THE BEST AMUSEMENT PARKS IN THE VAR

3, 2, 1… Take note, here are the 6 Var theme parks we prefer! 6 parks that will make your holiday memorable.

1 | Funnyland, La Seyne-sur-Mer

About 20 minutes drive from your campsite in Sanary-sur-Mer, you will find Funnyland in La Seyne-sur-Mer. Its location is ideal for combining a day at the beach and the park. While your children are having fun in this paradise, you can relax. On the programme: rides, shows, catering and a friendly atmosphere. Visit the Funnyland website to find out more about the openings.

2 | OK Corral, Cuges-les-Pins

Looking for a place to spend an adventurous day? OK Corral, located 25 minutes from Sanary, is the perfect place. The park is open from April to November and offers a number of rides, restaurants, shops, picnic areas and shows. Don’t forget to bring your swimming costume, as there are some refreshing attractions waiting for you.
Please note: If your children are dressed up, admission is free. So it’s time to get out their best costumes.

3 | Magic world, Hyères

From the end of May to the beginning of September, Magic World offers magical experiences from 8pm to 2am in Hyères. With 40 attractions for all ages, with thrills and spills, 3 food courts and a great atmosphere, you won’t have time to get bored. It is the perfect place to end the day on a high note. Its location is excellent for combining a day on the Presqu’île de Giens and at the park.

4 | Kids Motor Park, Aubagne

Looking for a children’s park not far from your campsite in Sanary-sur-Mer, in the Var? About 30 minutes by car you will discover Kids Motor Park, a real playground with many activities: laser game, electric karts, rope pyramids, inflatable structures…
A little hungry? Have a picnic in the park or visit the snack bar. This park is open all year round. You can find the opening hours directly on the website.

5 | Magic Park Land, Martigues

Near Martigues, about an hour’s drive from your campsite in Sanary-sur-Mer, Magic Park Land welcomes you from March to the end of November. Baby Boat, Infernal Tower, Crazy Fly, Frisbee… Attractions for young and old are offered as well as shows, a restaurant and shops to take home souvenirs. Located between the sea and the Etang de Berre, in a natural environment, it is the perfect park for the whole family!

6 | Azur Park, Saint-Tropez

From April to September, spend your day at Azur Park, located in Saint-Tropez. In addition to its 35 attractions suitable for all ages, this park offers a Tropical Golf in a prehistoric animal setting. At the heart of the attractions, you will find a restaurant where everything is home-made. But why go all the way to Saint-Tropez? During your journey, you can stop off in some beautiful coastal towns: in Le Lavandou to sip a lemonade, on the Route du Rayol Canadel to admire the incredible views or stop off in Port Grimaud, our little Venice of the French Riviera. A relaxing walk.

WATER PARKS IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE

You will also find water parks in the Var near your campsites in Sanary-sur-Mer. We share with you our 3 favourite parks in the South of France. Let’s go for a day of fun. Discover the Var water parks below.

1 | Aqualand, Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer

About 20 minutes from Sanary-sur-Mer, go to Aqualand in Saint-Cyr, a great water park. It’s the perfect place to spend a fun-filled day, suitable for all ages. An aquatic whirlpool on a buoy or a hellish descent, a relaxation area or a leisure area for the little ones? The choice is yours!
A little hungry? Meet at the different catering points inside the park. For a memorable souvenir, don’t forget to visit the shops. This water park is open from mid-June to early September.

2 | AquaVillage, Hyères

Come and have fun at the AquaVillage water park from June to September. This course is suitable for young and old alike. With its pyramids, slides, balance games and blob-jump you won’t get bored. It’s a 40-minute drive from your campsite in Sanary-sur-Mer.

3 | Go Ninja, Hyères

Are you looking for a challenge? Visit Go Ninja in Hyères for an unforgettable experience. Take on an obstacle course, located above swimming pools. Adrenalin and fun guaranteed!

Let’s go for some laughs! There is something for everyone between Var amusement parks and water parks. So, where are you going to spend the day and enjoy a good time with family and friends during your stay in Sanary-sur-Mer?
If you want to know what you can do in Sanary, take a look at our blog “what to do in Sanary-sur-Mer during your stay“.

