Things to do in Sainte Maxime

Some ideas in Sainte Maxime and the region based on our own experiences.

We also recommend that you visit the website of the Sainte-Maxime tourist office which is very complete

The beaches

  • Downtown beach within easy walking distance. Dogs allowed in some area.

  • La Nartelle, large beach accessible by car (often full car park or private beaches) or by simplibus

  • private beaches along the coastline, plenty of choice, whether in the direction of Saint-Tropez or Fréjus

  • Pointe des Issambres, a small beach with easier parking options than at La Nartelle, and "2 beaches two atmospheres" (a quieter and wilder part)

Boat trips

Discovery of the coastline with the green boats (several itineraries)

Boat rental on various agencies/platforms. Licence-free boats are also available at the port (Espace Bleu) and allow you to make very nice family outings in the Gulf to Saint-Tropez, Baie des Canoubiers (Brigitte Bardot's house) or the amazing marinas of Port Grimaud.

Walks & running/mountain biking in the hills

Surrounded by hills, Sainte Maxime offers a multitude of paths and routes for extraordinary outings.

Going up to the west, you will have a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and to the east over the Var massifs to the Alpilles.

The paths are suitable for walking, mountain biking or running.

Saint-Tropez

Classic but a must. Forget the bling-bling side, you will appreciate what has remained one of the best preserved villages on the coast.

For enthusiasts, the famous walk on the "sentier des douaniers".

In season, don't try to take the car to get there (which can take you more than 1h30) and instead take the shuttle of the green boats (10min)

green trees and brown city view
green trees and brown city view

Canoe base - Kayak Le Muy

15 minutes by car, change of landscape and nature guaranteed. Super friendly staff.

réservations: 06 77 67 09 51

Sainte-Maxime Golf Course

A course with one of the most beautiful views of the bay of Saint-Tropez

Bluegreen Golf de Sainte-Maxime

Horseback riding in the heights

Ranch Eldorado offers horseback riding (all levels) for family outings in the hills overlooking Ste-Maxime.

Very good memories

Aqualand Sainte-Maxime

For lovers of water attractions 

Aqualand Sainte-Maxime

Water sports base

Water sports centre in an enclosed lake 15 minutes by car.

The lake is equipped with a 5-pylon ski lift for kneeboarding, water skiing, wakefoiling and wakeboarding.
The water ski lift is accessible from 7 years old.

reservations & info:  EXO 83 Le Muy