Mount Faron by cable car
Nature within the city's reachExperience Toulon 360° from Mount Faron
Mont Faron and the cable car form an inseparable duo just a stone’s throw from the city. Climb aboard the emblematic little red cabin up to the 584 meters of limestone and pine forests overlooking Toulon. Enjoy a spectacular panoramic experience overlooking the Mediterranean and the Var hinterland. Toulon’s most famous mountain is the setting for outdoor sports activities, family walks and picnics, as well as a place of historical remembrance of the D-Day landings and the Liberation of Provence.
Experience cable car
The only one of its kind on the Mediterranean coast, Toulon’s cable car is a real link between the city and nature. You climb aboard his red cabin and make your way to the summit of Mont Faron. For a few minutes, the very essence of Provence is before your eyes: city, hills, harbor and islands reveal the portrait of our destination.
Accessible on foot, by car or by cable car, Mont Faron is Toulon’s emblematic mountain. Once up in the hills, a host of activities await you, including visits to the D-Day memorial, the Fauverie, hiking trails and guided nature outings. Explore this unspoilt site all year round!
Frequently asked questions
How long is the cable car ride to the top of Mount Faron?
The cable car ride to the top station takes 6 minutes. Departures are every 10 to 20 minutes.
What is the bus route to the cable car departure station?
This is line 40 of the Mistral network, which you can take from downtown Toulon. A day pass for €7.50 combines bus and boat trips, as well as a return cable car ride. This pass is available at the Tourist Office counter.
What does it mean to close massifs in the event of a fire hazard?
In summer, to avoid any risk to the population and the local flora and fauna, the Var Prefecture publishes a daily map indicating the risk levels for the different massifs. This may result in access restrictions. It’s important to find out what you need to know before you go out so as not to put yourself in danger.
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Notre-Dame-du-Faron sanctuary
A walk on Mont Faron is also an opportunity to explore an ancient fortified defense system: the Notre-Dame-du-Faron sanctuary, built in a former powder magazine, the Croix-Faron fort and the Grand Saint-Antoine fort are just some of the historic structures that offer a breathtaking view of the town and harbor.