Saint-Tropez is one of the most popular modern sea resorts in Europe, the pearl and the entire south of France. The city is located 76 kilometers from and is a favorite holiday destination for celebrities around the world. Popularity to this small settlement, the number of residents of which about 6,000 people came at the end of the XIX century, when local landscapes captured the talented artist of the Xinyak field, and became the main topic on his canvases. In this city, they were invented by a completely new drawing technique with points - Pointelism. Later, in search of inspiration, his colleagues on the workshop began to flow here: Chris Wang Dongen, Pierre Bonnar, Henri Matisse. The excellent works of these modernists served as excellent advertising for the entire European aristocracy, moving here from and cann.

An even greater fame of the tiny picturesque bay in the middle of the 20th century, brought the film "And God created a woman", the main role in which the inimitable Bridget Bardo played. The main world popularity came to the resort after the release of the first comedy paintings with Louis de Fühnes about the gendarme from Saint-Tropez. The city became recognizable and tourists from all over the world reached here. Today, the main focus of the settlement is precisely tourism, so the tourist infrastructure here is perfectly debugged and offers a luxurious rest and impeccable service.

• Area: 11 km²;
• Time Zone: UTC + 1, Summer UTC + 2;
• Population: 4,500.

Climatic features

The resort is located in the zone of a soft Mediterranean climate, with a fairly warm winter and a non-suckful summer. The average temperatures of January + 10⁰c, and in July, the thermometer columns rise to + 25⁰c. The greatest amount of precipitation falls for the period from December to February. Autumn and spring here is a pleasant warm weather. As a rule, water in the coastal zone is heated to the air temperature.

Transport accessibility

The city has its own airport serving only charter flights. The nearest international air port is located in Nice, 100 kilometers from the Saint-Tropez. You can get to the resort on a rented car, by train - rejoicing to San Rafael, and then transfer to the bus, next to the Saint-Tropez, or regularly running the speed boat in the summer season. There is no railway communication with the resort. In the city itself there is no public transport.

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Historical reference

The first settlements in this area, archeologists refer to the II century BC. The findings of scientists suggest that the Greek colony was in this territory. From the first x century, our era, the locality was subjected to repeated destruction from the Arabs, who had survived this part of Europe. From the middle of the XI century, power over the city passed to monks from Saint-Victor, restored and returned him to a full life. However, the civilians of Provence Princes devastated the city until the XV century. By the beginning of the XVI century, the Genoese architect Porno De Hareskzo was erected by powerful fortress walls surrounding and defending the Saint-Tropez from all sides. Since that time, the settlement received the status of an independent republic and began to establish trade relations with Africa and the countries of East Asia. Until the XIX century, the city inhabited merchants, fishermen and shipowners. After the "opening" of Saint-Trail by artists and aristocrats, luxury mansions, villas, hotels, branded shops and many entertainment facilities began to appear here.

Beach

First of all, Saint-Tropez is, though a small, but famous resort of the Mediterranean coast, and its most important attraction - luxurious beaches with a well-developed infrastructure. The largest beach of Pompanel, representing 6 kilometers of sandy shore, with dozens of small well-equipped private beaches. For a full-fledged high-quality vacation, guests are offered water sports: windsurfing, yachting and water skiing. Those who are poorly owned by the skills of managing a ship or a sailboat, experienced instructors will always help. In addition, there is a huge number of all sorts of restaurants, bars and fashionable clubs on the coast, bars and fashionable clubs. However, along with these popular and glamorous seats, there are also secluded coves with wild beaches, where you can hide away from curious eyes and fully enjoy the warm sea, soft golden sand and luxurious surrounding nature.

On all beaches of the city there are rescue and medical items, parking, shower, toilet, dressing cabins, umbrellas and rugs or sun loungers for sunbathing. The official opening of the beaches annually passes on June 15, and the closure is September 15.

What to see

In addition to excellent beach holidays, in the city you can see several interesting historical monuments and museums. The art museum contains a rich collection of paintings written in the 20th century with modern avant-garde artists.

In the old, well-preserved to this day, the fortress of the XVI century, is located a maritime museum, in which the history of the city is presented in detail. The models of ships, rich collections of weapons and amphoras, picturesque cloth of marinists are exhibited here. From the top of the fortress located on the hill, beautiful views are opening not only to the entire Saint-Tropez, but also on the majestic snow-white vertices of the Alps.

The calling card of the city is the old port. Almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, today he is restored and appears to the guests and residents of the city in all its glory. This picturesque tourist facility surrounds a chic cafe, and expensive yachts near the pier. And of course, as in any seaside resort, in the Saint-Tropez, it is impossible to bypass the embankment with a stunning view of the endless sea expanses and where you can easily make a photo of some resting celebrity.

One of the largest collections of butterflies throughout Europe is located in this city of the Cote d'Azur. The unique Museum "Butterfly House" has about 20,000 most different exhibits of these flying insects. A collection of 4,500 butterflies, collected by the founder of the Museum of Dani Larting, the son of the famous photographer Jacques Henry Larting, and to this day decorate the stands of the hall. Many insects, including the most rare species, calculated, calculated to the extinct, flute in specially equipped with orangene. The museum is located in a large mansion, who once belonged to Madeleine Bibi - the first wife of Jacques Henry Lartage. Also in the museum there is a huge forming colony, a tirelessly elevating agents, and a large family of poultry spiders living in a separate terrarium. The most courageous visitors can establish contact with insects - to hold on your hands and stroke. Especially beautiful and exotic halls of South America, Africa and Oceania. Visiting the museum will be interesting not only to children, but also adults. The house of butterflies opens its doors to visitors from April to October.

In the summer, a beautiful moon park is working in the city with many attractions leading children delight, and three times a week on the main square of the Saint-Tropez, a large market opens, walking on which you can find almost everything: from homemade sausages, cheeses and seafood, to souvenirs And beautiful bouquets of flowers.

And of course, the Saint-Tropez is a paradise for shopping lovers, which will definitely not leave indifferent the presence of large moles, branded shops and boutiques that expose new fashion designer clothes for sale. The choice of luxurious and elegant outfits of the Saint-Tropez presented in the shopping centers is striking even sophisticated shopaholics. Every year, on the last Sunday of October, the city begins the mass sale and acquire a qualitative brand thing in less than half a half.

If you have bored beaches and relaxed rest, you can go on an inspection of interesting places in the vicinity of the city. The small town of Kogolan is a popular center of hand craft. Here you can clearly see the simple life of ordinary people living in the south of France, evaluate their talents and skills, as well as purchase original handmade products.

Another popular tourist place a few kilometers from the resort is a grimel port, which is a major marina Saint-Tropez Bay, which holds more than a thousand yachts. Many compare the port with Venice - numerous bridges, canals, motor yachts and villas remind of this romantic city. Such a coincidence is not at all by chance - the grimel was built in the 60s of the 20th century by the architect of Francois, according to the projects of which the port must remind Venice in the miniature. Anyone can organize a boat trip accompanied by experienced guides and sailors.

Saint-Maxim is a small resort located near Saint-Tropez. Less glamorous and pathetic, it is also famous for its luxurious sandy beaches and magnificent incendiary parties and discos. The city is famous for the Museum of Photography and Mechanical Music, which presents an excellent collection of old musical mechanisms. Also here is the amusement park for children and adults Akvaland.

