Built on top of Le Suquet in the 11th century by monks coming from Iles de Lérins, this fortified castle overlooks the whole harbour. Today, the vaulted Gothic chapel and a series of castle rooms house a small museum with displays ancient artifacts from all over the world and painting of Provence from the 16th to the 20th century.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 38 55 26

The old village of Cannes, located above the harbour, on the west side. A delightful place with narrow pedestrian streets lined by restaurants. Don’t miss a walk up to the Notre Dame d’Espérance church, with its tower dating from the 12^th century. Its beautiful surrounding park offers panoramic views of the city and bay.

Paddy Warwick is one of the most highly qualified and sought-after personal trainers in France.

He specializes in truly impressive results. After an exhaustively comprehensive initial consultation, Paddy designs a completely tailored programme using a variety of disciplines to achieve your goals and cater to your preferences. Paddy’s knowledge base of training methods is very extensive and training can be as varied or as focused as you like – the whole process being thoroughly planned, yet constantly evolving.

This relaxing spa is part of the Ibis hotel located at the Giens peninsula in Hyères, with direct access to the sea. They offer a full range of spa treatments. A restaurant is onsite with a tasty choice of light menus, to complete a ‘healthy getaway’. Tel: +33(0)494 580 094 [email protected] www.ibishotel.com

Located close to the airport of Toulon-Hyères, about 35 km from the shipyards, this attraction offers several tracks and more than one hundred karts for adults or kids. They also have quads and can organize 'real' competitions with prize giving! One of the favorite attractions for crew in the shipyards, who organize races between yachts and the yard’s staff for everybody’s enjoyment! Closed on Mon and Tues, except during school holidays.
Tel: +33(0)4 94 38 76 99
www.speedkart.fr

Fantastic watersport centre run by ex-professional windsurfers Eric Thieme and Pascal Boulanger. Located on the famous spot of L’Almanarre beach. Equipment rental or classes from professional instructors for any level. Provide all the latest equipment; rental of kayaks and paddle boards. Onsite lovely beach snack, beach volleyball area. Showers and lockers. Open daily/year round. Sale of new and second hand gear. Apartments rental on the spot. Tel: +33(0)4 94 57 95 33 Cell: +33(0)6 07 29 81 56 (Pascal) [email protected] www.funboardcenter-almanarre.com

Located on the east side of Toulon, the Mourillon sandy beaches are a favourite year-round haunt for locals and visitors. They are lined with waterside bars and restaurants.

Plage des Sablettes is a popular and beautiful sandy beach ideal for swimming or chilling out. It is located in La Seyne sur Mer, facing the open sea and very close to IMS shipyard in St Mandrier. Several restaurants and bars are surrounding the beach.

With its beautiful coastline lined by a number of coastal paths and its surrounding massifs covered in forest, the countryside of this region offers many options for sport lovers. 

This famous rugby and football stadium is located close to the Toulon harbour. Tickets can be purchased on line, or onsite, up to 2 hours before the match, and at Carrefour, Auchan, Geant grocery stores or FNAC store in the commercial mall Centre Mayol.
Tel:+33(0)4 94 46 20 31
www.rctoulon.com

Toulon's Provençal Market, held every morning except Mondays on Cours Lafayette, is one of Provence's largest and most widely acclaimed.