Auribeau-Sur-Siagne: Village History and Nature

Auribeau-sur-Siagne is a village perched on a hill between the Frayère and the Siagne rivers. The medieval rocky hill and the defensive gateways of the old village give its history a visible connection to the place. When planning your stay, you can consider village history, hikes and riverside scenery as distinct highlights.

Old Village and Historic Sites

The old village preserves two defensive gateways: Soutran and Soubran. The Portail Soubran is a fortified gate made of dressed stone dating from the 16th century, providing access to the old village. The parish church is also part of the area's history: it was built between 1717 and 1722. The buildings and gates offer tangible points of reference for exploring the historical side of Auribeau-sur-Siagne.

Another historic site is the Notre-Dame-de-Valcluse sanctuary, a place of pilgrimage since the 12th century. It lies in a shady setting beside the Saint-Antoine River and has a picnic area. The two settings have distinct characters: the gates and church take centre stage in the old village, while the riverside location and shady surroundings shape the impression at the sanctuary.

Heights, Rivers and Hikes

The Forêt de Peygros is a private forest. Its summit is home to a Celtic-Ligurian oppidum, with views stretching across the Tanneron Massif, the Préalpes de Grasse, the Siagne Valley and the sea. The GR 51, also known as the Balcons de la Côte d’Azur, crosses the forest. The private forest provides the setting for the summit oppidum, the panorama and the GR 51 trail that runs through it.

There are walks along the Siagne, with shady stretches of riverbank. The named tributaries include the Frayère d’Auribeau and the Vallon du Vivier. Hiking, fishing and swimming are also outdoor activities in Auribeau-sur-Siagne. When planning your trip, you can distinguish between views from the hilltop, trails through the landscape and riverside paths.

Two hikes have different details. The easy Circuit de l’Apier starts and ends at the Place Léon Mallet car park in Auribeau-sur-Siagne. Les Balcons de la Siagne is a semi-urban hike that starts in the village; it is 8.5 kilometres long, rated moderate and estimated to take 3 hours and 30 minutes. For this route, the distance, difficulty and time frame are specified, while for the Circuit de l’Apier, the main points of reference are its easy rating and the fact that it starts and ends at the same car park.

Crafts, Leisure and Events

SAS Le Cirier invites visitors to discover handmade scented candles at a candle-making workshop founded in 1979. Check the latest visitor arrangements in advance. For families, Le Pré des Pitchouns is a leisure park with mini golf, a recreation area, pétanque courts, table tennis and table football. At a small farm, children can learn about life on a farm.

Events are also held over several months: Auribeau sur scène takes place every year in June, the Festival de théâtre every year in July, and the Fête du Patrimoine every year in August. If you would like to plan your trip around one of these dates, check the specific event dates in advance.

At the foot of Auribeau-sur-Siagne is the Moulin du Sault, a restaurant in a fully renovated 15th-century oil mill. Opening hours and menus may change, so check the latest information before planning a visit.

Plan Your Stay Around Your Interests

When looking for a hotel in Auribeau-Sur-Siagne, you can first consider which focus best suits your trip: the gates and architectural history of the old village, the hikes and viewpoints mentioned here, or a stay timed to summer events. The area's features offer different starting points, without requiring every traveller to focus on the same part of the village.

Discover more destinations: Saint-Mandrier-Sur-Mer, Trigance, La Roquebrussanne, Callas, Saint-Tropez, La Crau, Besse-Sur-Issole, Carnoules.

For the broader travel overview: Var.