A variety of festivals, holidays and carnivals marked with a wide sweeping and pomp are regularly held in the Saint-Tropez. In general, every day in this city is a real holiday similar to a fairy tale. Rest in Saint-Tropez will long leave in mind the mass of positive emotions and bright impressions.

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Saint-Tropez is the port town of French Cote d'Azur, located in the south-east of France, 70 kilometers from Nice (112 km along the highway) and 102 kilometers from Marseille (143 km along the highway). My acquaintance with this city began in childhood from films about the gendarme from the Saint-Tropez with the inimitable Louis De Füne. During my first visit, I, of course, noticed that a lot of things had changed, but the special atmosphere still gives exceptional charm to this place. I just adore his cozy streets in the spirit of Provence, the rapid energy of the tourist season and calm, the dimension of the winter days.

Local currency - euro, French language, however, in restaurants, shops and hotels there is always engaging staff. It is worth noting that most French has a very interesting "soft" emphasis, besides, they simply adore not to pronounce the English letter H. As for the difference in time, then in the summer it is 1 hour (from Moscow), and in winter - 2 hours.

About how the fishing village turned into a "star" resort, a lot is written. Cinema, artists, artists and musicians have undoubtedly played a crucial role in this. Anyway, the label of the "star" resort firmly increased to the Saint-Tropez and attracts tens of thousands of tourists from all over the world. However, in addition to the "stars", luxury villas and yachts there are many other interesting places, attractions, entertainment. Beach recreation lovers will appreciate the Mediterranean Sea, the stormy nightlife of summer months will delight the club clubs, well, if you want to retire surrounded by impressive landscapes, then this is also possible.

About everything else below.

How to get

You can get to Saint-Tropez near all kinds of transport, the choice depends on where you enter.

From Russia it is more logical to give preference to an airplane or train. If you are already in France or in Europe, the choice is large enough. The defining factor will be the duration of the trip. For example, going here at the weekend, it is preferable to choose an aircraft or a train, but for a longer stay and the machine (convenient for movement in the Saint-Tropez bay) is suitable.

Plane

In the very Saint-Trail of the airport, of course, no, the town for this is not enough. However, at the disposal of the trainee of the traveler there are three airports nearby:

• La mole (private flights and flights to Nice);
• Toulon-Yer (Domestic flights and flights to the United Kingdom);
• nice International Airport.

International Airport Nice

It is located in more than a hundred kilometers from the Saint-Tropez, but this is the most convenient option. Direct flights from Moscow, St. Petersburg, as well as from Minsk and Kiev are served here.

The cost of the ticket depends on the time of year. The highest prices in July, August (from 500 €), as well as during the New Year holidays. The rest of the year you can find tickets from 300 €.

The duration of the direct flight is about 3 hours and 50 minutes, aircraft are sent from Vnukovo and Sheremetyevo. Direct flight - will take an average of 3 hours and 40 minutes.

You can choose a convenient flight option on the sites-aggregators, for example,.

How to get from the airport to the city

Transfer to Saint-Tropez on a taxi is on average, from 200 euros. Faster will be on the helicopter (320 euros per person). Although you can take a ship by public transport (see the details below, in the "bus", "boat").

Another option - car rental. At the airport there are representative offices of many firms. Much cheaper will cost hire for the entire period of stay than the trip one way with the return of the car in the Saint-Tropez. You can book a car in advance and pick it up at the airport. Compare prices and conditions are convenient on search sites, for example,.

The machine will get tentatively in 1 hour 30 minutes, you can and faster: it all depends on the plugs. Leaving the airport, follow the directions of A8 (blue sign), Sophia-Antipolis, Antibes, Cannes. Follow the blue pointers, in France they show directions on autobam. Leave the track at the output number 36 Le Muy, and then follow the green pointers Saint Tropez.

Airport Toulon Yer

If you are already in France and decided to wave to the Mediterranean Sea, I advise Toulon-Yer Airport (approximately 50 km from Saint-Tropez). I like it is quite small, and, accordingly, registration and security control pass quickly. Getting to the Saint-Tropez from here is much simpler, since there is a straight line of the bus 7803 (see the "bus" section). Regular flights serve the following destinations:

• Southampton,
• Bordeaux,
• Bastia,
• Azhako.

How to get from Toulon-Yer Airport to the city

Leaving this airport by car, get in Saint-Tropez for 50 minutes. Follow the direction of La Londe Les Maures, then Bormes Les Mimosas (not entering this locality), then La Môle.

The road through La Môle, of course, does not allow you to enjoy coastal landscapes, as it passes through the forest, but there are less traffic jams. From La Môle follow the Saint Tropez signs.

Airport La Mol

You can not bypass the side of La Mole Airport 15 km from Saint-Tropez. It serves straight lines to Geneva, Nice (helicopter), Sion. Working with private aircraft, helicopters presents the main direction in its activities.

How to get from La Mole Airport to the city

The map shows the route trip by car.

As in previous versions, just follow the signs.

By train

Before the Saint-Tropez, you certainly do not get to the train, but to Nice - no problem.

Moscow-Nice

The Moscow-Nice train goes from the Belarusian station on Thursdays (on the way 10 hours 18 minutes), Nice - on Saturdays (21 hours 45 minutes) from the station.

Suite costs 809.80 €, first class 345.50 €, and the second class is 228.66 €. Details on the tariffs and the system of discounts (discounts for pensioners and children) can be found on the Internet, for example, on the Russian Railways website.

As for comfort in the wagons, one of my relatives after traveling in the second grade was satisfied and even decided to repeat the trip. However, I note that taking into account the duration of the journey it is very important to go with good fellow travelers.

From Nice to Saint-Tropez

At the Railway Station, Nice, you can buy a ticket to Saint-Rafael, you can buy a ticket to Saint-Rafael, from where you get to Saint-Tropez on a boat or by bus (see section by bus, boat). A ticket to a regular train costs about 12.30 € (the price may vary depending on the period) and 18.00 € at the speed (TGV). The average duration of the route is 1 hour 15 minutes.

If you go to the Saint-Tropez by train, for example, from Paris, then take a ticket to Toulon. In Toulon, the train station is located next to the car, where the bus lines 7801 and 7802 will take you to the place (see section by bus).

Bus

The system of local bus lines is developed quite well and allows you to get to the Saint-Tropez almost from everywhere.

The Gare Routière bus station is in close proximity to the city center, close to Hôtel De Paris.

Airport Nice

The line No. 3003 is valid, the ticket costs 20 €. The bus leaves from Platform No. 5 in Terminal 1 and from Platform No. 1 in Terminal 2. It will take you to the Saint Rafael, where you can transfer to the line number 7601, which goes to Saint-Tropez. Since this is the internal route of the Var Department, the ticket will cost you at 3 €. However, given the permanent traffic jams in the peak of the season, in July and in Augustor to give preference to the category - you will be much faster on the spot.

Toulon-Yer Airport

As I noted above, there is a straight line of 7803. On time the tourist season, there are five regular flights, and the ticket costs, as well as on all the internal lines of the Department, 3 euros.

Toulon (bus station)

Both lines 7801 and 7802 are in the Saint-Tropez (internal lines of the Department). The difference between them is that the route first runs along the coastal road, and the second passes through La Môle, removing from the sea and, accordingly, from traffic jams. Personally, I prefer 7802, as this route is less than stopping and the bus reach the Saint-Tropez much faster. Some lack are cool turns. If you are telling you in transport, just in case prepare everything you need, (in places the road is narrow and no, there is no rook, so the bus can not stop everywhere).

