Mons
Between the mountains and the sea, Mons is Provence at it’s best! It is one of the six historic “Villages perche” (sitting on a hilltop) that make up the Canton De Fayence. Dating from 49BC, and built around a Saracen fort in 1113AD this quiet, truly beautiful village and the surrounding countryside have much to offer the discerning holiday traveler.
Les Grottes de St Cezaire
Discovered in 1890, the caves at St Cezaire are well known for the diversity and richness of their limestone and extraordinary natural red coloration. www.lesgrottesdestcezaire.com
Lac St Cassien
Lac St Cassien is one of the best Carp fishing lakes in Europe and also a great lake for swimming and sailing.
Golf Courses
There are many championship golf courses near Mons. They include: Terre Bianche, Four Seasons, Chateau de Taulane, Clos Amic.
Gorge du Verdon
Europe’s deepest gorge is great for white water rafting, rock climbing, bungy jumping, and so much more. A visit to the Gorge Du Verdon starts at Castellan and is a must do trip.
Fayence Airport Gliding and ULM
Fayence airport is home to the best gliding in Europe. For lessons and courses see: www.beyond.fr
Grasse perfumes and museums
Possibly the most important perfume production area in the world, this hill town above Cannes has many museums and showrooms celebrating its history in perfume making. Www.fragonard.fr
Gorge de Siagnol
Gorge de Siagnol is a nature-lovers paradise where one will find waterfalls, 2000 year-old Roman-made trout pools and aqueducts, wet hanging gardens and plunge pools.
Cannes
Cannes is one of the best-known cities of the French Riviera. A busy tourist destination and host of the annual Cannes Film Festival, it’s an easy 45-minute drive from Mons.
