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Collobrières

Tourism and travel guide

The village of Collobrières in the department of the Var fits naturally in the heart of splendid landscapes. This authentic village has a unique charm.

By taking the secret roads leading to the village of Collobrières, you will enjoy a completely different pace, far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities.

In Collobrières, nature is omnipresent. You can walk along the hiking trails of this preserved area of the Massif des Maures. You can also try your hand at many other activities in the Var department. For example, would you like to try rock climbing? Would you like to take advantage of your future vacations to take part in a horse ride?

From the Mediterranean coast to the mountain pastures of the Southern French Alps, the diversity of soils in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur has given rise to a rich gastronomy. The region near Collobrières invites you to enjoy gastronomic visits, to meet the know-how of passionate and committed producers.

The sumptuous landscapes are not the only tourist attraction of the Massif des Maures: churches, castles, museums, wash houses are also objectives of escapades. The Tourist Office of Collobrières will inform you about the activities to discover and the monuments to visit. You wish to stay close to Collobrières? You wish to live in the heart of the Massif des Maures? In order to help you prepare your stay, we offer you a selection of accommodation.

The Chartreuse of Verne

Collobrières, in the Massif des Maures, is home to a historical monument and a place of spirituality. The Chartreuse of Verne, founded by the Carthusian monks in the 12th century, has withstood the ravages of time and the upheavals of the Revolution. The site is still occupied in the 21st century by a community of nuns belonging to the Monastic Fraternity of Bethlehem.

The monument is open to the public, and you can visit the Chartreuse of Verne.

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A few kilometers from the French Riviera

The Mediterranean coastline is just a few kilometers away, where you can swim on the beaches of the Côte d’Azur or enjoy the nature and tranquility of the hinterland. Farmers’ markets, hiking, cycling, beach or kite surfing: every day has its own activity, on the land or sea side!

The Museums in the Var department

Many museums throughout the Var present their collections to you. Large museums or foundations, there is something for everyone! For example, you can visit the Cotignac museum in the past and today in Cotignac, the Maison de la route médiévale du Val, the Balaguier museum in La Seyne-sur-Mer, the Rob Jullien architectural pictorial museum in Lorgues…

An Exceptional Terroir

The village is renowned for its production of chestnuts. This production is celebrated every autumn during the Collobrières Chestnut Festival. The municipalities in the Massif des Maures indeed host several thousand hectares of chestnut trees, which yield fruit of exceptional quality. Whether roasted or candied, it promises delightful moments!

Local vineyards offer high-quality red, rosé, and white wines. You can taste them (in moderation) in the cellars and directly from the producers. For example, the Collobrières Winemakers’ Cellar awaits you at the village entrance, offering its wines and local products.

Collobrières’ Provencal market takes place every Thursday and Sunday morning. Merchants and producers present a wide variety of local specialties for you to explore.

Practical information

Interested in visiting Collobrières and the Massif des Maures? You can get in touch with the Mediterranean Tourism Office – Porte des Maures:

If you’re looking to stay in Collobrières, various options for tourist accommodation are available, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, seasonal rentals, cottages, and campgrounds. You can find a wide range of lodging solutions in the heart of the Massif des Maures or along the coastline of the French Riviera, allowing you to enjoy a stay with your feet by the water facing the Mediterranean Sea.

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