Les Sablettes
Much more than a beachLes Sablettes, in a postcard setting
A must for your stay in La Seyne-sur-Mer, the former “Sablettes-les-Bains” spa is a contemporary hamlet perfectly integrated into the natural environment of the isthmus, the strip of land connecting La Seyne to Saint-Mandrier, on which it is located. Between Toulon harbor and the open sea, take time to laze on the sunny terrace of a café. Let yourself be swept away by the warm atmosphere of the splendid sandy beach of Les Sablettes. Popular with bathers and water sports enthusiasts alike, Sablettes beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Var.
5 good reasons to stroll through Les Sablettes
- Admire the landscape between forest, harbor and open sea
- Enjoy a sunset cocktail overlooking the sea
- Choose between a sandy beach and a shady landscaped park
- Stock up on vacation souvenirs at the night market
- Take your dog to the Toutou beach in Saint-Elme
Water sports and dream spots at Les Sablettes
The bay of Les Sablettes, open to the open sea, offers a magnificent natural setting, ideal for surfing sessions. Kayak or paddle in silence, surrounded only by the lapping of the water. For thrill-seekers, Les Sablettes is a spot for towed buoys, water skiing, wing foiling and surfing. And if you feel the call of the open sea, rent a boat, with or without a license, to sail along the Mediterranean coast.
Sablettes beach
The sandy beach of Les Sablettes is the largest in La Seyne-sur-Mer. Supervised and secure, it’s the ideal beach for families with young children. It’s also the perfect playground for beach volleyball, morning coastal walks or picnics in the Mediterranean sunshine. In summer and winter alike, every visit to Plage des Sablettes is a chance to recharge your batteries in the face of the Grande Bleue, from the morning to the fantastic sunsets.
The Two Brothers
Les Deux Frères, majestic rocks off the Sablettes beach, remain mysterious and the source of many legends. The most romantic conjure up stories of mermaids, giant octopuses or sunken treasure…
Les Deux Frères is also a renowned scuba diving spot. Gorgonians and groupers meet in the wrecks, drop-offs and scree. A gift from heaven for divers.
Our advice
To get to Les Sablettes by boat from Toulon, board the Mistral 18M maritime shuttle every 20 minutes or so, for the price of a bus ticket.