Map of Porquerolles
Map and points of interest in Porquerolles
Porquerolles lies off the coast of the Giens Peninsula, with its pine trees, sandy beaches, and small harbor. Once you disembark, leave your car on the mainland. Here, everything is done on foot or by bike. Our map of Porquerolles shows you the ferry terminal, the village, the beaches, the forts, our favorite places to stay, and the Cap d’Armes lighthouse.
You’ll immediately spot the trails and places to visit on the island. Our map of Porquerolles can also be downloaded as a PDF so you can carry it with you. The island of Porquerolles is about 7 km long and 3 km wide. With a good map, you can see the highlights in a single day.
How long does it take to visit Porquerolles?
Once you have a map of Porquerolles in front of you, you’ll quickly get a sense of the island’s size. One day is enough to see the highlights. The island has about 50 km of trails, so you won’t be able to cover them all in just a few hours.
On foot, you can easily visit the village, Fort Sainte-Agathe, and Argent Beach. This beach is a 20- to 25-minute walk from the village. La Courtade Beach is also accessible on foot from the harbor.
To explore further, a bike is the way to go. It will take you to Notre-Dame Beach, the lighthouse, or Le Langoustier. The paths are often unpaved. Some sections are uphill, particularly toward Le Langoustier to the west and toward the lighthouse to the south.
Plan on two days if you want to go swimming, visit the Carmignac Foundation, and go hiking. Take a boat early in the morning to enjoy the island before the crowds arrive. In the summer, visitor numbers are limited to 6,000 per day from late June through August 31. Be sure to book your ferry crossing in advance.
Also keep the weather in mind. Some trails may close in the summer on days with strong winds or a high fire risk.
Where can I download a map of Porquerolles in PDF format?
To plan your day, it’s best to have a map of the island with you. You can download the map of Porquerolles in PDF format directly from this page. Click the “Download Map” button located above our interactive map. The file will be saved to your phone or computer.
This map shows the harbor, the village, and the main trails. You’ll also find the beaches, the forts, and the Cap d’Armes lighthouse. This will help you estimate distances before deciding whether to walk or bike.
Print it out if you’re worried about running out of battery. A day of taking photos and exploring can quickly drain your phone’s battery. A paper copy comes in handy on the trails.
The map also helps you plan your breaks. Restaurants are located in the village, as well as on Argent Beach and Langoustier Beach. The island has a shortage of drinking water in the summer, so be sure to bring water with you before leaving the village.
Where is the tourist office?
With your map in hand, you’ll find the tourist office as soon as you arrive. The Porquerolles tourist information office is located at the Carré du Port. It’s open year-round. The staff at Provence Méditerranée Tourisme will welcome you there.
There, you can get practical information about the island. The staff can also provide information on the entire region, from Hyères to Six-Fours, including Toulon. The office holds the Qualité Tourisme certification. It is also certified under the Tourisme et Handicap program for all four types of disabilities.
In the spring, the office resumes its guided tours. A gift shop offers souvenirs and local products. For example, you’ll find the “Virée à Porquerolles” beer and jams from the Jardins de Porquerolles.
The National Park Center is another useful place to visit on the island. In particular, it lends out an electric-assist handbike to people with disabilities. You can reach them at 04 94 58 07 24.
Where to park in Porquerolles?
Before heading to the port, however, you’ll need to figure out what to do with your car. Porquerolles is a car-free island. So you’ll leave your vehicle on the mainland, near the ferry terminals. During peak season, parking can be difficult.
The Tour Fondue ferry terminal is located at the tip of the Giens Peninsula. Only two roads lead there. In the summer, the last few kilometers are often congested. On-site parking lots charge a fee. Expect to pay around ten euros per day at the Métropole parking lot, and more at private lots.
The Porquerolles parking lot at La Tour Fondue is open from mid-April to early November, and reservations are not accepted. There’s a simpler solution further inland. The Arromanches park-and-ride lot in Hyères is free and has 631 spaces. Bus line 67 departs right across the street and goes to the Tour Fondue.
In July and August, a bus runs every 10 minutes between Arromanches and the Tour Fondue. Upon presentation of your TLV-TVM e-ticket, bus 67 is free from July 1 through August 31. Please note that bicycles are not allowed on the buses.
If you’re departing from La Londe-les-Maures, parking is free, with about 500 spaces. All parking lots for getting to Porquerolles are marked on our map on this page.
What are the must-see attractions?
Once you disembark, you’ll be spoiled for choice. The village is your starting point. Its Place d’Armes, shaded by eucalyptus trees, is home to cafés and pétanque players. The Sainte-Anne Church is right next door.
Here are the must-see spots in Porquerolles:
Fort Sainte-Agathe, built in the 16th century under King Francis I, which overlooks the village and the Hyères harbor.
The Moulin du Bonheur, 200 meters from the fort, with a beautiful view of the harbor.
Argent Beach, the easiest to reach from the village.
Notre-Dame Beach, voted the most beautiful beach in Europe in 2015.
La Courtade Beach, the longest on the island with about 1 km of sand.
Langoustier Beach, at the western tip, with its shallow waters.
The Cap d’Armes Lighthouse, at the southernmost point, offering a view of nearly the entire island.
The Gorges du Loup, a rugged calanque on the southern coast.
The Carmignac Foundation, dedicated to contemporary art, on the Courtade trail.
The southern part of the island offers a wilder landscape. Cliffs give way to sand. The black-sand beach at Langoustier, sheltered from the wind, attracts fewer visitors.
Porquerolles also produces wine under the Côtes de Provence appellation. Two estates share the vineyard: La Courtade and the Domaine de l’Île. The island is part of the Port-Cros National Park. Smoking is prohibited outside the village, and dogs must be kept on a leash.
How do you get to Porquerolles?
Finally, you’ll need to choose your departure port. The boat is the only way to reach Porquerolles. The shortest route departs from La Tour Fondue, on the Giens Peninsula. The TLV-TVM company operates this service year-round, every day.
The crossing is short, taking about a quarter of an hour. By car, from the highway, follow the signs for “Port de Hyères, les îles.” If you don’t have a car, take bus 67 from downtown Hyères to La Tour Fondue.
Other ports serve the island during the summer months. Les Bateliers de la Côte d’Azur offers one round trip per day from Toulon, Les Sablettes, and Saint-Mandrier. They also depart from La Londe-les-Maures from April through October. The crossing takes about 50 minutes during peak season.
In the summer, other towns along the Var coast offer shuttle services to the island. Water taxis also offer private crossings. In July and August, be sure to book your ticket early due to visitor quotas.
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