Les Pays de la Provence Verte!
The Pays de la Provence Verte is an intercommunal grouping of 39 communes in the Var. This important grouping of the Var’s high villages is the fruit of a network of solidarity, enabling the communities to live in dignity, honoring their local traditions, nature and Provencal culture.
Thanks to its strong symbolism (sun, vacations, conviviality, nature of the hinterland), “Les Pays de la Provence Verte” has earned the appellation of “Unexpected Provence”.
It now comprises four communities of communes: Comté de Provence, Saint-Baume-Mont-Aurélien, Val d’Issole and Provence Verdon.
Provence County
The Comté de Provence, located in the heart of the region, was formed in 2002 and today comprises a number of communes you’ve probably already heard of.
The head office of this community of communes is located in the center of the authentic village of Brignoles, about 1 hour from the Gien peninsulas. At the same time, you’ll have the chance to discover many of the surrounding towns, each as enriching as the next.
Historic centers, enchanting landscapes and local traditions to visit in the few remote places in the heart of Provence :
- Carcès,
- Camps-la-source,
- La Celle, in Châteauvert,
- Correns,
- Cotignac
- Entrecasteaux.
- Montfort-sur-Argens
- Tourves
- Le Val
- Vins-sur-Caramy
The communes of the Comté de Provence are packed with activities to please young and old alike.
Sainte-Baume -Mont-Aurélien
The Sainte-Baume-Mont-Aurélien intercommunality, located in the west of the region, joined the other three communities of communes in Provence Verte, in 2017.
The head office is located between majestic forests at Saint-Maximim-La-Sainte-Baume, around 1h15 and 70km from our partner campsites: Camping International, Camping Clair de Lune and Camping Île d’Or.
If you’re looking for something new, quiet and, above all, a change of scenery, you’ll have the opportunity to discover some of Provence’s most remote corners, thanks to nearby communes such as :
- Arm
- Nans-les-Pins
- Ollières
- Plan-d’Aups-Sainte-Baume
- Pourcieux
- Pourrières
- Rougiers
The communes of Sainte-Baume-Mont-Aurélien are overflowing with forest, vineyards and massifs, offering numerous hikes and diversified activities around countless estates. At certain times of the year, don’t miss the chestnut festival or the harvest from local producers.
Val d’Issole
The Val d’Issole, located in the south of the Provence region, was formed in 2017. It is made up of authentic villages that seek to highlight their local tradition and culture.
The head office, just a 52-minute drive from the Presqu’île de Giens, is located in the commune of La Roquebrussanne. This and the surrounding villages are true local treasures, whether in terms of hiking, cultural sites or Provencal markets.
There are many activities to enjoy in the authentic villages around La Roquebrussanne:
- Forcalqueiret
- Garéoult
- Mazaugues
- Méounes-lès-Montrieux
- Neoules
- Rocbaron
- Sainte-Anastasie-sur-Issole
La Provence Verdon
Provence Verdon, formed in 2014, is a place known to many. It’s this inescapable Sainte-Croix lake and its extraordinary scenery, which attracts visitors from the four corners of France every summer.
Located in northern Provence, this community of communes has its headquarters in Varages. Not a very popular place, but well worth a visit.
On the outskirts of this picturesque village, you will discover many of the region’s typical spots:
- Artigues
- Barjols
- Brue-Auriac
- Esparron
- Fox-Amphoux
- Ginasservis
- Montmeyan
- Pontevès
- Rians
- Saint-Julien
- Saint-Martin
- Seillons-Source-d’Argens
- Taverns
- La Verdière
An ideal spot for anyone seeking authenticity, tradition and local culture, just 80km from Giens.
As you can see, many unusual destinations are located just a few kilometers from the Presqu’île de Giens.
This is your chance to discover these remote areas for a weekend or longer, at one of Hyères’ campsites.
Enjoy a stay at one of our campsites in Hyères!
During your vacation in the South of France, you can stay at one of our three partner campsites in Hyères: Camping International, Camping Clair de Lune and Camping Île d’Or.
The three campsites have totally different characteristics and atmospheres. In fact, Camping International caters more to sporty types attracted by the thrill of the action.
Camping Clair de Lune is designed for couples who prefer relaxation and calm in an intimate setting.
As for Camping Île d’Or, most of its guests are families, who enjoy the local culture and activities close to where they are staying.
You’ll be able to explore the Pays de La Provence Verte, visit the four communities of communes mentioned above, and enjoy both the Côte d’Azur and the Provencal hinterland.