France > France regions > Provence > Var > (Cote d'Azur) > Saint Cyr sur Mer
Saint Cyr sur Mer
Saint Cyr sur Mer is on the Cote d'Azur, north-west of Bandol and Sanary-sur-Mer.
Originally several villages that have now 'merged' into one town, Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer comprises several different points of interest for the visitor. Hence the ports of Les Lecques and La Madrague are considered part of the community. Les Lecques is also the region with the main beach resort.
The coastal setting for Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer is very attractive, backed by a mix of pine forests and vineyards. It is a pleasant town with an interesting selection of highlights, including some Roman ruins displayed at the Museum of Tauroentum (showing the vestiges of a Roman villa) in Les Lecques. The mosaics are the highlight of a visit.
Perhaps the most curious highlight is found in Place Portalis - the 'mini Statue of Liberty', which is an exact replica of the New York statue, but smaller and coated in gold. It was made by the same sculptor as the original, Bartholdi.
There is an attractive path along the coast that runs from La Madrague in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer and on to Bandol, and a shorter marked walk also from La Madrague which takes you through the vineyards and countryside.
The sandy beach in Les Lecques is of course a hive of activity in summer, with many nautical activities available (although there is a parking charge to visit). (Note - some of the other beaches in the vicinity are pebbles rather than sand).
One nearby coastal highlight is the Calanque of Port d'Alon (although access is limited in the summer).
Saint Cyr sur Mer: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
|
|
PLAN A VISIT TO SAINT CYR SUR MERHotels Saint Cyr sur Mer
Holiday rentals / travel Property for sale Saint Cyr sur Mer PLACES TO VISIT NEAR SAINT CYR SUR MER
|
|
Map of Saint Cyr sur Mer, France |
Places to visit - Saint Cyr sur Mer
Explore places within about 70 kilometres on a map at Visit Saint Cyr sur Mer.
Some of the closer places are listed below (distances from Saint Cyr sur Mer are approximate and direct - as the crow flies. Only places listed on the france this way site are shown!)
- Aubagne Marcel Pagnol birthplace at 20 km
- Bandol French Riviera port town at 7 km
- Cassis harbour town at 19 km
- Ollioules Recommended stopover town at 16 km
- Sanary-sur-Mer French Riviera resort at 12 km
- Toulon French Riviera resort at 25 km
- See also Saint Cyr sur Mer (version Francais)
Tourist Classifications for Saint Cyr sur Mer
- Listed as "Plus Beaux Detour" town in France (ie recommended stopover place)
Information and photos
This travel guide has information, holidays and photos of Saint Cyr sur Mer when available. If you have any photos or relevant information please send them to us! Full credit will be given if they are used.