Are you preparing for your holiday in Bandol? Here's everything you need to know about our beautiful city!
Everything is done on foot
Bandol is a small town. Everything is within a radius of a few kilometers which makes it a dream destination for a total disconnection. From theTourist Office (Port of Bandol), here are some timed distances:
- Bandol station: 15 minutes on foot;
- Renecros Beach : 10 minutes on foot;
- Downtown : 2 minutes on foot;
- Casino bus stop: 5 minutes on foot;
- Engraviers Beach (the most eccentric): approximately 30/40 minutes on foot.
Everything can be done within an hour on foot. So put down your bags, park your car and let the holidays begin ! And to get an idea of where you will be staying, we invite you to discover our neighborhoods:
320 days of sunshine per year
With 320 days of sunshine a year and blue skies, Bandol is a seaside resort, but not only! Our Mediterranean climate and our exceptional sunshine allow you to visit the city all year round.
Here are some ideas for activities to practice in any season:
- In Summer : beach and idleness, boat trips, water activities (paddle, kayak, jet ski);
- In Autumn : discovery of the hinterland and our wine estates with their beautiful orange-red vines;
- In Winter : walks and hikes with a beautiful sun and mild temperatures, far from the hot summer heat;
- In spring : exploration of neighboring islands (the embiez et Porquerolles) to enjoy ideal weather and a transparent sea, all without the crowds of the summer season.
So when are you coming?
bandol and paul ricard
You may not have known it, but Paul Ricard played a big role in the economic development of the region. Yes we are talking about the famous industrialist, distributor of aniseed alcohol of the same name. This man sometimes mayor, artist, industrialist or even defender of nature, is part of our history.
In the 60s he notably became the owner of two beautiful islands: the Embiez and Bendor. One has become a sanctuary for coastal flora and fauna and the other an artsy landmark currently being rebuilt. His name is also affixed to the Circuit located a little higher inland. The latter has become over the years, the favorite place of beautiful events such as the Bol d'Or. So …
The city has 3 markets
- The beautiful weekly market : Tuesday morning, from 8 a.m. to 13 p.m., on the main quay;
- The small daily market : from 8 a.m. to 13 p.m. on the Place de la Mairie;
- Le night market : from June to September, from 19 p.m. to midnight, on the main quay.
To find out more, visit our page dedicated to the markets:
rich nature
We have the chance to live between land and sea, between the Mediterranean and Provence. If you are rather sea, snorkelling, diving, boat trip and island discovery are accessible from Bandol. To discover all our nautical activities, click here.
If you are rather lands, you will also be served. Coastal path between umbrella pines and crystal clear waters, vineyards, Massif de la Sainte-Baume or Massif du gros Cerveau, the hikes are waiting for you! To discover all our walks and hikes, it's here:
a strong story
Because of our port, gateway to the Mediterranean, Bandol has a great history to discover. For this, we invite you to explore the city through our historical route by clicking here:
A fishing village
Originally, we are above all a fishing village. There was a time when we could spend entire afternoons watching fishermen mending their nets on Harbour.
Today, although the tradition is a little behind us, we are lucky to still have a few fishermen. They are also one of the main suppliers of our restaurants in Bandol.
To learn more about these fishermen, click here:
Bandol and its wines
If you are a wine lover, you have surely heard of the AOC Bandol wines. We are privileged to have a rich terroir, winegrowers in love with their profession and passionate wine merchants. The whole results in wines with unique aromas with international recognition.
So you cannot come to Bandol without learning more about our wines. and without leaving with a small bottle. To know everything about AOC Bandol wines, it's here that it happens:
8 things to know about bandol
- Everything is done on foot;
- 320 days of sunshine per year, holidays in all seasons;
- Paul Ricard participated in our development;
- 3 markets to visit;
- A rich nature to explore;
- A strong story to discover;
- Above all a fishing village;
- A unique wine-growing region and AOC wines to savor.
