{"id":1169,"date":"2022-03-10T10:04:38","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T09:04:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/alentours\/discovering-the-commune-of-le-lavandou\/"},"modified":"2024-06-24T11:47:01","modified_gmt":"2024-06-24T09:47:01","slug":"lavandou","status":"publish","type":"alentours","link":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/alentours\/lavandou\/","title":{"rendered":"Lavandou Discovering the commune"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 id=\"lavandou-in-french-riviera\">Lavandou in French Riviera<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The town of<strong> Le Lavandou <\/strong>is located in the <strong>Var department <\/strong>(83), in the<strong> Provence-Alpes-C\u00f4te d&#8217;Azur region<\/strong>. It stretches along more than <strong>12 kilometres of the C\u00f4te d&#8217;Azur Varoise<\/strong>, and boasts vast beaches of fine sand and small bays. Situated on the <strong>Mediterranean coast<\/strong>, opposite the <strong>Golden Isles<\/strong> and at the foot of the <strong>Massif des Maures<\/strong>, Le Lavandou enjoys a<strong> Mediterranean climate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:52px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"discover-the-beaches-of-le-lavandou-french-riviera\">Discover the beaches of Le Lavandou, French Riviera<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to its geographical location, the town of <strong>Le Lavandou <\/strong>has some very<strong> beautiful and extensive beaches<\/strong>. Also known as the &#8220;<strong>City of Dolphins and Whales<\/strong>&#8220;, this town in the south of <strong>the Var C\u00f4te d&#8217;Azur <\/strong>boasts 12 fine sandy beaches! And that&#8217;s just the beginning! With its 12 kilometres of coastline, you&#8217;ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing the <strong>Lavandou beach <\/strong>that&#8217;s right for you. From large <strong>sandy beaches<\/strong> to small, hidden, steep coves, you&#8217;re sure to find what you&#8217;re looking for. Enjoy the <strong>azure blue sea<\/strong>, the white sand and the mildness of the C\u00f4te d&#8217;Azur.<br>If you prefer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/private-beach\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1138\">private beach<\/a>, our hotel has its own reserved beach at the foot of the hotel, ideal for a <strong>relaxing holiday in our seaside hotel in the Var<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"choose-from-12-le-lavandou-beaches\">Choose from 12 Le Lavandou beaches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"427\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/sun-5459234_640.jpg\" alt=\"plage lavandou var cote d'Azur\" class=\"wp-image-3182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/sun-5459234_640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/sun-5459234_640-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<ul><li><strong>La Plage de l&#8217;Anglade<\/strong>, known as &#8220;La Branch\u00e9e&#8221;, close to the town centre, ideal for families who want to relax and enjoy the beach restaurants,<\/li><li><strong>The town centre beach<\/strong>, lined with palm trees, in the heart of Le Lavandou village,<\/li><li>Aiguebelle beach, with its fine sand and discreet coves, 4 km from the centre of Le Lavandou,<\/li><li><strong>La Fossette beach<\/strong>, 3km from the centre, a fine sandy beach in a green setting,<\/li><li>The beach at Saint Clair, with its turquoise waters ideal for snorkelling and magnificent sunrises,<\/li><li><strong>Jean Blanc beach<\/strong>, a wilder beach with shady spots thanks to its vegetation,<\/li><li><strong>Plage du Rossignol <\/strong>is a pretty cove lined with rocks and hidden from view. Access to the beach is difficult,<\/li><li><strong>La plage de l&#8217;\u00e9l\u00e9phant<\/strong>, fine sand, wild and unspoilt.<\/li><li><strong>Layet beach <\/strong>&#8220;L&#8217;anse du Boucanier&#8221; is a well-known naturist beach in the Var,<\/li><li><strong>Cap N\u00e8gre beach<\/strong> with its ochre-red sand,<\/li><li><strong>The beach at Pramousquier<\/strong> is sheltered by Cap N\u00e8gre and accessible by small footpaths.<\/li><li><strong>Cavali\u00e8re beach<\/strong> is a lively beach with plenty of water sports activities, including jet skiing. Not forgetting the private beach of the Grand H\u00f4tel Moriaz, reserved for guests only.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With its <strong>12 kilometres of coastline and 12 beaches<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/alentours\/lavandou-tourist-office\/\" data-type=\"alentours\" data-id=\"1173\">Le Lavandou<\/a> is the ideal destination for relaxing, family activities and even thrills. Stay at our <strong>charming hotel in Le Lavandou<\/strong> and make the most of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<h2 id=\"jet-ski-hire-in-lavandou\">Jet ski hire in Lavandou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the most of your stay in <strong>Le Lavandou<\/strong> and the Grand H\u00f4tel Moriaz to discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/alentours\/jet-ski-in-lavandou-on-the-beach-of-cavaliere\/\" data-type=\"alentours\" data-id=\"1446\">jet skiing <\/a>and ride the waves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cavali\u00e8re beach<\/strong>, just a stone&#8217;s throw from our Lavandou hotel, is the ideal place to enjoy thrilling activities: jet skiing in Le Lavandou, parasailing, water skiing, etc. You&#8217;ll find a wide range of boat hire services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 30-minute introductory lessons (with or without a boating licence) to jet ski excursions of up to 4 hours. Find out more about the Cavali\u00e8re <strong>water sports centre<\/strong> in Le Lavandou.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-6.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"mediterranean-sea-activities-in-le-lavandou\">Mediterranean sea activities in Le Lavandou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-27.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-27.