SANARY-SUR-MER ACTIVITIES: SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES

Activities in tune with the seasons

The markets of Sanary-sur-Mer
Throughout the year, many markets are offered. You will have the chance to meet local producers (seafood, fruit and vegetables, cheese, artisanal products, etc.). Our two markets in Sanary:

• The weekly market in Sanary, which takes place every Wednesday morning. This market was voted the most beautiful market in France in 2018
• The fruit and vegetable market welcomes you every morning, all year round, from 8am to 1pm

Sea cruises from Sanary to discover the fauna
Come to the port of Sanary-sur-Mer all year round and meet the whales and/or dolphins. Several outings are proposed, from the “simple stroll” to the longer outing with sunsets, you will have the choice.

The Tower of Sanary and its alleys
Sanary-sur-Mer is a town full of history. With nearly 700 years of history, La Tour de Sanary is a monument located in the centre of town offering a magnificent view of the town and its surroundings. After your visit, stroll through the narrow streets of Sanary amidst the colourful facades. Shops, shady squares, fountains… Discover the many treasures hidden in our beautiful city.

The Montée des Oratoires and the Chapel of Our Lady of Pity
What if you were to get a bit of height while discovering our charming city? Put on your best shoes and brush up against the steps of the Oratories. Once you reach the top, a magnificent view of Sanary and its surroundings awaits you. You can also visit the chapel of Notre Dame de Pitié, built in 1560 on the hill of Portissol.

The Zoa Parc
The animal and botanical park opens its doors all year round to young and old alike. With almost 300 animals and many plants, the park offers various workshops such as the “weekend on the farm”. There are playgrounds, an exhibition hall and a catering area.

Please note: Throughout the year, the Sanary-sur-Mer tourist office offers numerous activities for families, children, teenagers and adults. To keep up to date with the various events, visit the website of the Tourist Office.

Find different activities only in summer

The designer’s market
In July and August, Sanary puts the spotlight on creators with its night-time craft market. Every evening, from 7.30 p.m. to 1.00 a.m., go and meet the creators and leave with souvenirs from our beautiful region (meet along the port of Sanary).

Water sports activities
When the warm weather arrives, the sea starts to warm up and private beaches take over, many water sports activities make their return. Water skiing, towed buoy trips, paddle boarding or parasailing, there is something for everyone.

Sanary-sur-Mer, a pleasant town even out of season

The seaside resort of Sanary welcomes a lot of holidaymakers during the summer period. However, it is also very pleasant to spend a few days there during the rest of the year. With its summer climate, the most courageous can take a bath in our beautiful Mediterranean. For the cozy ones:

• Our beautiful illuminated pointus in winter, especially during the Christmas period, will amaze your children’s eyes. During this period, numerous activities and events are proposed (creators’ markets, gourmet markets, fireworks shows, etc.).
• The Just’Rosé event is organised every year. This is a major wine event that takes place in the spring and features over 70 exhibitors from Provence.

WHAT TO DO IN SANARY-SUR-MER WHEN IT RAINS?

Yes, you read that right, even in the South we sometimes have some showers. But don’t panic, we have selected some activities to do in Sanary when it rains.

Laser Game: who will reach the most people? What better way to add a little competition to your day than with a laser game? Accessible to both adults and children (minimum height 1.20m), this is the perfect activity.
Where to go? You have the Laser Blast in Bandol, the Laser Game Évolution in Six-Four-les-Plages or Toulon and the Laser Star83 in La Garde.

A game of bowling? Challenge your friends or family to a game of bowling: the loser has to pay for the aperitif. Available during the day and in the evening, it is the perfect activity for grey weather.
Where to go? You have a bowling alley in Bandol and a bowling alley in La Garde.

The aquatic complex: With its relaxation area (jacuzzi, sauna, hammam), its two pools and a slide, the whole family will have a pleasant time. If the sun is shining, you can enjoy the solarium.
Where to go? At the Sanary aquatic complex.

Book an escape game: How about solving investigations and beating the record time of previous teams? Ideal when the weather is gloomy, put on the gadget detective trench coat and solve the riddles.
Where to go? See you at In Time or Aenigme in Six-Fours-Les-Plages and Lord Blackwood’s Manor in Ollioules.

