Tourism in Pourcieux

in the Var, discover Pourcieux. You will love the personality of this typical village of Provence Verte.

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

vacations are appreciated to bring you closer to nature? It is the opportunity to practice hiking or to go for a ride on mountain bike or bicycle on the paths and trails of Provence Verte. According to your desires, you can also try your hand at many other activities in the Var. What do you think about climbing, for example? Do you want to take advantage of your stay to try your hand at tree climbing?

From the Mediterranean coast to the high altitude meadows of the valleys of the Southern French Alps, the attractiveness of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region is also based on renowned specialties. The terroir is part of the identity of Pourcieux, where local producers perpetuate products.

Medieval churches, squares, fountains, wash houses, abbeys and monasteries… You can also discover a famous local heritage or a more confidential one. You can get in touch with the Tourist Office to discover all the tourist attractions in the area. You wish to stay near Pourcieux? The campsite is put in the spotlight under the sun of the Var. You will also find guest rooms and hotels for all prices. Discover quality accommodation.

The Sainte-Baume Massif

Between the Bouches-du-Rhône and the Var, the Sainte-Baume massif peaks at over 1150 meters above sea level, at the signal of the Béguines. Walking and cycling enthusiasts will be able to explore many routes. The fauna and flora are remarkable, with a relict forest composed mainly of beech trees. Various buildings are a reminder of the particularly rich human history in this area. The sanctuary of Sainte-Baume and the basilica of Saint-Maximin have preserved the relics of Mary Magdalene for centuries. To the north of the massif, the town of Saint-Maximin is dominated by an incredible basilica in many respects. During your walks in the Park, you will sometimes come across partially buried cylindrical constructions. These are ice boxes, which were used to naturally produce ice for the inhabitants of Marseille, Aix-en-Provence or Toulon.

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Provence Verte

This natural region is renowned for its landscapes, for its remarkable villages such as Montfort-sur-Argens, Vins-sur-Camary or Tourves, and for its rural heritage of great historical and spiritual value. You will be able to practise many nature activities, including hiking.

The Museums in the Var department

During your stay, you will be able to multiply the visits of museums. There are several dozen in the department. What to see? You can visit prestigious or unusual museums, such as the Demeure Sellier in Cogolin, the Ricard advertising museum in Bandol, the regional museum of the Luc stamp, the museum of Provencal clothing in Solliès-Ville, the House of the memory and remembrance of Régusse, the museum of historical figurines and old toys in Le Val, the museum of the Red Mouths in Tourves, the public school museum in La Farlede…