Les Arcs sur Argens
Near to the N7, 10 km from Draguignan and 25 Km from Frejus.
Discover this pretty village in the Var, near Draguignan
History of Les Arcs sur Argens
Named Archos in 1010 (from the word arc), this town in Provence became Castrum de Arcubus (Château des Arcs). From the XIIth to XVIIth centuries the seigneurial of Arcs became the property of the Villeneuve family. However until 1612, les Arcs was a Baronage and in March 1612 Louis XIII decided to confer the title of Marquis to Arnaud de Villeneuve de Bouliers, noble and baron of Arcs.
Take a stroll through this village in Provence
Leave your car in the Town Hall square and walk. Just wander round the narrow streets. From the highest points at the castle, looking over the village roof tops you can see the Maures and the Roquebrune rock.
If today Les Arcs is a modern village, pass through the Clock tower gateway and you will discover a medieval environment with its mixture of steep streets and old buildings. The area between the "sarrasine" tower (XIth century dungeon) and Paul Simon square, called the "Parage", is the oldest in the medieval town. (XIth/XIIIth century).
You'll find the Parage tower, XIth century dungeon, remains of the ancient Arcubus Castrum and the Saint Pierre chapel from the XIIIth - XVth centuries, with its two naves and side chapels (exhibition spaces in summer).
The Sainte-Roseline Chapel
Located outside of the village on the (D91), nestling at the foot of a hill among the vines of the Sainte Roseline vineyard this classified monument dates from the XIIth century and holds the shrine and relics of Sainte Roseline.
On the initiative of Marguerite Maeght, modern works of art have been added to the altar and cross which date from 1635 and the XIVth century Nativity retable (A Marc Chagall mosaic, a bronze lectern by Giacometti and stained glass by Ubac and Bazaine) Next to the chapel we can find the cloister of the Celle-Roubaud abbey (private).
Wine: a speciality of Les Arcs sur Argens
Les Arcs is a very well known place of the Côtes de Provence. Thanks to the river of Argens, the quality of the vines and land, a dozen of prestigious vineyards produce a very famous wine.
At the Maison des Vins des Côtes de Provence, you'll find a library of 800 Côtes de Provence Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée wines sold at producer prices, as well as a host of wine-related events.
The market in Les Arcs sur Argens
The market in Les Arcs sur Argens takes place every Thursday morning. It's a pretty Provencal market in the Var department where you can find lots of local produce, wine, fruit and vegetables, local desserts as well as clothes and souvenirs.
Map of Les Arcs sur Argens (83460)
Don't miss our interactive map of Les Arcs sur Argens if you need to find your way around the town or view the accommodation we recommend in this charming Var village, a hot spot for summer tourism.
What to see
On the confluence between the R. Aille and R.Argens, this built bridge is unique in France because it crosses the same river Aille twice.
Important medieval heritage with the "Parage" and Sainte Roseline chapel, the Saint Jean-Baptiste church with its crib and retable dating from 1501 with 16 Bréa compartments.
The Clock Tower.
Neolithic menhirs.
Leisure activities
Walking tracks, hiking.
VTT. Cyclo-tourism.
Horseback riding.
Canoeing, fishing (Argens river).
Bed and breakfast
2 charming bed and breakfast in a recent house with landscaped garden
Spacious rooms with luxury bedding and fridge - Pétanque
Overflow swimming pool - Massage - 27km from beaches, 10 km from golf
Holiday rentals
2 cottages of great comfort for 2 people, tastefully decorated with independent entrance, large private terrace not overlooked. Landscaped garden. Swimming pool. Massages. 27km from the beaches, 10 km from golf
Accomodations
Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.
Campsite.
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Taradeau (7 km), Trans en Provence (8 km), Le Muy (9 km) and Sainte Maxime (29km).