What film has been released recently? Whether you like candy or popcorn, you are bound to be satisfied at the cinema. Sit back and enjoy your film.
Where to go? At the Pathé cinema on Avenue 83.

Climbing walls for young and old: Can you make it to the top? Test the different climbing walls and challenge your friends and family.
Where to go? At the Roc’en Seyne municipal climbing gym.

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES IN SANARY-SUR-MER: WHICH BEACH TO CHOOSE AND WHERE TO GO TO SEE THE SUNSETS

Portissol Beach
Only 15 minutes’ walk from Sanary town centre, this magnificent natural beach offers superb views in an idyllic setting (ideal for getting some colour). This 200-metre long white sandy beach welcomes you in summer and winter for sunny days with breathtaking sunsets.

Lido Beach
Labelled “Handiplage” in June 2017, this is the last beach before arriving in Bandol. This beach, 400 metres long, is home to the Plage Dorée and the Plage de la Roche Taillée.

Bonnegrâce Beach
Ideal for admiring the sunsets over the sea, Bonnegrâce beach is located between Six-Fours-Les-Plages and Sanary-sur-Mer. With its many restaurants, it is the ideal spot to sip a good cocktail while watching the sun dip into the Mediterranean.

OUR SELECTION OF VISITS AROUND SANARY-SUR-MER

The Massif du Gros Cerveau
Overlooking Sanary, this 429m high mountain offers sumptuous views over the Mediterranean Sea. Many paths are marked out, allowing you to discover our fauna and flora, while enjoying a pleasant moment, far from the crowd and traffic!
Good to know: the massif is classified as a natural zone and you will find 10 climbing areas. Moreover, the massif is inaccessible by car from 15 June to 30 September.

Paul Ricard Islands: beaches & coves
The Paul Ricard Islands are named after their owner. In the 1950s, Mr Paul Ricard bought the island of Embiez and the island of Bendor. Today, only the island of Les Embiez is accessible. Located off the coast of Six-Fours-les-Plages, it is a real haven of peace accessible by boat. On the program: green nature, hiking, beautiful coves…

The Mediterranean Park
Covering approximately 10 hectares, the Mediterranean Park located at the tip of Cap Nègre offers magnificent views of the Ile des Embiez and the Brusc lagoon. Ideal for a stroll, this green park offers various areas for a picnic or an afternoon of sunbathing.

The Big Brain Observatory
To admire our starry sky, go to the Gros Cerveau observatory in Ollioules. In addition to contemplating the stars, you can enjoy, day and night, the magnificent view of Toulon with the added bonus of superb sunsets.

A day at Porquerolles or the Cassis creeks
From the port of Sanary-sur-Mer or Bandol, you will find many excursions to the island of Porquerolles or the creeks of Cassis. Allowing you to explore our beautiful Côte d’Azur, you will skirt our magnificent white sandy beaches, dive into our clear turquoise waters or admire the Calanques National Park.

Discover our region by bike
There are some great bike rides in the area around Sanary-sur-Mer. For example, with your bike or a rental bike, leave from the Bonnegrâce beach in the direction of Le Brusc, continue towards the Janas forest, without forgetting to make a small diversions to Notre-Dame du Mai (magnificent viewpoint).

Le Coudou park
Would you like to spend a convivial moment with your family or friends? The Coudou Parc, located in Six-Four-les-Plages, offers many activities for everyone’s enjoyment: accrobranche (tree climbing) from 2 to 99 years old, outdoor Laser Game…
Please note: The park is open from mid-February to mid-November.

The Ephemeral Nights
How about a rhythmic evening at sea? This is what Les Nuits Éphémères offers you! In July and August, meet on Thursday evenings at the port of Bandol and take to the sea. On the programme: sunsets, 500 m² boat with dancefloor, bar, DJ, cocktail party… All the ingredients for a great summer evening.

Now that you have your checklist of things to do in Sanary-sur-Mer, all you have to do is enjoy it with your family or friends. So, are you more of a beach person, a hiker or a discoverers museums? Book your stay at our campsites in Sanary-sur-Mer and enjoy our beautiful region.