Camping La Seyne sur Mer
La Seyne sur Mer, a destination with a rich historical and cultural heritage, offers a wide range of natural and seascapes. You can discover its history thanks to the various tourist attractions and must-see sites located just 5 km from Les Playes campsite in Six Fours Les Plages.
Why go to La Seyne sur Mer for your camping vacation?
Formerly part of Six Fours, La Seyne sur Mer has since become an independent entity, known in particular for the preservation of ecosystems through the Natura 2000 network. Holidaymakers who come to La Seyne sur Mer or the surrounding area will have plenty of time to go scuba diving in the heart of the fauna and flora to observe the various species of fish, sea urchins, shellfish, hawksbills… But these breathtaking natural landscapes are not its only assets!
In fact, La Seyne-Sur Mer boasts an exceptional landscape with the Rue du GraffA street decorated with street art, the porte des chantiers, an arch where workers used to pass during the shipyards, and the pont des chantiers, as well as the Tamaris district, a protected part of the seaside resort. What’s more, the resort is ideally located for exploring the Var. From La-Seyne-sur-Mer, you can also go to Bandol, Sanary, Toulon etc.
What to see and do in La Seyne sur Mer?
1) Enjoy the beaches of La Seyne sur Mer
During your stay at a campsite in La Seyne sur Mer, enjoy the many beaches of La Seyne sur Mer, where you can relax and swim with your family, partner or friends. In addition, water sports enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy on the seashore as they surf the waves. Well-known beaches in La Seyne sur Mer include Mar Vivo beach, Verne beach, Sablettes beach, Vernette beach and Fabrégas beach.
2) Go hiking
For the more sporty, take the time to go for a walk on La Seyne sur Mer’s many footpaths. Among them, you can join the coastal path in La Seyne sur Mer at the beach of La Verne in Mar Vivo or follow the paths of the Forêt de Janas . You can also hike through the mountain range on the coastal path at La Seyne sur Mer.
3) Explore the parks and gardens of La Seyne sur Mer
Set off from the heart of downtown La Seyne sur Mer for a family outing to the 5-hectare Parc de la Navale on the seafront. There’s a children’s playground and merry-go-round, as well as a refreshment bar and casino in a natural area with ponds and a fountain. Take the time to visit the botanical garden at the Balaguier Museum , where you’ll discover a wide range of living species in a welcoming, exotic setting. Last but not least, the Fernand Braudel landscaped park will delight you with its relaxing seaside setting, ideal for a game of beach volleyball or a break in one of the many restaurants and refreshment stands. Finally, head for the hamlet of Les Sablettes and the Villa Sylvacanne , which was bombed, rebuilt and now boasts a number of important works of art and has been awarded the “Patrimoine du XXème siècle” label.
4) Visit the cultural heritage of La Seyne sur Mer
During your stay at a campsite in La-Seyne-sur-Mer, take the time to visit the Balaguier Museum, a magnificent, well-preserved cannon tower. Fort Balaguier now serves as a naval museum documenting local maritime history. And don’t miss a visit to Fort de l’Eguillette, a fort still owned by the French Navy and built to protect the roadstead, where cannonballs were fired and ricocheted off ships’ hulls. Finally, take a trip back to the time of Napoleon, who ordered the construction of Fort Napoleon. Today, the fort houses a contemporary art gallery.
Staying at a campsite near La Seyne sur Mer: 4-star Les Playes campsite
Want to book your camping vacation at La Seyne sur Mer? Visit the 4-star Les Playes campsite in Six Fours Les Plages, 5km from La Seyne sur Mer, for your next camping holiday in the Var. On site, you’ll enjoy the proximity of the Mediterranean Sea, just 1500 metres from the campsite. What’s more, you can discover the comfort of a mobile home rental in the Var at Les Playes campsite. You can also take a dip in the campsite’s heated pool and relax in the sun. Finally, daytime and evening activities are organized to make your stay at the Six Fours campsite unforgettable!