Schedule of all flights can be found on the site Varlyb.

Local lines

The Saint-Tropez also acts businesses that will take you to local beaches. They depart with Place Des Lice, in the city center. Detailed information can be found on the site.

The route 7703 is sent from the bus station, with which you can visit such villages as Gassan and Ramatuel. Line 7705 serves Ramatyuel beaches (Schedule also on the site of Varlyb).

Route from Russia

A few years ago I also had the opportunity to come to France from the Russian Federation by bus. Route "Moscow - Nice" Log and Tovitelien (night customs control, travelers). However, this is a fairly economical type of transport (a ticket back is about 300 €), it also allows you to enjoy the landscapes.

Unfortunately, to the Saint-Tropez by bus from Russia you can not, only to Nice. There will have to be transferred to the train and reach Saint-Rafael, where there is a line of the bus or boat to the Saint-Tropez.

Car

The car is, no doubt, the most convenient type of transport, especially in the Saint-Tropez Bay. However, he has its drawbacks: gasoline prices in the EU, traffic jams.

From the cities of France

If you decide to get to the Saint-Tropez by car, for example, from Paris or another French city, you need to consider the financial factor. Gasoline and especially the autobares are expensive, for example, the route Nice - Saint-Tropez is estimated at 7.80 €.

You can calculate the approximate cost of your trip by GPS (some GPS models automatically calculate this data for you when entering the route) or. So, for example, the route "Paris - Saint-Tropez" will take 8 hours of 48 minutes and is estimated at 157.32 €. However, it is worth noting that the duration and cost of the trip can differ significantly (the price of gasoline depends on filling stations, traffic jams are possible). The maximum speed on the French autobahn is 130 km / h.

From the Russian Federation

I did not have to get to the Saint-Tropez by car. With well-selected stops, such a journey will allow you to visit not one country of Europe, as Saint-Tropez is 3,279 km from Moscow.

Going on the road by car, take with you, if possible, folding bikes. During stops, it will be able to shiver without costs for gasoline, which is expensive in the EU.

Boat

The boat can be reached from Saint-Rafael, Saint Maxim, Port Grimair, Marin Dö Cogolan and Forest Issable.
From Saint-Rafael ticket costs 15 € for adults and 10 € for children, schedule on

The boat from Saint-Rafael arrives to the pier located near Parking Du Port parking, not far from the bus station (see Plan, the berth was marked with a red circle).

As for all other settlements, they are serviced by Les Bateaux Verts.

A ticket back from Saint Maxim will cost adults at 13.50 € and 7.50 € for children from 4 to 12 years. The boat moisters in the center of the city (see the plan, the berth, I noted with a red circle).

Numerous excursions are also offered with which you can find on the company's website.

Prompt:

Saint-Tropez - time now

The difference in the clock:

Moscow 1.

Kazan 1.

Samara 2.

Ekaterinburg 3.

Novosibirsk 5.

Vladivostok 8.

When the season. When it is better to go

The season in the Saint-Tropez begins in April, reaches his peak in July, August and gradually ends in October. It should be borne in mind that in April, and often at the beginning of May, weather conditions are quite unstable, the rest can be dowed by the fallout of precipitation or strong winds (for example, Mistral).

My favorite periods from the middle of May to the end of June and September. In the first case, sunny weather has already been firmly established, and the flow of tourists is moderate, because French students are still at school. Also during this period, restaurants, bars and boutiques are reopened and operate at full capacity.

September I like it first of all the weather - the sun is not already so far as in July and August - and fewer tourists in the city and on the beaches.

It is worth noting another important element - these are prices. They are much lower at the beginning and at the end of the summer and simply shrink (as well as the temperature) in the peak of the season. Check prices for tours to the dates you are interested in.
Also during the tourist season there are numerous cultural and sporting events. Among the most famous and attracting a huge number of tourists should be noted:

• Euro Festival Harley Davidson in early May,
• rolex Cup sailing regatta in early June,
• as well as Fight Night in August and sailing regatta Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez at the end of September.

In no matter how you arrived, you will be, what to see. I will tell you more about events below.

Saint-trail in summer

In the summer, the port town will boil with life as day and night. Thousands of tourists fill the streets, port, shops and restaurants. This is the most rich period when the beaches and villas of the Saint trail leave the winter hibernation, filling the guests from all over the world. And the cause of this sunny weather.

The average temperature of the summer fluctuates about + 26-28 ° C.

Saint-trail in autumn

In the autumn rhythm of life slowed down, tourists and seasonal workers gradually leave the town. The beginning of September is a great time for vacation, since the thermometer also shows quite attractive temperatures (on average + 25-26 ° C), and most of the tourists have already left the city.

In October, the air temperature drops to +19 ° C. October, November is not the best time to travel, so in these months a large amount of precipitation can fall.

However, in the autumn there are two events that simply can not be missed and, I think they need to see at least once: the regatta "Sails Saint-Tropez) from September 24 to October 2 and Sale (Braderie De Saint-Tropez) from October 28 to October 31 (dates may differ from year to year).

Saint-trail in spring

Spring - awakening time. Together with the Sun, gradually returned (like flight birds) and tourists, filling the terraces of the cafe and foreshadow the inevitable start of the season.

The weather during this period is unstable, but if you still decided to come in the spring, I advise you to navigate May: with more sustainable weather you can watch events as the Eurofestival Harley-Davidson Festival or Bravad Festival Trail (BRAVADE). The average temperatures range from +19 ° C to +23 ° C.

Saint-trail in winter

In winter, Saint-Tropez lives in a special slowdown rhythm. For locals, it's time to relax, and they leave for vacation. And boutiques and restaurants use winter months to repair. The town comes to life in the Christmas holidays in time, but most of the institutions remain closed. The average temperatures in the winter months are not very attractive: from +13 ° C to +15 ° C.

Saint-Tropez - Weather for months

Prompt:

Saint-Tropez - Weather for months

Areas. Where better live

Saint-Tropez itself is a small town, and the historical center is even less. Restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops are concentrated in the city center, which is why it is not necessary to rent an apartment for your holiday. The lively nightlife of summer months (especially in July and in August) can overshadow leave. Areas like, Port (La Port), Citadel (La Citadelle), Garonna (La Garonne), are of course very picturesque and prestigious, but imperfect for living (on the map I separated them red line).

If you still want to stay in close proximity to the center, give preference to apartments with windows in the garden, courtyard or apartments located in residences.

Optimal to accommodation in my opinion Areas:

• LE PILON,
• Burgad (La Bourgade) and Conquètes (Les Conquètes),
• Fox (Les Lices).

They are in close proximity to the center (you can even walk on foot) and much more calmer with respect to noise (I separated them on the green line map). As for prices, they do not particularly depend on the districts, since the town is small. On average, at the beginning of the season, one-room apartment will cost you from 1000 € per week. In July, August from 1200 €. Naturally, the center will be more expensive on average for 100-150 euros.

Also worth paying attention to areas like Saint Antoine, Saint Claude, Pineda (La Pinède). Of course, they are more removed from the center, but here you will not disturb the city noise, well, if there is a desire, then yes, the Saint-Tropez Center can be reached by bike (they are marked on the blue line map).

Of course, the most picturesque and interesting for walking is the historic center.

