La Londe-Les-Maures: Beaches, Nature and History

La Londe-Les-Maures offers plenty of reasons to visit: almost three kilometres of sandy beaches, protected natural areas, coastal paths and historic sites. From the beaches, you can look out towards Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Levant. When planning your hotel stay, you can decide whether to focus on the coast, nature, wildlife watching or cultural history.

Beaches and Underwater World

The sandy beaches of La Londe-Les-Maures stretch for almost three kilometres. Views extend to the islands of Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Levant. The Jardin des Mattes underwater discovery trail offers a different perspective on the coast: it runs from 0 to 4 metres deep and includes seagrass meadows with Posidonia and Cymodocea, as well as rocks, sand and pebbles. These habitats are home to numerous fish, molluscs, crustaceans and starfish.

From June to September, you can explore the trail independently and free of charge by following the numbered buoys. Guided tours are offered through the tourist office. Dates may change, so check them in advance if you are planning a tour.

Nature and Wildlife

The Espace Naturel Sensible de la Brûlade lies in the heart of La Londe-Les-Maures and covers more than 6 hectares of protected nature. The Jardin des Oliviers offers a different focus: this public park is open year-round free of charge and is known for its centuries-old olive trees. Free open-air concerts are held there every Tuesday in July and August. The programme is seasonal and may change. If you would like to combine your visit with a concert, check the dates in advance.

At the Jardin Zoologique Tropical, visitors can see lemurs, squirrel monkeys, African land tortoises and meerkats; there is also a mini-farm. A 1,300-metre circuit leads through the arboretum. At certain times, animal keepers offer animal-feeding sessions. Children can take part in a treasure hunt with a changing theme; there is also a picnic area and a play area.

Trails and History

The Sentier du littoral: L’Argentière / Fort de Brégançon begins at the eastern end of L’Argentière beach. Its yellow markings lead past the beaches of Pellegrin and Estagnol and continue towards Fort de Brégançon.

To reach the Dolmen de Gaoutabry, drive via the D88, then continue on foot along a 2.3-kilometre route with an elevation gain of 150 metres. The route is marked in blue, and free parking is available. Access may be restricted in accordance with the seasonal forest fire prevention plan. Check for possible access restrictions before your visit.

The dolmen is a collective tomb that was used at the end of the Neolithic period (2800 BC) and the beginning of the Copper Age (2000 BC). It was discovered in 1876 and has been listed in the inventory of historic monuments since 1988. The gallery of the Mines de l’Argentière preserves remains of modern-day use as well as traces from before the 17th century; the latter are probably medieval.

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For the main travel overview: Var.