealed the remains of a fortified village of the Middle Ages (late 12th? Late 16th centuries).

To access the trail formed by the stairs where it runs along the cliff to the gates of the village, where you can see the remains of some thirty dwellings carved into the slate. They are terraced on several different levels and are protected by a ditch of 8 to 10 m deep.

The conditions for the destruction of Fort Freinet are known, but its origin, the questioning of the Saracen occupation or function of some homes, fueling discussions on a site that has not yet yielded all its secrets.

The Conservatoire du Patrimoine du Freinet: a permanent exhibition on the site of Fort Freinet, two exhibitions on gardoises traditions, nature walks together.

• St. Clement Bravade: 1st Sunday of May
• Flea markets: a Wednesday or two per month from May to September
• Local Festival: 1st weekend of August
• Vide-Grenier: 2nd Saturday of August
• Week of Taste: October
• Chestnut Festival: 3rd and 4th Sunday of October

For exact dates, contact the Tourist Office on +33 4 94 43 67 41.

• Nature Walks Commented
• Guided tours on horseback, with pack donkeys

A village in the hills

Thursday 9 February Day Night Min. -9°C - Max. 9°C

Friday 10 February Day Night Min. -5°C - Max. 10°C

Saturday 11 February Day Night Min. -10°C - Max. 4°C

Le coteau fleuri Grimaud Old stone house nestled in the green next to a chapel in the heart of the medieval village of Grimaud, and enjoying an exceptional view over the vineyards and the Massif des Maures... Located 6.4 km from La Garde-Freinet From 30 € to 75 € 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 16.1 km from La Garde-Freinet From 30 € to 100 € per person

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 16.3 km from La Garde-Freinet From 30 € to 100 € per person

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Residence Le Mouron Rouge   La Garde-Freinet Welcome to Residence Le Mouron Rouge. Take your time to discover the delights of our charming Bed & Breakfast Guesthouse, located only 15 km from Saint-Tropez and 15 minutes from the... Located in La Garde-Freinet

Lei bancaou   La Garde-Freinet Located in the Provence - Alpes - Côte d'Azur and more specifically in the Var, our guest house rental overlooking the Gulf of St. Tropez. At the heart of the Pays des Maures, La Garde... Located in La Garde-Freinet From 70 € to 95 € the double room

Villa Sophie   Grimaud Situated in between vineyards and hills, not far from the cité lacustre of Port-Grimaud and the village of Grimaud, Sophie et Patrick welcome you in their house so that you may benefitt... Located 6.5 km from La Garde-Freinet From 90 € to 120 € the double room

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Aire de Battage La Garde-Freinet Profit from April to October from this house built on the edge of a chestnut forest near the village of La Garde Freinet. Set amongst the trees with view over the « Massif des Maures... Located in La Garde-Freinet From 690 € to 2300 € per week

Appartement dans une maison de campagne La Garde-Freinet An apartment of 40m² in a country house along a sandy lane of 1 kilometre between La Garde Freinet & Grimaud, 14 kilometres from St Tropez. Peace & calm assured as there is no traffic,... Located in La Garde-Freinet From 460 € to 650 € per week

Gites calmes - mas au milieu des vignes Grimaud Charming rents - golfe of st-tropez. Studio** 35 m² and appartment*** 50 m² independants, south facing, all confort for 2 or 3 persons, with garden founiture on individual terrace,... Located 5.5 km from La Garde-Freinet From 190 € to 440 € per week

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Camping de L'Argentière   Cogolin Welcome Campers Camping de l'Argentière. To take full advantage of the mild Mediterranean climate, you can pitch your tent, caravan or motorhome on one of our locations within the camp... Located 7 km from La Garde-Freinet From 16 € to 34 € per day

Camping de la vallee de taradeau     10   SPECIAL OFFER 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 14.1 km from La Garde-Freinet From 12.50 € to 25 € per day

La bastiane   Puget-sur-Argens A few steps from the deep blue sea (8 km), nestling in a green haven, La Bastiane welcomes you to its friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Bathed in the South of France sunshine, the camp-site... Located 24 km from La Garde-Freinet From 20.40 € to 41.40 € per day

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B&B Lei Bancaou     7.6 La Garde-Freinet ... Located in La Garde-Freinet Room from 70 €

Athenopolis      8 Grimaud ... Located 4.1 km from La Garde-Freinet Room from 97 €

Le Verger Maelvi      9.4 Grimaud Located 15-minute drive from St Tropez, Le Verger Maelvi is a provincial hotel on the banks of the River Giscle. It offers a large garden with an outdoor swimming pool. Guest rooms... Located 6 km from La Garde-Freinet Room from 98 €

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