Brenon

Take D52 at Jabron on D955 between Draguignan and Castellane. Follow the signs for Chateauvieux.

Discover the charming village of Brenon in the Var

Brenon is a small rural village located in the north of the Var department in the Verdon Natural Park. You will discover a village that has remained wild and authentic, surrounded by farmland and vast forests in the northern part of Canjuers.

Brenon and its neighbor, the village of Bourguet, are the smallest municipalities in the Var, with only 21 registered inhabitants in 2025 for each of the villages.

Hikes and walks in the forest

You won't find any olive trees or vineyards here, but large forests where you can go on extraordinary hikes in all seasons, far from urban civilization.

Sheep farming

Climb up the rock on which the village is flanked and you will have a panoramic view over the left bank of the Jabron as far as the Alps. You will be able to admire large herds of sheep, the breeding of which is the main agricultural activity of the village.

An authentic village

The ruins of a medieval castle and some old houses as well as beautiful fountains remain.

There are no shops in Brenon, so you won't be spending a fortune on shopping but will be able to enjoy the real luxury: the sumptuous natural surroundings, the pure air, the peace and quiet and the evergreen grass of this mountain.

Our map of the commune of Brenon (postal code: 83840)

To find your way around the village of Brenon, you can use our interactive village map, which you will find on this page. We have indicated the points of interest in the village (church, town hall, etc.) as well as our accommodation recommendations, which we update every year.

What to see

Henris fountain (late 19th century) at the entrance to the village.
Church of the Nativity of the Virgin.
Medieval fountain of the Gaoubi in the Les Combals district.