GRIMAUD
MEDIEVAL VILLAGE
An authentic Provençal village
Grimaud‘s foundations were laid in Gallo-Roman times. It combines the charms of Provence and the Côte d’Azur.
From the crystal-clear waters of the seafront to the heart of the countryside, the village spreads out its charming hamlets and neighbourhoods, like a mosaic bursting with colour.
The village has preserved the authentic character of an ancient Provençal village, with a rich heritage and a medieval atmosphere: stone houses with red-tiled roofs, flower-filled lanes and its famous chateau, a symbol of power that has dominated the fertile plain since at least the 11th century.
A rich architectural heritage
As you stroll through the village, you’ll discover historical treasures, such as the emblematic Rue des Templiers, with its 15th- and 19th-century stone arcades, once the main street. Or the Place Neuve, with its fountain fed from a spring several kilometres away and carried by an aqueduct, of which the remains of the Pont des Fées can still be seen.
Nearby, the beautiful Provencal Romanesque Church of Saint-Michel, built in the late 12th century, with its bell tower and sacristy, holds centuries of history, beliefs and secrets. It was the first church built in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, and now hosts classical music concerts during the Soirées musicales.
Finally, don’t miss the Moulin Saint-Roch, one of the village’s four windmills.
THE LITTLE VENICE OF PROVENCE
A step back in time and from the land to the sea.
Let’s discover the other side of the village: the internationally renowned lakeside town of Port Grimaud.
Nicknamed the “Little Venice of Provence”, this village on the water is made up of colourful fishermen’s houses and canals with Venetian charm.
Prized for its gentle way of life, it offers relaxing moments, such as a boat trip through a kingdom of colour or a stroll along the canals and its curiosities, such as the Camargue-inspired Church of Saint-Francis of Assissi and its stained-glass windows by Vasarely.
DISCOVERING THE VARS COASTLINE
In the Maures mountains, dipping gently towards the Mediterranean shore, lovers of the ocean will find nothing but wonder.
From Port Grimaud to Pointe Alègre, opposite Saint-Tropez, there are no fewer than eight easily accessible beaches, where you can relax, sunbathe and swim to your heart’s content.
The coastal path is a great way to explore on foot or by bike, and takes you from Saint-Tropez to Sainte-Maxime. There are 92 km of cycle paths! In the coves, you’ll discover secret bathing spots and unique viewpoints.
In every season, Grimaud offers a full range of activities, with sports and water sports, not forgetting its two golf courses, the fully synthetic Golf Up and the magnificent Golf de Beauvallon with its breathtaking sea views.
Grimaud is also known for its Provencal markets, its many cultural and traditional events and, of course, its gourmet traditions. Discover the wonderful Provencal cuisine with all its flavours, from aperitifs to savoury and sweet specialties.