La Seyne-sur-Mer
Mediterranean and ProvencalHarmony between nature and culture
From Plage des Sablettes and Cap Sicié to Baie de Tamaris on Toulon’s harbor side, the variety of landscapes in La Seyne-sur-Mer’s unspoilt natural spaces means you can discover them all, at any time of year. In town, the marina and Pont Levant bear witness to La Seyne-sur-Mer’s attachment to its naval history. When it comes to culture, La Seyne-sur-Mer loves to showcase its historic heart through contemporary art and urban design. Numerous events take place here all year round, in Parc de la Navale, Espace Marine and the streets of the city center.
A bustling city center
Downtown La Seyne-sur-Mer is alive with the bustling Provencal market, where you can feast on local produce, cade, olives and oysters from Tamaris. Year-round events bring a festive atmosphere to the streets and harbor with fireworks displays, music festivals and Christmas entertainment.
The coastal path in La Seyne-sur-Mer offers you a panoramic experience of the Mediterranean, between cliff paths and intimate views of the coves. From Fabrégas to Notre-Dame-du-Mai, hiking the coastal path is an experience that combines sporting performance with the contemplation of a breathtaking seaside landscape, with a breathtaking view of the Deux Frères rocks.
Frequently asked questions
What are the market days in La Seyne-sur-Mer?
La Seyne-sur-Mer’s Provencal market takes place every morning, except Monday, on the Cours Louis Blanc in the town center. You can also enjoy a Friday morning market in Les Sablettes.
Can you reach the summit of the Cap Sicié massif by car?
You can reach the Cap Sicié massif by car via the Corniche Merveilleuse road, after Fabrégas beach. Please note: this road is closed to motor vehicles from June 15 to September 20.
Can we visit the sheds of the Tamaris shellfish and fish producers?
You can’t visit the sheds, but you can go and meet the producers at the markets or at their sales area for the general public in Les Sablettes.
Focus on
The Cap Sicié massif
The imposing 1600-hectare Cap Sicié massif, straddling the border between La Seyne-sur-Mer and Six-Fours-les-Plages, boasts a wealth of heritage, landscape and ecological assets. Its overhang from the sea makes it one of the southernmost capes in the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur region.
Most of its paths and trails, which can be explored on foot, horseback or mountain bike, offer spectacular panoramic views that make it a hiker’s paradise.