Tips & Tricks
Plage des Graniers — If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the heavily populated Pampelonne, then consider taking a short walk along the Sentier du Littoral to this beach. Nestled in tree-dotted hills, Plage de Graniers is free and quite pretty. Try the restaurant “La Plage des Graniers” for a lunch of […]
Polo Club de St-Tropez (Route de Bourrian, Gassin) – the mere existence of this club reinforces the air of luxury permeating this part of the French Riviera. Located between Saint-Tropez and Pampelonne, polo events here attract some of the best players in the world. Some of the previous VIP spectators that have attended games here […]
Monaco Grand Prix (Monaco) – this is the famed auto race held every late May along the streets of Monaco, blending traditional Formula 1 competitions with elements of street racing made famous by the “Fast & Furious” Hollywood films. Various celebrities who just came from the festivities at the Cannes Film Festival often make their […]
La Pouncho (boating) – for visitors who are not yacht owners, they do not need to feel left out of the area’s vibrant nautical scene. Such individuals can take part in sea excursions aboard this ship, where one can see Saint-Tropez and nearby villages from the sea. Prices go for as little as €10 per […]
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – held in late September-early October, this is an amazing yachting event. First run twenty-six years ago as La Nioulargue, the regatta gathers together around 300 of the most extraordinary modern sailing boats alongside the most beautiful traditional yachts in the early autumn. A host of racers and sailing enthusiasts come […]
Octopussy (7 Blvd. Louis Blanc, Saint-Tropez) – for those with some boating experience, and want to get the most out of visiting the Saint-Tropez area, one can rent a boat through this service (as long as you have a boating license). Both open-top and covered boats are available for rental. Boating courses are also offered. […]