Making the most of Porquerolles
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
Tenders arrive in the Village on the island's north side, where the tourist office provides a self-service table stocked with brochures, maps and more.
Bring a printable map.
Porquerolles cruise schedule.
Porquerolles is the largest and most westerly of the three Îles d'Hyères. It measures about 7 km (4.3 mi) by 3 km (1.9 mi), with five low hill ranges. Cliffs line the south coast; the north has the port and Notre Dame, La Courtade and Plage d'Argent beaches.
The island has only about 200 inhabitants.
Getting around
In 1988, Porquerolles was placed under French national Trust, or national Park, protection. Its sandy beaches, superb south-side cliff views down to sparkling sea and temperate climate draw visitors to walk or cycle in every season of the year.
Fort Sainte Agathe overlooks the village with a splendid panorama. From April to October, its exhibition covers the island's patrimonial richness and Hyères bay, while guided tours introduce its biological diversity and architectural heritage.
Money
The currency is the Euro.
Staying connected
Several Marine shops provide free WiFi.
The local emergency number is 112.
Opening Hours and
Most French shops, businesses, museums, banks and information services stay open all day. Smaller enterprises may shut for lunch between 12.30pm and 2pm. Larger shops usually trade Monday to Saturday from 8 or 9am to 6.30 or 7.30pm; smaller ones normally open Tuesday to Saturday, with some opening Monday afternoon. Boulangeries and food shops can always be found open when others close, normally until noon on Sunday.