Visiter Fréjus

Discover 15 must-see visits and activities during your stay at our camping in Frejus

Visit the historic centre of Frejus

The old town of Frejus reveals over two thousand years of history. The cathedral of Sainte-Leonce and its 5th-century baptistery stand alongside a remarkably preserved Romanesque cloister. Roman remains, including sections of the aqueduct and the amphitheatre, blend into the colourful facades of Provencal houses along the narrow lanes.

Spend an evening at Luna Park Frejus

Luna Park in Frejus is one of the largest permanent funfairs on the French Riviera. Open every evening during summer, it offers bumper cars, carousels and thrill rides suited to all ages. Families generally spend two to three hours here, with the illuminated seafront adding to the atmosphere.

Experience thrills at Aqualand Frejus

Aqualand Frejus spreads across 7 hectares, making it the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With 19 attractions from wave pools to high-speed slides, the park draws visitors from across the Var between June and September. A dedicated area welcomes children from age two.

Visit the Frejus Zoological Park

The Frejus zoological park was created in 1971 on a former olive grove north of town. Its 20 hectares shelter around 130 species in landscaped enclosures shaded by Mediterranean pines. The circuit takes roughly 90 minutes through zones dedicated to primates, big cats and tropical birds.

Discover the Areca Park

Near the seafront, Areca park is the botanical garden of Frejus, where Mediterranean and exotic vegetation coexist along shaded paths. Palm trees, bamboo groves and ornamental ponds create a peaceful retreat minutes from the beaches. Admission is free, and the garden is particularly pleasant in spring.

Stroll around the harbour

Port-Frejus is a modern marina built in the 1980s at the mouth of the Argens river. Its pedestrian quays are lined with restaurants, ice-cream parlours and boutiques. The harbour accommodates around 750 berths, and the views toward the Esterel massif make it a favourite spot for an evening walk.

Hike up Mont Vinaigre

At 618 metres, Mont Vinaigre is the highest point of the Esterel massif, roughly 20 kilometres west of Frejus. The marked trail from the Col du Testanier takes about 45 minutes to the summit. On clear days, the panorama stretches from the Baie de Cannes to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

Relax on the Sablettes beach

The beach of the Sablettes is the widest sandy stretch in Frejus and the closest to the town centre, about ten minutes on foot. Its gentle slope and shallow waters make it suited to families with young children. Lifeguards supervise the bathing zone throughout July and August.

Enjoy the outdoors at Base nature Francois Leotard

Stretching over 135 hectares along the coast, Base nature is one of the largest open-air leisure parks in the Var. The site offers cycling paths, skate areas, beach volleyball courts and kitesurfing spots. Entry is free, and the flat terrain makes it popular with runners and families year-round.

Discover the Frejus markets

Frejus holds its main open-air markets on Tuesdays and Fridays around Place Formige. Stallholders sell local Var products including olive oil from Lorgues, honey from the Maures hills and goat cheese from the hinterland. The Provencal gastronomy on display draws both residents and visitors throughout the year.

Visit the Archaeological Museum

The archaeological museum of Frejus houses Gallo-Roman artefacts unearthed during excavations across the town. Its most notable piece is the Hermes bicephale, a two-headed marble bust. Mosaics and everyday objects illustrate daily life in Forum Julii, the colony founded by Julius Caesar around 49 BC.

See the Malpasset dam

The remains of the Malpasset dam lie on the Reyran river, about 7 kilometres north of Frejus. The arch dam collapsed on 2 December 1959 after torrential rain, releasing a 40-metre wave that reached the town in roughly twenty minutes. The scattered concrete blocks now serve as an open-air memorial.

Try a scuba diving initiation

Several dive centres along the coast offer scuba diving initiation sessions for beginners aged eight and above. Equipment is provided and a certified instructor accompanies each group into the clear waters of the Baie de Frejus. The seabed supports posidonia meadows, colourful wrasses and occasional octopuses at 6 to 12 metres depth.

Visit the Museum of local history and traditions

The museum of local history and traditions occupies a restored bourgeois house in the historic centre. Its rooms recreate scenes of daily life from past centuries, with displays of old crafts, Provencal furniture and period costumes. The collection complements the Roman heritage found elsewhere in Frejus.

Try your luck at the Frejus casino

The casino of Frejus sits near the seafront and welcomes visitors every evening. Guests find slot machines, electronic roulette and table games including blackjack and poker. The venue also hosts occasional live entertainment after a day on the beaches of the Var coast.