In Bormes-les-Mimosas, every monument, every chapel, and every garden tells a part of the village's identity. From the castle of the Lords of Fos to religious buildings, and including parks and gardens that bloom all year round, discover a heritage spanning more than 2,400 years of history.

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The Clock Tower Tour de l, © Apolline Lhermitte
Castle of the Lords of Fos Bormes
Castle of the Lords of Fos Château des Seigneurs de Fos Bormes, © Damien Bonfils
Chapel of Saint Francis Bormes les Mimosas
Chapel of Saint Francis of Paule Saint Francis Chapel, Bormes-les-Mimosas, © Guillaume Voiturier

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View of the castle of Bormes les Mimosas
View of the castle of Bormes-les-Mimosas, © Anthony Roux

The castle of the Lords of Fos

Dominating the village of Bormes-les-Mimosas, the Château des Seigneurs de Fos bears witness to nearly eight centuries of history. The center of seigneurial power from 1257, it later became a Minims convent before gradually falling into ruin after the French Revolution. Today, its remains still overlook the village and recall Bormes' medieval history.

The history of the Castle
Saint-Trophyme Church Bormes les Mimosas
Saint-Trophyme Church, Bormes-les-Mimosas, © Apolline Lhermitte

The Church of Saint-Trophyme

Built between 1775 and 1783, the Church of Saint-Trophyme replaced the old parish church located at the top of the village, within the grounds of the Château des Seigneurs de Fos. Larger and more accessible, it became a witness to the history of Bormes-les-Mimosas: transformed into a Temple of Reason during the French Revolution, it later returned to its religious purpose. Today, this three-aisled building notably preserves 18th-century frescoes discovered during its restoration in 1998. Listed as a historical monument since 1973, it remains one of the village's iconic landmarks.

The history of the Saint-Trophyme church
The Fort of Brégançon Bormes les Mimosas
The Fort of Brégançon Bormes les Mimosas

Fort Brégançon

Thanks to its strategic position on a rocky promontory overlooking the Mediterranean, Fort de Brégançon was occupied as early as Antiquity before becoming a medieval fortress. Over the centuries, it underwent numerous transformations and notably hosted Napoleon Bonaparte during the reorganization of coastal defenses. Decommissioned as a military site at the beginning of the 20th century, then designated a scenic site, the fort's purpose changed. In 1968, General de Gaulle made it an official presidential residence . Since then, Fort de Brégançon has become an emblematic site of contemporary French history.

The history of Fort Brégançon
Hippolyte Bouchard Bormes les Mimosas
Hippolyte Bouchard Bormes les Mimosas

An iconic figure from Bormes

Born in Bormes-les-Mimosas on January 15, 1780, Hippolyte Bouchard is one of the village's most iconic figures. A sailor, privateer, and explorer , he distinguished himself during the wars of independence in South America and became a national hero in Argentina . His incredible circumnavigation of the globe aboard the frigate La Argentina and his commitment to freedom have earned him a unique place in history. In Bormes-les-Mimosas, his memory is still celebrated, particularly during the Fiesta festival , which honors Argentina every year.

The story of Hippolyte Bouchard

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  • The tourist circuit of the village

    View of the village of Bormes les Mimosas

  • Parks and gardens of Bormes-les-Mimosas

    Cigalou Park Bormes les Mimosas

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  • The path of the wise

    Bormes les Mimosas school and town hall