What are the prices for rest

Even on European standards, Saint-Tropez is an expensive place to relax. The most part of your budget will accommodate, but the food is also not cheap. If you have a limited budget, then focus on vacation in June or September, as prices reach their peak in July and August, especially in the period from July 14 to August 15.

If you decide to save on restaurants, I recommend renting an apartment or stay at Campsie not far from Saint-Tropez. For example, Camping Tiison D'OR, here 6 nights in the two-bedroom bungalows will cost in July in more than 1800 €. This campsite is located at 5.4 km from Saint-Tropez. It is possible to navigate at prices for renting apartments and apartments.

As for hotels, at the beginning and at the end of the season you can find rooms from 150 €, in July August from 300 €. It all depends on the location of the hotel and number of stars. I advise you to compare prices from different sites, as it is possible to get on discounts and find rooms on more attractive tariffs. You can book the hotel on Booking -.

Food products are better to buy not in the Saint-Tropez, but in supermarkets in the nearby Kogolan. Dinner or lunch in the restaurant will cost the experience from 30 € per person. Carefully choose your restaurant, compare not only prices, but also the proposed menu. The greater the number of dishes, the less hope for quality.

A visit to museums and various excursions are not expensive and often free for children less than 12 years. More about museums I will tell below.

Main attractions. What to see

As for local attractions, the picturesque streets are a visiting card of the city. It is they who along with the beaches attract numerous tourists from all over the world. However, here you are waiting for museums, churches and interesting to visit space. Now I will tell you more about interesting places in the city.

Top 5.

• Citadel. This place in my opinion makes it possible to plunge into the history of the city, understand its strategic importance, get rid of the clichés of the ordinary fishing village.

• Excursion to the boat "Celebrity Villas". Where without celebrities?
• Walk to the port, on the streets of the old city. How else? I think it is necessary to look at the yachts, on cozy and charming streets, impregnated with the spirit of the south of France, as well as the parish church and its famous tower on the whole world.

• Well, on the street Clemenco, I advise you to look at the student of the famous Sandals Les Tropéziennes.

• Museum of gendarmerie and cinema. This is a new museum, and I suggest you to inspect it, because, along with the Naval Industry, the cinema has played an important role in the development of Saint-Tropez.

Beaches. What better

Saint-Tropez and its surroundings are just perfect in my opinion a beach holiday place.

La Ponch / La Ponche (Sand)

This is quite small (392m²) urban beach.

In July and August, on my observations there are a lot of holidaymakers.

Le Grandson / Les Graniers (Sand, Pebbles, 392m²)

Located in close proximity to the city, not far from the Citadel and Cemeteries. Therefore, it can be reached on foot (approximately 20 minutes). Usually there are much less vacationers compared to La Ponch.

La Buyabes / La Bouillabaisse (Sand, 12043 m², length 503 m)

The beach is located at the entrance to the Saint-Tropez. Many locals are resting here with families. From the infrastructure, I noticed free parking, public toilets and shower.

Le Canube / Les Canoubiers (Sand, 3350 m², Length 194m)

This beach, hidden by the Bamboo wall, is one of the most popular among local residents. There is parking, public toilets and shower.

Le Salan / Les Salins (Sand, 8924 m², length 600m)

Beautiful beach with excellent view. Parking, public toilets and shower.

Pampelon / Pampelonne.

You can also be bypass by Pamepelonne Pampelon. Of course, from an administrative point of view, he belongs to Ramatyuel, but the rest in the Saint-Tropez often prefer this huge (more than 4 km) of the sand strip.

Here guests have numerous restaurants, cafes. Although in my opinion is sprinkling enough high prices. Parking costs 4 € per day, rental mattress from 24 €, towels from 5 €.

Churches and temples. What are you worth a visit

Parish Church Saint-Tropez (Notre-Dame de L'Assomption)

The construction of the church was completed in 1784, and now it has become a real symbol of the city. Its tower, perfectly combining yellow and hoody colors, is known all over the world. Central Nal has 4 spills. The facade is decorated with a niche with the statue of St. Trofim in full growth.

I believe that everyone who came to the city should at least admire the church.

Chapel of St. Anna (La Chapelle Saint-Anne)

Chapel of St. Anna was erected in 1618 on Mont Pécoulet Mount, it was here who came seafarers before and after long-range sailing. Simple forms of Provencal style give the chapel of a special charm, which perfectly complement the cypresses and breathtaking views of the surroundings. Currently, the chapel is open on May 18 (the last day of Bravada), July 26 (St. Anna), August 15 (Assumption).

Address: 21 Chemin Des Bastidettes.

Chapel of Mercy (La Chapelle De La Miséricorde)

Built by the Order and noticeable, as it seems to me, the dome of the Tower and the picturesque gates.

Address: Rue Gambetta.

Monastery Chapel La Chapelle du Couvent

The chapel is erected at the possible place of burial of the remains of St. Trofim, the patron of the city. In the summer, Orthodox services are also held here.

Address: Avenue Augustin Grangeon.

Museums. What are you worth a visit

As for museums, there are only four of them on the port town. However, I would recommend them to visit:

Tourist streets

Saint-Tropez is a relatively small city, and its center is even less. So, walking in the heart of the Saint-Tropez, you will quickly notice that all the streets can be called tourist. Of course, among them you can highlight more tourist places than everyone else.

For example, a small pedestrian street Clemenso (Rue Clemenceau). I will even say you that here in July and August pedestrian traffic jams are formed. In addition to the world famous Rondini Store (Les Sandales Tropéziennes), the street is simply filled with boutiques of local merchants and is the most short dear from Place des Lices to the port.

I would also recommend stroll through the streets as st. Sitadel (Rue De La Citadelle), ul. Portay-Neuf (Rue du Portail Neuf) and on the streets adjacent to them. Here you are waiting for picturesque views with typical local architecture. It will be that capture in the photo.

What to look for 1 day

If you have only one day to visit the Saint-Tropez, I will help you plan the route. Come better in a market day (Tuesday, Saturday). So:

I will make an important remark for those on the car: try to leave the Saint-Tropeka to 18 hours (the beginning of the traffic jams) or stay for dinner in the city, then you can leave without traffic jams.

What to see in the vicinity

I will tell here only about the most picturesque places that I liked me.

Port Grimaud - Little Venice (Port Grimaud)

In the immediate vicinity of the Saint-Tropez, the jimeo port is local. Be sure to capture a camera with you and ride on the boat to penetrate the local atmosphere. However, in August it is better not to show the nose there (a very large number of tourists).

Ramatuel and Gassan (Ramatuelle, Gassin)

Speaking about the surroundings of Saint-Tropez, it is impossible to bypass the picturesque villages of Gassan and Ramatyuel.

Little streets will plug you into the atmosphere of Provence, and impressive views of the surroundings will delight photographers.

Food. What to try

Speaking about food, it is impossible to bypass the side of the tart trochene - one of the symbols of the city. The origins of this dessert there is a Polish confectioner who opened a confectionery in Saint-Tropez in 1955. Brigit Bardo tried this dessert during the shooting "and God created a woman" and, according to legend, it was she who offered the name "La Tarte Tropézienne"!

Nowadays, the delicate dough Bricho with a layer of oil cream is one of the favorite delicacies attending the city of tourists.

In the Saint-Tropez, a very wide selection of restaurants: from simple pizzeria to expensive chic institutions. When choosing a place for your lunch or dinner, I advise you to take into account two factors. First, the menu: the more dishes, the less chance of quality. Secondly, the location. In the port and adjacent streets, prices are high enough.

