Cavalaire-Sur-Mer: Coast, Trails and Culture

When looking for a hotel in Cavalaire-Sur-Mer, you can plan your trip around the activities that interest you: beaches and landscapes, hiking, cycling, culture or diving. At Plage de Bonporteau, the bay and vegetation take centre stage; on the Sentiers de la Corniche des Maures, route length and views are key points to consider.

Beaches and hiking trails

Plage de Bonporteau is a wide bay bordered by rocks and fine sand. Wild-growing eucalyptus trees, tamarisks and Washingtonia palms shape the landscape. The Sentiers de la Corniche des Maures also start here. This makes the bay relevant both as a coastal setting and as the named starting point for these trails.

The Sentiers de la Corniche des Maures offer an 8-kilometre route suitable for hiking or trail running, as well as a shorter 3-kilometre option. These two distances give you a practical comparison for planning: you can choose the longer route or consider the shorter option. The trails offer views of the islands, Cap Lardier and the Massif des Maures. The area’s diverse Mediterranean flora and fauna are also part of the character of these trails.

Another route is the Sentier du Fenouillet. It is signposted and can be walked independently. Seasonal restrictions on access to the forest may apply, so check before your visit whether access will be possible on your planned date.

Cycling in Cavalaire-Sur-Mer

The Parcours Cyclable du Littoral has a 5-kilometre section within Cavalaire-Sur-Mer. This includes existing independent sections and bidirectional shared sections. The different route types provide distinct points of reference for planning your ride, without requiring the entire section to be described as uniform.

A separate 1.6-kilometre section runs from the junction of Route du Pont du Fenouillet (D559) and the road towards Hameau du Dattier to Rond-point d’Arménie. The two named endpoints distinguish this section from the stated total length of the Parcours. Check local roadworks and access conditions before setting out.

Archaeology, exhibitions and a festival

Archaeological exhibitions showcase the Montjean site, which dates from the Iron Age. This provides a specific historical focus alongside the landscape and outdoor activities. A year-round exhibition space is located in the former Gare de Cavalaire. The old railway station and the displays about the Montjean site are two distinct cultural points of interest to consider when planning your trip.

The Fête de la St Pierre adds another distinctive feature: the festival includes processions through the town and on the sea, as well as Provençal songs and dances. If you would like to plan your stay around this event, check the dates before your trip.

Wrecks as dive sites

The Cavalaire dive area includes 12 wrecks used as dive sites. This provides a distinct focus for visitors interested in diving, alongside activities on land. Beaches, hiking trails and cycling routes can be considered in terms of their respective landscapes, lengths and activities; the wrecks offer a clearly distinct diving attraction.

Discover more destinations: Carnoules, La Valette-Du-Var, Baudinard-Sur-Verdon, Claviers, Draguignan, Le Beausset, Signes, Les Adrets-De-L'estérel

For the regional travel overview: Var.