Bandol solo by the day in autumn

Have you planned a little trip to Bandol for a day? Here are the essentials not to be missed!

Prepare in advance

For this day you will need:

• Backpack
• 1 jersey
• Walking shoes
• 1 hat or cap
• Sun glasses
• Sunscreen
• 1 picnic

sweet wake up

9 h

Autumn is one of the best seasons to come and discover Bandol. Mild temperatures, summer vacation ended, fewer people, more calm… the perfect season. Why not start your day on this theme of gentleness by taking a breakfast on the terrace ?

As soon as you arrive, choose your atmosphere: rather a terrace neighborhood bar with a warm welcome, terrace on the church square to admire the daily market, or even terrace with view on the port? In any case, Make yourself comfortable with some Bandolese pastries purchased in one of our bakeries and enjoy the moment. A cool breeze that makes the leaves fall from the plane trees, rays of sunshine that warm your skin and a village atmosphere... savor this moment out of time.

Speaking of boulangeries, also think about plan a small picnic. You will need it for the rest…

Along for the adventure

11 h

After this gentle start, it is time to set off to explore the western part of the city, the one that opens the doors to nature. To do this, go to the port, then turn right. Have you ever heard of the coastal path ?

Walk along the quay full of pointus and small pleasure boats to go to the Deferrari Stadium. You will pass by theOur Tourist Office ; come and say hello and retrieve the trace of the ride that awaits you.

Continue your route from the stadium towards the western part of Bandol. Cross the pretty sandy beach of Renecros and let yourself be enchanted by its crystal clear waters. Overlook the pebble coves from the city and continue until the last beach of Bandol: that of Engraviers.

Here the dirt trail really begins. Let's go for a immersion in Breton nature. Walk along the path lined with umbrella pines, smell the salty sea spray, listen to the sound of the waves breaking against the rocks...

13 h

You've been walking for 2 hours and you finally arrive at the Calanque of Port d’Alon, a key stage of the trail. This pebble beach will be your base for lunch. Spread out your towel, take off those walking shoes and sit down facing the sea.

And don't forget to taste the water! Sure, it's autumn, but we're no strangers to Indian summer here. If the water is good, take the opportunity to maybe have a drink the last bath of the year. And above all, enjoy the surrounding calm. Otherwise, you can always enjoy this sunny break with a good book.

15 h

We know that this beach was great, but we still had to get back before dark! It could not be easier : take the same path as on the way there. Boring you might say? Well, not at all. This path, depending on the direction we take, the time we take it, is completely different. The landscapes change, the colors too… it’s a spectacle that we never get tired of.

Back to civilization

17 h

There you go, you are back in Bandol. Depending on the month you are here, we recommend either:

• To stop on the way back to the level of Capelin beach for admire the sunset ;
• To take a walk in town to wait a bit and join the Bonaparte corniche to also take advantage of sunset.

Because, we cannot say the opposite, sunsets over the sea, it's still something. So don't miss this magnificent spectacle, especially if the day has been windy because in general, it is a promise of pretty colors! To know everything about our sunsets, click here:

so, did you like it?

19 h

Here is the end of this day in our dear city! We hope that you enjoyed this Bandol escapade and especially that it made you want to come back and discover all the other treasures of the city. If you took photos, do not hesitate to share them on your networks by tagging us with #bandoltourism or by mentioning us @bandoltourismeofficiel.

See you soon !