Budget

• L "ADRESSE MAROCAINE. Address: 4 Quai de L" Épi, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France.
• Marcellino. Address: 19 Quai Jean Jaurès, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France.
• Basilic Burger. Address: Place des Remparts.
• Bistro Pastis.adress: 18, Rue Seillon.

Medium level

• Le G. 67, Rue du Portail Neuf.
• La Part des Anges. 6, Rue de l'Eglise.
• Le Dit Vin. 7, Rue de la Citadelle.

Expensive

• Casa Di Stefano. 13, Rue Des Freniers.
• Caprice des Deux. 40, Rue du Portail Neuf.
• Bar du port. Quai suffren.
• La Vague d'OR. PLAGE DE LA BOUILLABAISSE, LA RÉSIDENCE DE LA PINèDE.

Holidays

For more than 450 years, as in mid-May, an annual holiday is held in Saint-Tropez La Bravade. During the festive processions, the inhabitants of the city wear the clothes of red and white (the colors of the Saint-Trope flag), and the participants in the processions are applied to the costumes of sailors, military, participants in the costumes of the city and the peasants of the era.

This festival is devoted to the Holy Trofim - the patron of the city. The boat with a bowl of the head of the martyr from the orders of Nero was born to the local shores. So the image of the boat appeared on the coat of arms of the city, and the believers began to become saint.

During Bravada, the bust of Holy Trofim solemnly rush through the streets. From time to time, the priest stops the procession, and the soldiers give a volley from vintage muskets. If you have the opportunity, do not miss La Bravade, it seems to me very interesting experience to mix with the crowd of viewers in red white clothes.

Safety. What to beware is worth

With regard to security in the Saint-Trope, there are no special problems. Just follow the elementary rules. For example, walking in the market, hide money away and systematically close the bag. Do not leave a bag or wallet without supervision even for a few seconds. At night, come around noisy campaigns on the street.

In general, it is enough to show reasonable vigilance and caution as in any trip. Here, it seems to me, all the recommendations on this.

Things to do

Shopping and shops

A trip to the Saint Tropez is a great reason to replenish the wardrobe! Here you are waiting for the latest collections of high fashion houses, as well as cozy boutiques of local merchants. Saint Tropez is some kind of lullaby brands.
High Fashion Houses are concentrated mainly on Place De La Garonne, here, for example, you will find Dior, Armani, Bottega Veneta, Valentino ...

It is also worth walking along the streets such as Alonder, Clemenceau, Gambetta, most of the stores are concentrated on them. Among local brands, I would have allocated:

• Les Tropéziennes (Rondini) - manual production sandals (average prices for adult models 130 €).
• BE-STORE - Shorts, Espadrilles, Belts. There are four stores in this brand in the Saint-Tropez, each of which is dedicated to a certain product line.
• Espadrilles Tropéziennes - Light summer shoes from fabric and leather. In the store, you can also personalize your Espadrils using artist's drawings.
• Les Senteurs Tropézienne - Perfumes for home. Perfume, aromatic candles and diffusers, aromatic compositions that are inspired by the smells of local plants, the sea. The collection of eleven perfumes "Walk in Saint-Tropez" will remind you of your vacation and will be an excellent gift.

• Titamàlà - original jewelry, local manual production.

In my opinion, the price of Saint-Tropez, of course, is high, however, at the end of the tourist season, in October, a large sale of La Braderie de Saint Tropez passes through three days. The city is again filled with crowds of tourists and the reason for this is very interesting prices.

Bars. Where to go

Bars are open to 3 nights and most of them only work on the tourist season. Prices are quite high, for example, Coca Cola will cost an average of 7 €, there are institutions where a glass of simple white wine costs 20 €.
Some bars arrange thematic parties, but there are no institutions dedicated to a separate topics. I liked the Bar of the Hotel Sube: a very beautiful decor of the seafarer's era.

Also do not come around Kelly's Pub in the spirit of Irish pub. Here is another list of my recommendations:

• Bar Chez Maggy (thematic parties).
• Bar du Port (for evening aperitif).
• L'Atrium Bar.
• Bar du Sube.

Clubs and nightlife

Nightlife hits the key during the tourist season. In June, July and August, all clubs are separated every day until 5 am. In September, clubs are open only on weekends.

The entrance, as far as I know, is free, however, prices for drinks start from 20 €. Regarding the dress code: for men it is worth avoiding shorts, t-shirts and short sleeves shirts. Women better give preference to dresses. Here is a small list from me:

• Les Caves du Roy.
• Hôtel Byblos.
• Le Vip Room.

Also in the Saint-Tropez, the concept of restaurants is common, which, with the onset of the night, gradually turn into real clubs:

• Brasserie des Arts. 5 Place des lices.
• L'Opéra. Résidence du Port.
• Le Quai. 22 Quai Jean Jaurès.

Souvenirs. What to bring as a gift

One of the brightest cities of the marine France - the Saint Path is associated with white masts of yachts, which are measured by the pier. And at all, this city is considered to be the center of the entire Cote d'Azur, or rather - secular life, which is splashing here through the edge of glasses with the most expensive champagne in the world.

Just 90 kilometers from the roasting Nice is a dream city - a dream - San Trail. Harmoniously fitting into the surrounding landscapes, here it is hardly collected by the most luxurious villas of the coast, which belong to the actors and directors, artists and composers. Yes, and just rich people who are accustomed to relax in the most fashionable place of the Cote d'Azur. St.Trops. It pleases pastel colors and a real, not a windowless luxury: so if the diamonds are on the ladies, then the very clean water, and if the clock on strong male hands is certainly swiss, expensive and elegant.

Remember the movie " Gendarme from Saint-Tropez"? Perhaps today there is little from that slightly provincial town ... It was here that in the 50s of the last century he shone on the beaches the famous Bridget Bardo, because in the city they filmed "and God created a woman" ... A stunning picture served as a great bait for tourists , and the main heroine and funny French gendarme became real symbols of this once unknown settlement.

Saint Trope. - The city of Bohemia, and that says it all. Life is leisurely here, and where can I rush if the main peaks are already subjected? Secular Rauts and Cheerful Parties, Permanent Living Place Film Star From around the world: Life, of course, succeeded!

History and modernity

Not so long ago, there was a small village in the place of today's luxury resort, the inhabitants of which were winemakers and fishermen. The name was given to her in honor of St. Tropes, and a very tragic story is connected with this. So, for faith in Christianity, Tropes's own confessions was executed. The boat with his body was flew by the sea, and she stuck it here. The body of Centurion was made by deserved honors, and in his honor, the temple was built on the shore, where he was stubborn with the world Tropes.

In the 17th century, another event occurred, which influenced the current life of the city St.Trops.: The local fleet in a heavy battle with the Spaniards won, which became brilliant. There are only four French ship opposed to twenty Spanish and forced them to a cowardly run from the shores of the Saint Road. Since then, on July 15, a cheerful holiday is noise here, which is called "Bravada", and the colorful procession necessarily passes through the city, fascinating the yawak.

It is impossible not to say that the artist of Xinyaka fields, which settled here, because of the unprecedented landscape beauties at the end of the 19th century, and gradually dragged on the coast San Trail Such connoisseurs of beautiful as Matisse, Bonnar and others.

