Making the most of Le Lavandou
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Passengers reach Le Lavandou by tender.
At the foot of the Massif des Maures, Le Lavandou occupies the heart of southern France's Mediterranean coast. Its long sandy beaches, small wild inlets, major international marina and sport-fishing port create a paradise for anyone who loves the water.
Le Lavandou takes its name from the lavender decorating nearby fields and is a favourite stop for visiting yachtsmen. Close by is another flower-named village, Bormes-les-Mimosas, considered one of the loveliest towns in France.
Getting around
A Little Train connects the area's 12 beaches during high season.
Nearby places
Nearby Bormes merits a visit, as do the renowned silver beaches at Cavalière, Pramousquier, Le Canadel and Le Rayol. Col du Canadel offers breathtaking outlooks and beautiful cork-oak woodland. In Le Rayol, explore the superb Domaine de Rayol garden.
Food and shopping
Tempting shops and restaurants contribute to Le Lavandou's appealing Côte d'Azur atmosphere.
Money
The local currency is the Euro.
Staying connected
Call 112 for a local emergency.
Opening Hours and
Across France, most shops, businesses, information services, museums and banks open all day. Smaller shops and enterprises may instead close for lunch between 12.30pm and 2pm. Big shops generally operate from 8 or 9am until 6.30 or 7.30pm Monday to Saturday, while smaller shops trade Tuesday to Saturday, with some opening on Monday afternoon. Boulangeries and food shops are usually available when others shut, normally staying open until noon on Sunday.