Do you want to visit the most beautiful village in Provence Côte d'Azur but don't have much time? We have what you need! The tourist circuit of the village brings together the must-see viewpoints, those not to be missed for a first visit! If, on the other hand, you have a lot of time to devote to your visit to the village, go to here. Shall we take you?
The roof terrace of the community center
On this large terrace, observe the village perched at an altitude of 180m which proudly dominates the plain. A landscape which is often found on the postcards. As you turn around, you see the town hall of Bormes les Mimosas, old school built in 1892 on which we find the city coat of arms : a golden lion crowned with silver on an azure background.
Saint Francis Square
Find on this square the famous Provencal market from Bormes every Wednesday morning in season. Then, all year round during the afternoons, petanque tournaments. On site, observe the remains of a windmill, formerly used to grind wheat.
The Saint-François de Paule chapel and its old cemetery
This Chapel was built in 1560 in tribute to Saint Francis of Paula , here delivered the village from the plague black in 1483. Enjoy its Provencal Romanesque style adorned with contemporary stained glass. In his tropical plant garden, is located theold cemetery where the painter and engraver Jean-Charles Cazin rests.
The path of the orangery and the trail of the empty-handed
Scenic paths leading to the oldest part of the village (12th century), they run along the ancient ramparts built in Bormes stone (mica schist). Beware those who crisscross the Bredouilles Trail ! Its name refers to the hunters who returned empty-handed and who, out of pride, did not want to be seen on Place Gambetta.
The pous d'amoun (well of love)
In the shadow of this magnificent false pepper with pink berries, contemplate this typical Provencal well built in dry stone.
The castle esplanade and its panorama
Here is the highest point of the village. You overlook the Batailler plain, port built in 1969, the district of the Faviere and Cap Bénat. Offshore, you will see on your left theLevant Island and on your right theisland of Port-Cros. Opposite this magnificent view stands the path of the oratories (GR 90) which leads to the chapel Our Lady of Constance which peaks at an altitude of 324m. Admire the statue “Victory”, a 2m high work created by the sculptor Christophe Charbonnel in 2017.
The castle of the Lords of Fos
Ce private castle built between the 13th and 14th centuries was the seat of the counts of Provence. Class monument in 1931, It still has its original ramparts and loopholes.
The Place of Isclou d'Amour
Point of lovers' meeting, this typically Provençal little square offers a magnificent view of the islands. Take the time to sit down and enjoy the freshness of his fontaine sheltered from its splendid hibiscus.
The Cuberts
These covered passages under the houses are very characteristics of Bormes Mimosas. You come across them very regularly in the village. In the past, these passages were used to store hay to feed livestock, but were also thought to limit detours and so facilitate travel villagers between the houses.
Poulid Cantoun Square
In the heart of the village, discover this nice quiet corner where mingle bougainvillea, pepper and rubber. There are beautiful ones there examples of architecture as the Clock Tower (18th century) and the remains of ramparts.
The Bormes Museum of History and Art (MHAB)
Le MHAB has been flourishing since 1986 in theold town hall which served as a school, prison and courthouse in the 18th century. Its 5 floors, his Bormes stone, its impressive coffered ceiling, its garden and its panoramic terrace, make one an unmissable and charming place. Equipped with a touch pad, go for a immersive stroll through 2400 years of history.
Rompi Cuou Street (ass-breaker)
A must-see in Bormes, venture into a maze of flowery alleys and cuberts while browsing these 83 steps which join the bottom of the village.
Place Pouverin and Moulin alley
This place brings together several tools of the past such as the big one stone mill and the old one oil mill, relics of a successful agricultural economy in Bormes les Mimosas.
Carnot Street
It's here the liveliest street in the village where they rub shoulders traders and creators. You can find there many memories from Bormes les Mimosas. From a historical point of view, it splits the village in two : the medieval part of the 12th century in the north, and the part of the 16th to the south. She is lined with doors de l 'medieval ages the oldest of which, located at no85 of this street, dates from 1577.
Saint-Trophyme Church
Built between 1775 and 1783, its style isRoman inspiration. It is reputed in France to be frequented by the Presidents of the Republic especially Jacques Chirac who went there regularly during his stays at Fort BrégançonThe link between this church and the French heads of state is so strong that even its forecourt wear the name of Georges Pompidou.
Bougainvillea Street
Since this flowery street overlooking the church, you can see a large yellow building (the Grand Hotel) and the Castle of the Lords of Fos. True vegetation paradise, you can observe a sage collection,hibiscus and bougainvillea extravagant.
Lovers' Alley
Little charming alley with an evocative name, its profusion of plants give him a very intimate aspect. Discover some products from local crafts.
Fig Tree Square
Enjoy his houses with shimmering colors and its old-fashioned patinated facades.
The Place du Bien de la République
In this place is the facade of theold cork factory of Bormes, disappeared in 1945. The plugs were manufactured there but also the “Faouques” or couasses, pieces of cork bark in which you are traditionally served the bouillabaisse. A real Provencal know-how.
Bazaar Square
It is called this because formerly, it was the the liveliest district of BormesWhere Traders and villagers swarmed. Today, she is especially frequented to reach the top of the village by Rompi Cuou street.
Cigalou Park
Arranged in hillsides with pergolas et eucalyptus-lined paths, hundred-year-old cedars and palm trees, it covers 8877m2. Every year, in winter, it is the theater of the big demonstration “Mimosalia", a open-air exhibition at the discovery of collection plants, rare plants and other unusual varieties.
Gonzalez Park
Botanical Garden compound Australian vegetation including a collection of acacias (mimosas), banksia,eucalyptus, grevillea, hakea and eremophila. The park was labeled remarkable garden in 2015.
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