Climate and recreation conditions

Many will say that San Trail Good at any time of the year ... But during the period between the beginning of April and the end of October here it is especially nice: the sun shines, without stopping, the sea rolls its azure waves, and the winds offer to make an exciting sea walk on one of the same yachts that Seen from anywhere in the city. The combination of sea breeze and scent scent is the fact that tourists appreciate the most. Almost all hotels and guest houses here are offered to feel French chic. Fashionable rooms with sea views, apartments with pools, as if hanging above the abyss - all this is he, stunning Saint Trope..

What to see

In addition to the beaches, restaurants and discos here you can find entertainment for every taste. So, among the most famous in the city - the embankment, where you can not only take a walk, but also look at the pictures of famous and unknown artists. He deserves the attention of the kapelving of the Annunciation, which makes a famous collection of grammon, and nearby the famous marine museum in its exposition halls. In a word, the impressions during the rest in the Saint-Tropez will always be found with interest!

Order Excursion to Saint-Tropez

Take the opportunity to contact the guide directly, because no one will answer the questions about the excursion better!

• Contact a guide to order and discuss all the details of the tour to make sure your choice is correct.

• Book a tour in advance so that the guide does not take this time to another order, and after - do find all the details.

Pastel color houses go on a picturesque embankment, along which luxury yachts lined up. And the old fortress is towers over the old town - the Citadel Saint-Tropez, where the Maritime Museum is now located. At a neat embankment, the honorable rich public walks, and the entire town gives the impression very well-kept and neat.

Saint-Tropez - a favorite place of celebrities and from around the world. The popularity of the city began with the Xinyak field at the end of the 19th century, and in the 40s and 50s of the 20th century, the city in the summer turned into a continuation of the left bank: Jougest Greco, Boris Vian, Sartre and Picasso - who was not there only ! Special fame Received the resort thanks to the sex symbol Bridget Bardo after the film "And God created a woman."

Approximately 5 km south from the city is the best - Pampelonne (Pamplon) - Long braid with snow-white sand and amazing color by sea. There are quite spacious sections of free beaches, although you have to get to them by car and pay for parking (about 6 €).

Bridget Bardo and Sasha Distel in Saint Tropez

Weather in Saint-Tropez:

Get in Saint-Tropez:

Saint-Tropez is not very conveniently located, aside from the main routes of trains and buses. No railway station, the nearest train station is located in the neighboring resort, from where in Saint-Tropez he has 7601 (ticket 3 €, about 1:15 - 1:45 on the way). So get here will have to transplants.

Beaches in Saint-Tropez:

Saint-Tropeza is a resort town where the peak tourist season falls on July and August, in the best swimming season. The city boasts one of the best on the beaches - Pamplon's sandy spit is stretched almost 5 km away. It is divided into several separate beaches, including nudist and club. Plage de Pampelonne.located about 9 km from the city center. Closer to the city there are several small beaches from sand and with pebbles, they are not so beautiful, but you can get to them on foot. There is also a stony coast with tiny bays and quiet closed beaches.

Pampelonne Beach (Pamplon) - The longest, most famous and most popular of and. This is a long braid with light sand and beautiful, amazingly azure sea. It has restaurants with their private beaches, but enough free plots.

Spit is divided into separate beaches, for example, Tahiti Beach - located on the north side of the spit. Next to the Kon-Tika restaurant (north of it) there is a nudist beach.

You can get to the beach Pamplona from Saint-Tropez by bus (7705, it goes 10 - 15 minutes from the bus station - Gare Routier, 3 flights on weekdays and 6 flights on weekends, ticket 3 €), but there will be no less than a kilometer from the stop Walk towards the sea. So the car is the best choice. Near the beach in some places there are parking (about 6 €). A taxi in this direction will cost about 20 - 30 €. Either you can stay at the Kingway resort, such as Kontiki Village, where parking is included in the house price, and the beach can be walking along the allers of palm trees.

Photo of the beach Pamplon:

Festivals in Saint-Tropez:

Les Bravades de Saint-Tropez

Les Bravades de Saint-Tropez is an annual celebration in mid-May, dedicated to the apostle Trofim and the military achievements of the city. This is one of the oldest festivals of Provence, which is held over 450 years since the inhabitants of the city received a special permit for the formation of a military garrison to protect against the attacks of Berber Pirates. During this 3-day celebration, groups of local residents, dressed in a medieval military uniform, shoot muskets, march under the sounds of drums and conduct processions with bust of St. Trofim. Many dresses traditional Provencal costumes.

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

Every year in late September, the regatta is held in the local bay. These days, many yachts, some up to 50 m long, are collected in the port.

Saint-Tropez Map:

Saint-trail in painting:

The city played a significant role in the history of modernist art. Paul Signac, who discovered this in the sun, inspired and other artists - Matisse, Pierre Bonnar and Alberta Mark - come to Saint-Tropez. Two artistic styles were born here - Pointeilism (painting points) and Formism. The city attracted many of the next-generation artists - Bernard Buffe, David Hokney, Massimo Campilli and Donald Sultan, who lived here and worked.

In the vicinity of Saint-Tropez:

Just 30 minutes by car from the glamorous Saint-Tropez - and you will find yourself in the mountainous terrain, not particularly touched by crowds of tourists, Var Department. From harsh beauty in Upper Ware to the beauties of beach resorts with their casino and magnificent nature. But Provencal motto "Give Time Time" unites such a different area into a single region.

general information

If the older generation communion has been associated with oldcual comedies about the gendarmes and a sultry blonde from the cult film, Roger Vadim, then for a modern traveler she has long become a city where you can "hunt" for celebrities and beautifully pull out some extra thousand euros.

Saint-Tropeka is not from the category of resorts that fight their own magnificence of 365 days a year, so in order to truly penetrate the spirit of the azure coast, it is necessary to go here in the midst of the season. Already in September, the concentration of Instagram Paphos and Glamor on the local streets is reduced, and the rows of snow-white yachts at the berths are steadily radically.

Saint-Tropez, despite the tiny sizes, - the resort with an emphasized atmosphere. Moreover, from all the cities of the French Riviera, it is the Saint-Tropez, it is considered the most part of the rest - dozens of closed beach clubs and VIP-disc proof.

Even against the background of the most expensive resorts of the Cote d'Azur Saint-Tropez looks like a place where a premium-class banknote is better not to appear. In fact, all this is no more than competently built by the tourist business image. Olive cuisine, transparent warm sea and cozy wild beaches - all this luxury is available to any guest of the French Riviera, able to scrape money for the night in a local hotel.

Story Saint-Trope

The formal age of the Saint-Tropez is calculated by millennia, but the place has received its modern name in the first century BC. e. According to the legend, his resort gave the Saint Torpis (he was the tropis). Allegedly a boat with the body of this righteous nailed to the shores then to anyone who is not a well-known village that locals were regarded as a symbol of chosenness and further prosperity. However, to bring their fruits "The phenomenon of the Holy" beginning only at the end of the XIX century - it was at that time the Primorsky settlement chose to rest Neo-Impressionist Paul Signac, who pulled a few more representatives of French bohemians here.

At the beginning of the 20th century, rumors about the excellent climate of the Saint-Tropez reached the Paris fashion designers. As a result, in the interval between the 20-30s on the local beaches, the designer Elsa Skiaparelli and an unforgettable Coco Chanel were played out. And yet to unwind the Saint-Tropez to the level of the major resort, only the Cinema of the 50s was succeeded. After the winding streets of the city lit up in "and God created a woman" and "gendarme from Saint-Tropez", a modest tourist handor in this part of the Cote d'Azur coast transformed into an inexhaustible booming flow. Actually, thanks to the money of the creative elite, as well as numerous alert-bloggers today's Saint-Tropez and exists, having dramatically changed the status of an authentic Provencal settlement to the proud title of "Pearls of the Azure Coast" and growing a serious for a tiny city (the commune population is about 5,000 people) infrastructure.

