Tourism in La Bastide

In the department of the Var, the village of La Bastide seduces by its authentic charm. Its setting? The magnificent landscapes of the Verdon country. Everyone here lives a vacation at his or her own pace, far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities.

vacations are useful to reconnect with nature? vacations rhyme with hiking ? Many paths have been laid out in this preserved area of the Verdon country. in the Var, outdoor activities are diverse: horse riding, tree climbing, climbing, paragliding…

Bouillabaisse on the coast, olive oil, tapenade, fougasses, ratatouille, lamb from La Crau, pistou soup, calissons, navettes marseillaises or lavender honey… The diversity of climates in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur has given birth to many regional specialties.

Gastronomy is part of the identity of this part of the Verdon country, where passionate producers bring products to life.

By crisscrossing the roads of the Var, you will be able to discover tourist and historical monuments: churches or old abbeys, houses of character, wash houses, castles…

You can contact the Tourist Office of La Bastide for places to visit nearby.

Are you looking for accommodation in southeastern France? Are you a hotel, a campsite or a bed and breakfast? You can easily book accommodation.

The Verdon Natural Park

From the meeting between a river, the Verdon, a soft rock and the azure of Provence was born the Verdon. The landscapes here are grandiose and wild: cultivated valleys, clearings, forests, steep-sided valleys? The Park meets the expectations of lovers of outdoor activities. Hiking enthusiasts will be able to crisscross the trails. You can also ride your mountain bike along the paths of the Park, try your hand at rock climbing, via ferrata or tree climbing, or even try your hand at paragliding… You can also set off to discover a historic heritage of sober elegance: fountains, wash houses, wells, chapels, churches, oratories, historic milestones, oil mills, irrigation canals, dovecotes, bridges, medieval castles… The heritage of the Verdon also awaits you in the plate. Village grocery stores and markets will introduce you to local flavors: gingerbread, honey, mountain cheese, lamb meat, vegetables, fruit, olive products (oil and pasta)…

Museums in the Var department

As a nature destination, the department must also be seen as a cultural destination. Numerous museums open their doors to you on the Coast or in Provence Verte, such as the museum of the historical figurine and the old toy of the Val, the historical museum of the centre-Var au Luc, the regional House of water of Barjols…