In the heart of nature - Cavalaire sur mer

Unspoilt nature

You probably know Cavalaire for its fine sandy beaches with crystal clear waters and its many water sports activities… But do you know its wild green hills?

Just a stone’s throw from the town centre is an area where nature is still unspoilt. So put on your shoes… and set off to discover the Mediterranean wilderness!

Coastal paths

In the heart of the Maures coastline, there are several paths that will take you through the scrubland. In the Vallon du Fenouillet, you’ll be enchanted by the exotic atmosphere of a small stream that you’ll have to cross on several bridges. You’ll be amazed by the 180° views.

Before embarking on your adventure, check the fire risk map to see if the trails are open or closed due to drought and the risk of forest fires.

Consult the fire risk map

The Conservatoire du Littoral

The Conservatoire du Littoral is a state
organization created in 1975. Its main mission is to preserve
the French coastline, its flora and fauna and to open the spaces to the public. It currently owns more than 213,000 hectares spread over 750 sites The management of the sites it has acquired is entrusted to official bodies (communes, departments, regions) or associations For example, the Rayol Mediterranean Garden has been entrusted to the ADORA association, while the 15-hectare Domaine Foncin is managed by the town of Cavalaire. For the record, the Domaine Foncin was the first donation made to the Conservatoire du Littoral.

At the entrance to the Conservatoire’s sites, signs indicate the restrictions in place to protect the fauna, flora and soil. Indeed, it is forbidden to remove elements or to leave the paths in order to limit soil erosion.

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Our advice for discovering nature

There are apps that allow you to identify the different plants you will come across on your way.
Among many others, we can mention Google Lens, PlantNet…