Climate and weather

Saint-Tropez is a classic Mediterranean resort with a high season, lasting since May to September. Summer here is not hot - the thermometer is rarely moving for +25 ° C, which does not interfere with the sun to warm the water into the sea to +24 ° C.

At the autumn holiday in the Saint-Trail its advantages: on the beaches and in the clubs there is no longer the opposite, which is inherent in the July-August peak, in connection with which the transport flow on the approaches to the commune is noticeably radically. Antibonuses attached to the autumn round - rainy weather and easy cooling. The average air temperature for October-November is +18 ... + 21 ° C.

Winter in the favorite city of Xinyaka fields soft and impersonal - during the day from +11 to +13 ° C. But since it does not cost completely without precipitation in the winter Saint-Tropez, prepare for such an unpleasant phenomenon like the January-February rain.

Sightseeing Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez - the resort, sharpened under simple (not confused with cheap) pleasure, so truly cultural and historical attractions here are not enough. In addition, over the past decades, the city has decently changed that they immediately hurried to celebrate picky travelers. So, the Saint-Tropez was accused of losing the originality and Provencal color, which melted the filmmakers of the 20th century. In addition, local institutions are often reproached in an excessive ridiculousness that does not bind to the aristocratic appearance of the azure coast.

Nevertheless, the number of those who want to relax in one of the most expensive cities of the French riviera does not decrease. Business elite and Hollywood bond go here to hide from the annoying eye of the paparazzi and face yachts. Travel-bloggers - to pose against the background of other people's yachts and "Maserati" to put the photos in their insta profile. The middle class is to feel the atmosphere of the notorious "Dolce Vita", to pose a retro-cinema and stretch into luxury clubs.

As for the cultural program, in the Saint-Tropez, you can wander along the old part of the city, wherever the house is a small legend. The top of the local Must-See also includes the building of the XVI century chapel NOTRE-Dame de L'Annonciade, in whose halls there is a gallery of postimipressionists who lived and worked around the commune in the surrounding area. Continuing the theme of old churches, it is pleasant to sit in the shadow of the walls of Capella Saint Anne (Chapelle Sainte-Anne) or lay on the interior of the main sanctuary of the resort - the Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God (Eglise Notre-Dame de L "Asscial).

Funny selfie are obtained against the background of the Citadel Saint-Tropez, which in the XVI century helped the defenders of the city to give from the gate to turn the Spanish conquerors. By the way, with the fortress there is a maritime museum, where you can find out more to find out about the history of the resort. The charming views and the ever-rest atmosphere offers an old Cimetiere Marin cemetery. Monumental marble tombstones, under which the entire dynasty of local sailors are indoorated, as if soaring over the sea stroke, symbolizing the fleet of earthly life.

If you want more positive pleasures, look at the house of butterflies (La Maison des Papillons). Fans of French cinema is strongly recommended to be wrapped on Place Blanqui, where the building of the gendarmerie (yes - yes, then, from the comedy with de Fühnes). Now it has a museum, the exposition of which not only covers the life of the order of the order of order, but also demonstrate the personal belongings of the magnificent beb (Brick Bardo). There is a few galleries of contemporary art in the city, in which surreal, and sometimes striking the exhibits affecting their ambiguity. Of the non-trivial urban objects, the Spiral Fountain, created in 2007, the sculptor Jean-Yveshe Leshevali, is also located.

Note: To move between the resort locations, the vehicle is not needed. Saint-Tropez with all its attractions is easy to walk on foot, and because of the compactness of the commune, the excursion will not be exhaustive-tedious. The only thing is to take care of comfortable shoes in a flat run. The city's streets have cool descents, in addition, the Mediterranean blocks under their feet are destructive for heels and wedges.

It is possible to look at the world's world celebrities, and with a successful coincidence and capture the goded star on a smartphone camera in the port of Saint-Tropez. Mooring snow-white yachts, walking along the seafront creative bond, street artists with their canvases, in which 9 out of 10 cases depicts a favorite Saint-Tropez or "Home Blonde France", - All this vanity fair is considered hardly the main resort attraction and Decent of the most detailed inspection.

Excursions, Entertainment, Holidays

If the most glamorous resorts of the French Riviera are crying along and across, start expanding the horizon in the neighboring communes. For example, in Ramatyuel, winding medieval streets, the remains of ancient fortifications and the grave of Gerard Philip are provided at the disposal of tourist brethren. The same medieval ruins, including castles, chapels and the Romanesque Cathedral, will be depicted in the grima. You can break away in the full program in Saint Maxim, whose beaches will make a good competition with a rained Pampelon.

Those who did not sail in the Saint-Trail on their own yacht, the organizers of the excursions offer an alternative - mini cruises on a leased ship to the closest islands (with or without a guide), as well as sea walks in the nearby bays. It is necessary to join the nightlife of the city, especially since the owners of resort clubs and kabakov virtuoso adapted to the most incredible wishes of the clientele.

From the Mastodonts of the local business of entertainment, it is especially to highlight the clubs "Les Caves du Roy" (expensive cocktails, strictest face control and almost one hundred percent probability to face some "face cover") and "VIP room" (atmosphere of rampant fun for those Who does not consider money). If it is necessary to lower the degree of pathos, which in the above-mentioned establishments shrinks, take off the "Le Pigeonnier", which prefers the indigenous clabber.

Well, of course, what kind of s-trail without holidays! Starting from September, the resort falls under the influence of festival exhibition turmoil, which lasts almost all of autumn. The festive season of the Gold Cup on Water Polo Competitions, transmitting the relay of the sailing regatta. Paradis Porsche parade starts in about mid-October, collecting crowds of the most loyal fans of the automotive brand.

Beaches Saint-Tropez

Good news: Unlike Cannes, there are sand on the beaches of Saint-Tropez. Not very good news: the coastline in the city feature there are rocky-pebble plots, so you will have to spend the slippers. If we are talking about a party, then in the Saint-Tropez, it reaches its peak on the beaches and in the bars adjacent to him - sometimes too pathetic, sometimes frankly bohemian. These are the places where you with the highest possible probability will be stumbled upon a stewed star or oligarch from the Forbes list, which has just parked the marina from the wharf his own yacht.

Pampelon remains the most glossy and illustrative beach of the resort - almost a five-kilometer line, which was flooded with entertainment institutions of all the masters, including the raced "Le Club 55". Formally, Pampelon refers to the neighboring commune Ramatuel, but tourists have long been labeled him as a landmark of Saint-Tropez. So if you came to the resort to look at the sunsets that are walking in the symbolic swimsuits of models and dance on the bar racks - you are on the northern side of Pampelon. By the way, the beach is divided into five sections, some of which belongs to VIP clubs and hotels with a paid entrance. At the same time, places for the adepts of economical recreation and wild sites here too.

Lifehak for holidaymakers: for a sun bed and an umbrella on Pampelone better pay. There is practically no natural shadow on the beach, and in the season it can be burned to the level of Papuas. In addition, if you came to relax on cars, consider that most beach parking lots are paid.

