Tourism in Saint-Tropez
La Bastide des Salins on the Côte d’Azur
Just five minutes from the charming beach of Salins, tucked away in a little cove sheltered from the wind, and less than four kilometres from the famous town of Saint-Tropez, La Bastide des Salins welcomes guests in an ideal environment for walks, lazing and tourist activities along the Côte d’Azur.
An ideal starting point to immerse yourself in the life of Saint-Tropez, with its terroir, its culture and its exceptional heritage, not to forget the major events and gatherings that are regularly held in this small fishing port, such as the Voiles de Saint-Tropez regatta. Saint-Tropez has many facets to be explored, including nature, heritage and its special art of living. Make sure you don’t miss the market held every Tuesday and Saturday to soak up the town’s buzzing atmosphere.
Wine tours
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez celebrates the art of living and epicureanism. Near to the beach of La Moutte, La Ferme des Lices, the only private wine estate in the town of Saint-Tropez, is a charming estate with elegant wines. You can reach it on bicycle from La Bastide des Salins.
In the heart of the valley of Les Baux-de-Provence, the Château d'Estoublon stands majestically, surrounded by greenery, vineyards and olive groves. You can take a guided tour to learn about the history and know-how of this estate, which has been nurturing tradition since 1484. The tour ends with a tasting of delicacies produced by organic farming methods, including olive oils and wines.
You can also discover the vineyards of the Côte d’Azur through wine tourism routes and guided tours in the heart of the Côtes de Provence appellation. Accompanied by wine experts, set off to meet wine growers who are passionate about their work and will be more than happy to share their knowledge with you.
Nature and environment
From La Bastide des Salins, make your way to the Sentier du Littoral, a famous round hiking trail that offers a chance to discover the Bay of Canebiers, as well as the beaches of La Moutte and Salins, and enjoy the splendid landscapes with stunning panoramic views of the coast. A very pleasant way to get some fresh sea air and a change of scenery.
Heritage
The Citadel of Saint-Tropez is an excellent vantage point to enjoy magnificent views of the bay below.
Make the most of your stay at La Bastide des Salins to explore the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and discover the charming little villages of the Côte d’Azur, including their little markets filled with the scents of Provence: Ramatuelle between the coast and vineyards, with the famous beaches of Pampelonne; Gassin, a medieval village with narrow paved streets perched at the top of a steep hill, surrounded by nature; La Croix-Valmer, a verdant, idyllic spot on the coast by the beach of Gigaro with its clear waters; and Le Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, nestled among woods of cork oak, heather and mimosas, which extends right down to the sea… The gulf of Saint-Tropez offers a wealth of places to discover.
