Cavalaire

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Cavalaire–sur-Mer, the most southerly bay of coastal Var, is famed for its glorious beach, a magnificent 3 kilometre stretch, framed by cap Cavalaire to the west and cap Lardier to the east with the Pradels mountains behind. It is a popular family resort with a big marina, a popular sheltered mooring, accommodating over 1000 boats.

History

Cavalaire was a Roman settlement, and excavations have revealed evidence of several sites including what was once a grand villa, near to the beach, dating from the 1st century BC. The beach was also an important location for the Allied landings, when the 3rd division of the American infantry disembarked here on August 15th 1944.

Nature Reserve

Beyond the beach of Cavalaire the coastal footpath can be followed to Cap Camarat through a nature reserve sheltering Mediterranean animal life and flora, a walk best enjoyed in the more gentle weather of spring and autumn.

Markets and Festivals

Every Wednesday in Cavalaire there is a lively market on place Jean Moulin, which offers a huge variety of regional produce, with honey from the forest, olives, olive oil, locally made saucisson and of course the local rosé wine. Every Wednesday in Cavalaire there is a lively market on place Jean ere are good shops and lots of cafes, and outdoor concerts staged throughout the summer months.

Holiday Accommodation around Cavalaire

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Other Towns around Cavalaire

Now visit the Town Guides for some other interesting places just a few miles from Cavalaire, such as Aups, Bandol, Bormes-Les-Mimosas, Cavalaire, Draguignan, Fayence, Frejus, Gassin, Grimaud, Hyeres, Le Lavandou, Le Rayol-Canadel, Port Grimaud, Salernes, Sanary-sur-Mer, St Maxime, St Tropez, Toulon,