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Family paradises in the South of France
6 stops
12 nights
235 miles
The south of France is ideal for family discoveries! From underwater trails, jazz concerts and regattas, to horseback rides, zoo visits and ochre mines, the experiences to be shared with children here seem as varied as they are endless. The pleasures of the Mediterranean extend throughout the magnificent landscapes of Provence. You'll go from a cultural visit to an outdoor activity. Under the Mediterranean sun, in a Provençal atmosphere, some people educate themselves or stroll, while others swim, have fun, relax, or strut about depending on their mood of the day...
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Cap d'Antibes
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The pleasures of an underwater trail (Cap d'Antibes)
Discovering the underwater trail of the Batterie du Graillon means exploring the rich marine habitats of Cap d'Antibes. Whether you prefer snorkeling, scuba diving, sea kayaking, standup paddleboarding, taking night dives, or simply walking along a nature trail in a pine forest, the coast can be discovered in a thousand different ways. Those who love water sports with more speed may be tempted away from the protected shore area to try out the seabob - a strange contraption that allows you to move around with the agility of a dolphin...
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Enjoy a concert at the Jazz à Juan Festival (Antibes Juan-les-Pins)
Created in 1960, the 'Jazz à Juan' Festival was the very first jazz festival in Europe! Within the magical setting of the Gould pine forest, facing the sea, the greatest musicians have performed in succession: Charles Mingus, Ray Charles, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins and others. Ella Fitzgerald even made an anthology duet here with a cicada here... Each new edition offers unforgettable concerts for young and old jazz lovers alike!
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La Croix Valmer
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An introduction to standup paddleboarding (La Croix Valmer)
Gigaro beach is quite possibly the ideal place to introduce your children to the art of standup paddleboarding. In clear water, sheltered from the winds, along a strip of sand bordered by maritime pines, we glide along, standing on a board, in search of new sensations. This practice, which originated on Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, is now attracting young and old alike. When balance goes hand-in-hand with gliding...
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Attend the Voiles de Saint-Tropez regatta
A gathering of traditional yachts and ultra-modern boats, the Voiles de Saint-Tropez regatta attracts both amateurs and experienced sailors every year. Created in 1981 following an improvised challenge between a Swan 44 and a 12 Meter JI, the regatta brings together several hundred yachts at the end of September and beginning of October. Along the coast or along the quays, the series of regattas take place in a festive, chic and friendly atmosphere...
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Flayosc
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Visit the educational farm of Château Saint-Roux (Cannet-des-Maures)
Located on the old road from Saint-Tropez to Cannet-des-Maures, not far from the Château de Berne, the Château Saint-Roux estate is home to a small educational farm that will delight children. Chickens, pigs and a miniature donkey live alongside an adorable herd of Alpine goats. A trail allows you to get close to the animals before tasting the delicious organic cheese produced on site.
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La Ronde des Escarcets trail by horseback (Plaine-des-Maures)
The little-known Plaine-des-Maures National Nature Reserve is a true western setting! A 17.8 km marked horseback trail allows you to penetrate into the heart of the savanna to explore unexpectedly wild landscapes. You'll ride past scrubland, rocky slabs, ravines, pine forests, and reed beds at a horse's pace. Take the opportunity to stop at the magnificent viewpoints overlooking the Lac des Escarcets and, in the background, the Alpine foothills of the Haut-Var. A complete change of scenery!
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Le Castellet
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Driving initiation from 7 years old on the Paul Ricard Circuit
With microcars and models such as the Mini Cooper S, Gaucho, Smart, and BMW i8, Com1Grand gives children the opportunity to discover and ride in 'custom-size' cars on the site of the mythical Paul Ricard circuit. A fun way to be introduced to the pleasures of driving in the company of professional drivers. Several options are offered depending on the age of the child, from 7 to 18 years old.
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Discover the Castellet honey farm
Olivier and Virginie Paxé, owners of the Oratoire honey farm, have been creating and perfecting exciting workshops for children for many years. Discover the world of bees through a glass beehive, learn about its role in nature, and experience the taste of fresh pollen and a variety of honeys. Depending on the day's harvest, the children may be able to participate in extracting and bottling honey.
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46 milesCar
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Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
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Treasure hunt at the Château de Fonscolombe
By special request, the Château de Fonscolombe organizes small treasure hunts for children over 6 years old. Designed around the history of the castle and its successive owners, the game allows children to discover the estate in a playful way. Most of the hunt takes place outdoors. Once the treasure is found, a plush toy mascot and a delicious snack reward the young players.
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Visit the La Barben Zoo (La Barben)
Created in 1969, the beautiful La Barben Zoo shelters more than 600 animals from 130 different species. Lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, rhinos, tapirs, meerkats, crocodiles, and vultures provide an enchanting spectacle. Accessible by marked trails, the enclosures are scattered over 82 acres. A small train, and picnic/playground areas are set up along a route surrounded by rich Mediterranean vegetation.
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Gargas
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Discover the old ochre mines of Bruoux
Vestiges of the region's industrial past, the old Bruoux mines have become a site of historical interest. Between 1880 and 1950, miners dug about 25 miles' worth of tunnels here to extract ochre. Along an underground route, guided tours evoke the work of these 'miners for color', men who lived by the light of carbide lamps, pickaxe in hand. Because ochre was once considered the gold of the Luberon mountains...
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Cycling on the Calavon Cycle Path
Passionate about cycling, Andy Rihs was the owner of Coquillade Village and head of the famous BMC bike brand. He set up an on-site showroom where racing bikes, mountain bikes and top-of-the-line electric bikes (the racing bikes were used in the Tour de France) are now available for rent. This is the best way to discover the magnificent surrounding roads, including the Calavon valley cycle path dedicated to cyclists...
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