Bargemon

The village of Bargemon in the Upper-Var, a gem waiting to be discovered

Nestled among olive trees at an altitude of 500 meters, Bargemon is a picturesque medieval village in the Haut Var, surrounded by greenery and not far from the lakes of Sainte Croix, Saint Cassien, and the Gorges du Verdon.

You will enjoy strolling through its typical Provençal village streets. Shaded squares with large bistro terraces invite you to stop for lunch or an aperitif. Bargemon awaits you with its preserved ramparts, numerous fountains that cool the shaded squares, and the Honoré Camos museum housed in a former 11th-century chapel.

The old village and its large fountain

You can't miss the large fountain in Place Chauvier (18th century). In the cool of the evening, this is where you'll feel the village's friendly atmosphere, with people chatting, joking and laughing.

As you stroll through the narrow streets of the old village, you will come across beautiful old houses around the stunning 15th-century church. Most of the houses have been carefully renovated and are now pretty, chic village homes. Bargemon's charm also lies in the many fountains that cool the small squares you will discover as you wander around.

16th-century ramparts

Bargemon is fortunate to have preserved much of its medieval walls. The ramparts and gates date from the 12th and 16th centuries. From the old ramparts of the village, you will have a magnificent view of the countryside surrounding the village and you will discover the village of Claviers, which stands proudly opposite Bargemon. Naturally, from Claviers you will have a magnificent, unobstructed view of Bargemon.

Guided tours of Bargemon

The tourist office organizes a guided tour (led by the very friendly and enthusiastic Marlène) of the castle, ramparts, and 12th- and 16th-century gates.

The village is lively all year round, although it is busier in summer. There are several restaurants and all the shops you need nearby. Bargemon is also home to numerous art galleries, painting restoration workshops and lithography studios. You can find information about your stay at the town hall, which has standard opening hours.

Things to do in Bargemon

The medieval village offers a fitness trail and an outdoor fitness center in its leisure center. Families will enjoy the playground with a slide and zip line, as well as the Pumptrack track for BMX bikes, rollerblades, and scooters.

Hiking remains the most popular activity, with numerous marked trails around the village. You can discover the orientation table, which offers a 360° panorama, or set off for Favas and the Bois de la Coste. Bike rides are a great way to explore the surrounding villages such as Claviers and Seillans. For a different way to visit Bargemon, the tourist office organizes unmissable activities: guided heritage tours, exhibitions at the Camos Museum, and a tour of the historic fountains that give this hilltop village in the Var its charm.