top of page

Amenities and places to discover nearby

All essential amenities are within easy reach of the Cigaloun, no need for a car to enjoy everyday life!

  • Beaches and coves (Madrague beach, Lecques beach)

  • Port of La Madrague: departures for sea trips, fishing, paddleboarding

  • Restaurants & cafes by the sea: a few minutes' walk away

  • Grocery stores and bakery: "U utile" 100m away

  • Fish market, ice cream parlor, local market (depending on the day)

  • Paddleboard, kayak, boat rental, diving school

  • Bus stop serving Saint-Cyr-centre, Les Lecques, Bandol...

  • Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer town centre 7 minutes by car or accessible by bus: Sunday market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., a typically Provençal event combining local products, colours and flavours of the South

Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, nestled between sandy beaches, coves, vineyards, Provençal markets, and the gentle Mediterranean lifestyle
La Madrague de Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, a peaceful cove between vineyards, pine forests, coastal paths and a Provençal atmosphere.

The Madrague

  • Coastal path: a must-see! Departure 100 m from the house, for hikes between coves and pine forests (to Bandol or Île Rousse).

  • Diving and snorkeling in the coves

  • Port des Lecques 15–20 min walk

  • Night and summer markets (in season)

  • Wine tasting at surrounding estates (some offer on-site delivery)

  • Water park : Aqualand

View of Bandol between turquoise sea, beach, lively port, famous vineyards and typical hills of Provence.

Bandol (10 min)

  • Lively port with shops, cafes, restaurants and water activities.

  • Local markets (seafood, Provençal products): three markets are available to you, the Daily from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Place de la Liberté, the Grand Marché on Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the main quay and the Nocturne during the summer season on the main quay.

  • Family beaches (e.g. Barry beach, famous for Cousteau diving suit tests)

  • Sports options: sailing club, tennis, skatepark

  • Excursion to Bendor Island (7-minute shuttles, museums & sculptures)

Cassis between coves with turquoise waters, cliffs of Cap Canaille, colorful alleys and the gentle Provençal way of life.

Cassis & the Calanques (30–40 min)

  • Picturesque village, fishing port and Provençal atmosphere

  • Scenic trail Route des Crêtes (Cap Canaille) with spectacular views

  • Calanques National Park: access by boat or on foot (Port-Miou, Port-Pin, En-Vau, etc.)

La Ciotat (20 min)

  • Charming old port, seafront walks

  • Beaches stretching over 7 km (Lioquet Beach)

  • Summer water activities: sailing, kayaking, water skiing.

La Ciotat between wild coves, old port, historic shipyards and authentic southern atmosphere.
Le Castellet, a medieval village perched in the heart of the vineyards, cobbled streets, local crafts and a panoramic view of Provence.

Le Castellet (15–20 min)

  • Perched medieval village with cobbled streets, 12th-century church, ramparts and town hall castle

  • Craftsmen, art galleries, boutiques and Provençal decor

  • Paul Ricard Circuit: Formula 1, Bol d'Or, karting races and driving experiences

Port d'Alon & Cap Nègre Estate (5–10 min)

  • Wild cove , access via RD559 (paid parking in summer)

  • Coastal trails for hiking, snorkeling and unspoiled Mediterranean landscapes

Calanque du Port d’Alon between pine forest, turquoise water, coastal path and wild cove typical of the Provençal Coast.
Aix-en-Provence, Marseille and Toulon: dynamic cities between history, culture, the Mediterranean Sea and the Provençal art of living.

Must-sees within an hour

  • Aix-en-Provence (40–50 min): historic architecture, Provençal market (Cours Mirabeau)

  • Marseille (45–60 min): Old Port, Mucem, dynamic neighborhoods.

  • Toulon (30–40 min): maritime and Asian museums, cable car.

bottom of page