Porquerolles
Off the coast of Hyères are Port-Cros, Le Levant and Porquerolles, the largest of the three Golden Isles that make up the archipelago. Les Playes campsite in Six Fours Les Plages, near Porquerolles, offers you the chance to discover an enchanting island with turquoise waters.
A little corner of Paradise in the Mediterranean
The 7-kilometer longisland of Porquerolles welcomes you to a delightful village that looks like an exotic town, with its palm trees, giant eucalyptus trees and terraced bars and restaurants. As soon as you leave the village, you discover an island untouched by traffic, inviting you to hike and swim on its wild beaches.
What to do on Porquerolles island?
To take full advantage of the beauty of Porquerolles, visitors have several options. In addition to its superb beaches for swimming and lounging, there are plenty of other activities on offer. Among them, explore the island’s surroundings by kayak or canoe. In fact, there are several rental clubs on the island, so you can take a trip to the calanques of Porquerolles. This excursion can also take the form of a diving trip. In addition, you can take a stroll around the island, exploring forts such as Sainte-Agathe, Petit-Langoustier, Grand Langoustier and Repentance. Those wishing to continue their visit to Porquerolles will also have the opportunity to stop off at the Emanuel Lopez garden.
Where to swim in Porquerolles?
With its beaches, each more beautiful than the last, there’s no shortage of places to swim. Plage Notre Dame, Plage d’Argent, Plage noire du Langoustier, Plage de la Courtade and Plage de l’Alycastre are perfect examples. In all, no fewer than a dozen beaches and coves let you take full advantage of the beauty of the area.
Where to take the boat to Porquerolles?
From the Giens peninsula, shipping companies like TLV-TVM offer easy access to Porquerolles every 30 minutes. From the Tour Fondue harbor, where there are year-round crossings, it takes just 10 minutes to reach the island. However, connections closer to the Playes campsite are also available from Bandol, Sanary and Toulon. Cab boats are also available on site.
Getting around the island
Cars are not allowed on Porquerolles, so the best way to get around the island is by bike. For this purpose, the island offers a wide range of rentals.
Where to eat in Porquerolles
Eating out in Porquerolles shouldn’t be a problem, as there are numerous establishments within a stone’s throw of the Porquerolles harbor.