What to do in Cavalaire-sur-Mer
Located 15 km south of La Rouillère campsite at Ramatuelle in the Var, Cavalaire-sur-Mer is a small seaside resort of just over 7,000 inhabitants at the foot of the Massif des Maure. Famous for having seen the Allies land in 1944, it’s a lively, welcoming little Provence town surrounded by exceptional scenery. If you’d like to visit Cavalaire-sur-Mer during your next vacation in the Var, here are our top 5 must-do activities in Cavalaire-sur-Mer during your stay at a Cavalaire-sur-Mer campsite.
Sunbathing on Cavalaire-sur-Mer’s most beautiful beaches
Cavalaire-sur-Mer boasts a number of beautiful beaches. To the east of the town center, there are
Hiking on the Fenouillet trail
A short hike along the Fenouillet trail is a must-do activity on vacation in Cavalaire-sur-Mer. This short 4.5 km loop in the Foncin estate runs alongside the sea through typical Var landscapes. The trail starts at Bonporteau beach and follows the coast to Maison Foncin. It passes through beautiful vantage points overlooking the Isles of Gold. Although not difficult, the trail is not flat and walking shoes are recommended.
See the Calanques of Cavalaire-sur-Mer by boat
The Cavalaire-sur-Mer coastline is dotted with small calanques, secret beaches and coves, such as the calanque de Cron in the town center, where you can go down and land on the rocks, and the magnificent calanques du Rayol further west. To see Cavalaire-sur-Mer’s calanques by boat, you can choose between several companies located around the port. Most cruises run along the coast from Cap Nègre to Cap Taillat. They last from 1 to 2 hours and generally cost between €17 and €27.
Explore the seabed
The seabed in Cavalaire Bay is teeming with fish of all sizes and wrecks, including the Rubis, a submarine that sank in 1958. The best way to observe them is on a diving trip. Several companies offer one-day diving trips and introductory dives. If you don’t dive, don’t worry: you can see the underwater beauties of the bay with a mask and snorkel. Diving centers organize
Spend some family time at “How will you escape?”
If you’re visiting the Var, and Cavalaire-sur-Mer in particular, with children, an afternoon at“Comment t’échapperas tu?” is a must! Located at the Mas de Peyre, this escape game comprises 2 1-hour courses, one in the countryside at an easy level and the other indoors at a more challenging one. The aim is to find clues to progress and find the way out. You can play from the age of 5. Prices vary according to the number of participants, starting at €18 per person.
