"Le Gros Cerveau" forest massif

  • Cave
  • Natural wonder
  • Viewpoint
  • Forest
Avenue du Pont d'Aran, 83110 Sanary-sur-Mer
Please note that the nearest station is more than
The "Big Brain" comes from the Provençal "Lou Gro Cervo", which means "the Big Stag", a legendary creature that would have lived in this massif in the 18th century.
he Gros Cerveau massif, classified as a natural area of ecological, faunal and floristic interest, culminates at an altitude of 446 metres. It offers breathtaking views over the Mediterranean, from the Gien peninsula to the islands off Marseille, via the splendid Sanary Bay. The massif, accessible by car (D2020) depending on the period, is used by many walkers, hikers (marked trails + GR51), joggers or climbers (10 sport climbing sectors).

On the ridge, two defensive fortifications built...

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Parking nearby
Pets welcome

Location

"Le Gros Cerveau" forest massif
Avenue du Pont d'Aran, 83110 Sanary-sur-Mer
Please note that the nearest station is more than
Environment
  • Close to a motorway
  • Town outskirts
Updated on 10 October 2022 at 17:23
by Office de Tourisme de Sanary sur Mer
(Offer identifier : 4769959)
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