As for swimming places within the city, they are surprisingly a bit. For example, in the overdose of glamor and cocktails, it is better to go to the Beach Grandia (the bay is right for the Citadel). The infrastructure on it is modest than Pampelonovskaya, instead of soft sand under the legs - pebbles, but noise and unfastened fun here are several times less. Walking around the old town, look at ponch that in the fishing quarter. This is a miniature hybrid of a tiny rocky beach and the embankment, according to which travelers with mirrors are blocked.

It is possible to get a shock dose of ultraviolet for the Ultraviolet's impact dose (a landmark of the villa "The Greatest Blondes of All Times", unforgettable B. B.). The advantages of the beach are that its territory has "Kaima" from the Mediterranean pines, respectively, the holidaymakers have the opportunity to get into the shadows and save on the rental of the umbrella. By the way, the locals prefer to relax exactly on Kanebier. If the pebbles under his feet began to annoy, but there is no desire to travel beyond the resort, the Beach Buyabes will help - about 500 meters of the soft Sand straight for the port, on the road from the Saint-Tropez.

The Council is a rest: swimming off the coast of the Saint-Tropez, it is easy to get a "kiss" of jellyfish, so do not demonstrate your own delete and do not swim for the bugs.

Where to stay

At the height of the season, the price of housing in the Saint-Tropez is sharply taken by, so to afford the night in not the most promoted "four" will only work out if you are ready to lay out 20,000 rubles for it. A more acceptable alternative - hotels without stars or modest (if such a word is generally applicable regarding the hotels of the French Riviera) - "DVY". A room for two with one bed in such places will cost 8000 - 13,000 rubles, which is considered a sufficiently modest option for a high season.

Food

At the resort in the priority of dishes of olive and Mediterranean cuisines. If you have not had time to evaluate the extraordinary taste of buuabes, the exquisite piquancy of the salad Mesklan and the gentle aftertaste of the olive-anchovic paste of Tapenada - do it in the Saint-Tropez. The famous Ratatoux can also be attributed to the local classics of the genre. The initial recipe on the azure coast was adapted to their own tastes, so in the menu of the resort Harchevien dish it is found under the code name "Tian Provencal". Peach Kramble, meat Raga Provence and omelet with truffles are also required for tasting.

A lot of establishments with local cuisine are open to the Saint-Tropez, as well as Asian cafes, so if you want to get an extraordinary design and feeding of a dish, welcome to "La Vague d" Or ", whose chef is awarded for three Michelin stars. In" Le Bikini "and" Restaurant Le G "Envie" Menu is simpler, although the basic culinary business cards of Provence are also sold in them. In addition, the portion in small restaurants is usually not a generous resort, and the service is at the highest level. The fans of Italian delicacies are wiserfully booking a table in La Part Des anges or to Clandestino Saint Tropez, and who bought in Thai Tom-pit - settle in "My Thai" or "Le Jardin".

Hunters for truly Provencal gastronomic delights will be interested in stroll through the local product market, unfolding its tents for three days a week on the de Lis square. Fragrant cheeses, freshest seafood, hardly blasting fruits and spicy sausages - all this yummy here in excess. As for prices, they are in the Saint-Tropez, as in any city of the azure coast, not very attractive. At the height of the season, a modest comprehensive lunch without alcohol in the Harchevna of the Middle Hand pulls on 20-25 euros (about 1500-1900 rubles). In Michelin restaurants, you can "penetrate" by 250-300 euros (about 19,000 - 20,000 rubles), although, according to the standards of the Saint-Tropez, and this is not the limit.

Shopping

The range of local boutiques and shopkeepers hints at the fact that with money on the French Riviera, it is easy to part easily and without regret. However, the Saint-Tropez is not an eastern bazaar with thorough sellers, so shopping excursions in order to "just see" here are easy and pleasant. Start a shopping tour with the central square of the city, where in addition to the grocery market, periodically unfold tents of the traders rarity. If you need a handbag from first Chanel collections or an old porcelain bauble - Welcome!

It is useful to know: wait for big discounts from the Saint-Tropez, although in the last week of October the city is a little fever from the annual sales of La Grande Braderie, when the prices for brand things fall almost twice.

The overwhelming majority of boutiques and showrooms in the Saint-Tropez are located in the central part of the resort or along the embankments and intersperses with stylish cafes in which you can take a pleasant time out and drink a successful purchase of a cup of coffee. If you did not have time to get raised with sunglasses and trendy swimsuit, plug in Pop-Ust Cenel or, as they like to call it the owners themselves, the ephemeral boutique, whose collections are 90% consist of beachwear and attributes.

The strong half of humanity is strongly recommended to visit Maison Blanc Bleu, mentioned in each second guide to the resort. An option for famous aesthetes is the jewelry stands of the Gas Andre salon, where the eyes are blind from the abundance of precious metals and stones. It is not ashamed to celebrate the world couture from Louis Vuitton to Dolce & Gabbana at the showcases from Louis Vuitton, as well as a couple of leather sandwicheels from the Italian brand Les Tropeziennes.

From modest souvenirs are required to consider baubles with gendarme symbolism. There is no desire to get out for jewelry and clothes "from Kutuur"? Furiate the magnets on the refrigerator or covers on the iPhone with the image of Louis de Funes in the image of an unforgettable gendarme from the Saint-Tropez!

7 things you need to do in the Saint-Tropez

• To break into one of the elite topless sectors of the beach Pampelon to evaluate the size of the "natural wealth" of Hollywood celebrities and world models (not the fact that they will be allowed, but it is worth trying).
• Wander at Marina's berths and wake up the fantasy yacht owners giving their own property to such an extraordinary names. At the same time, it is possible to google to whom the ship owns to know who from celebrities is resting at the resort with you.
• Enjoy the famous "La Tart Tropean", the genuine recipe of which French chephs hide from other confectioners of the world.
• Fogly on the embankment of the city port and find the actor in the tourist flow in the gendarma costume from the comedies with Louis de Fühnes (it is exactly somewhere here).
• Buy a couple of Sandali-Tropesyenok, in which even the Fashion Guru is not shy on the azure coast.
• Wander around the villa Brick Barddo and evaluate the range of boutique opened by the main French blonde in the Saint-Tropez.
• Find 10 differences between the Place Des Lices Signak Picture and the Main City Square.

How to get

Saint-Tropez, from the point of view of fans of public transport, is not the most convenient resort. Rail branches here do not reach due to the features of the relief, and the number of buses licking in the monastery of glamorous teachrs is very small. Nevertheless, get into the Saint-Tropez, without having your own yacht or sports car, quite real.

The easiest and most expensive way is to rent a taxi in Nice. The distance between cities is a little less than 100 km. A more pleasant option for the wallet - buses from Saint-Rafael (to pre-arrive at the city, all of the same Nice) and Toulon (the city is connected intensive railway communications with Marseil). By the way, consider that at the height of the season, the trip on the vehicle turns into a protracted and not too pleasant marathon due to giant traffic jams, which in this part of the azure coast - the norm.

A taxi alternative and buses - mini-ferries from Saint-Rafael, Grima and Saint-Maxim, or a high-speed boat from Nice with an entrance to Cannes, Antibes, Saint-Rafael and Saint Maxim. True, get acquainted with the schedule of water transportation will have to be in advance. This in the high season of ferries between the communes will hardly disappear every hour. By autumn, their stream slows down and pauses between routes become increasingly long, stretching sometimes for a week.