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-27-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grand-Hotel-Moriaz-Lavandou-27-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<p><strong>Le Lavandou<\/strong> and the surrounding area offer exceptional diving thanks to its unspoilt flora and fauna. The <strong>Mediterranean climate<\/strong> allows <strong>diving<\/strong>all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Snorkelling<\/strong> in the coves of <strong>Lavandou<\/strong>: Put on a mask and snorkel to discover fish, crabs, octopus and starfish in the crystal-clear waters.<\/li><li><strong>Underwater trail at<\/strong> <strong>Port-Cros<\/strong>: 35 minutes from the port, La Palud beach offers a marine trail accessible to all.<\/li><li><strong>Marine trail at Domaine du Rayol<\/strong>: Explore the seabed in complete safety with a guide.<\/li><li><strong>Scuba diving in Le Lavandou<\/strong>: Discover renowned dive sites such as La Gabini\u00e8re, Le Donator and Le Rubis.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"le-lavandou-and-its-cultural-heritage\">Le Lavandou and its cultural heritage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For your holidays, the town of Le Lavandou has a number of tourist sites where you can discover its rich cultural heritage. Le Lavandou is the ideal place to enjoy your holiday. The town has a calm atmosphere that allows you to relax and enjoy the many activities on offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Le Lavandou, you will discover places and monuments such as :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/alentours\/museum-of-lavandou-villa-theo\/\" data-type=\"alentours\" data-id=\"1176\">Villa Th\u00e9o<\/a> in the Saint Clair district<\/li><li>Saint-Louis du Lavandou church,<\/li><li>the chapel of Saint Clair<\/li><li>the chapel of Notre Dame de l&#8217;Annonciation on the hill of the old church,<\/li><li>the Temple of Hercules in Cavali\u00e8re, etc.<\/li><li> Rayol<\/li><li>The <strong>atmosphere of Provence<\/strong> in Le Lavandou<\/li><li>Discover Lavandou through its<strong> festivals and traditions<\/strong><\/li><li>By the sea, in the sunshine, you can hear the cicadas singing\u2026 <strong>You&#8217;re in Provence<\/strong>!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"festivals-and-traditions-in-le-lavandou\">Festivals and traditions in Le Lavandou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the traditional Provencal atmosphere, Le Lavandou offers <strong>festivities and traditions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>The Corso Fleuri<\/strong>, a real tradition for the people of Le Lavandou and all visitors! Enjoy a 2-day festival in March and discover a veritable festival of colour with a parade of over twenty floats decorated with thousands of fresh flowers.<\/li><li>If you&#8217;re more interested in the sea, you can take part in <strong>the fishermen&#8217;s festival on St Peter&#8217;s Day<\/strong>, where you can enjoy some good fishing and meet the &#8220;pescadous&#8221;.<\/li><li>Finally, there&#8217;s the <strong>Rom\u00e9rage festival<\/strong>, held on the second weekend in September. This traditional festival is a procession punctuated by singing and folk dancing in traditional costumes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"the-lavandou-market-and-its-provencal-atmosphere\">The Lavandou market and its Provencal atmosphere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the <strong>Lavandou market<\/strong>! The Lavandou market is a place to meet, share and discover local produce. The market takes place on Thursday mornings and is one of the most <strong>beautiful markets in the Var<\/strong>. It&#8217;s the perfect place to sample delicious local dishes and try the best wines. It&#8217;s also a place where you can enjoy the<strong> scents of Provence<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/alentours\/provence-lavender-fields\/\" data-type=\"alentours\" data-id=\"2481\">lavender<\/a>, olives\u2026 Have you ever tasted lavender and Proven\u00e7al honey? We recommend a visit to the market in Le Lavandou to experience it for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Cavali\u00e8re market<\/strong> takes place on Sunday mornings and offers organic and local produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"stay-at-the-hotel-in-lavandou\">Stay at the hotel in Lavandou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/\">The 3-star Grand H\u00f4tel Moriaz in Lavandou <\/a>is located by the sea, <strong>between the Layet and Cap N\u00e8gre beaches<\/strong>, opposite the <strong>Golden Islands<\/strong>. It has quiet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/the-rooms\/\">rooms<\/a> that offer comfort to all visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Away from the noise of the town, the hotel&#8217;s terrace offers a general<strong> view of the sea<\/strong>, and you can breathe in the freshness and softness of the clear waters of its<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/private-beach\/\"> private beach<\/a>. Le Lavandou is the ideal place to visit if you love peace and quiet, nature and the beauty of the villages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/chambre-vue-sur-mer-moriaz2-700x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"Chambre Vue Sur Mer hotel lavandou\" class=\"wp-image-814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/chambre-vue-sur-mer-moriaz2-700x450-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/chambre-vue-sur-mer-moriaz2-700x450-1-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":732,"template":"","meta":[],"lieux":[32],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours\/1169"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/alentours"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/732"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1169"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"lieux","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.grandhotelmoriaz.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/lieux?post=1169"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}