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WHAT IS THERE TO SEE IN SAINT-TROPEZ ? Here
are some places to visit which must not be missed… |
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The
name is derived from pieces of long wood which demarcated the playing
grounds
The locals, celebrities, and tourists gather together for the pleasure of playing a game of "boules". |
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Naval and historical museum which traces the maritime past of Saint-Tropez. Open every day except Tuesday. |
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| La Place des Lices | O | La Citadelle | |||||
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A
high dignitary of the royal Navy who had a fabulous destiny.
His statue thrones the port. In bronze: it was manufactured symbolically with the bronze of the guns taken from the enemy and offered by Napoleon III. Sculptor, Montagne. |
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Beside
the tourist office.
Fishermen and fishmongers wait for you every morning to sell you the most wonderful fish of the region. To be seen: walls covered with mosaics and stalls in marble. Its door marks the entry to the old fortified Saint-Tropez. |
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| La Statue du Bailli de Suffren | O | The Fish Market | |||||
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The
most famous bell-tower and the most photographed in the world.
It has a splendid organ and stained glassed windows. |
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At
the entry to the city in front of the Monoprix shop.
Famous thanks to the film actor Louis de Funès |
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| The Church of the Assumption | O | The "Gendarmerie" | |||||
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Situated
in rue Etienne Berny: a small street which crosses la rue Allard.
Genuine butterfly museum where the aesthetic reigns, butterflies are present with the works of the great artist Dany Lartigue. Open every day except Sunday. Adults 3.05€. Free for children under10 years. |
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Gathering
and exhibitions of boats " in Latin Sails ":
: delight for all... |
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| The house of the butterflies | O | The "Latin Sails" | |||||
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Every
Tuesday and Saturday on the Place des Lices.
One of the most beautiful typical markets of the Côte d'Azur. |
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Come
to celebrate July 14th and\or August 15th on board :
Fireworks seen since the sea : a rare moment ! |
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Superb
exhibitions worthy of the largest national museums.
Open every day except Tuesday. Closed at present for work. |
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From
24 th till 2 October 2011:
Gathering of Antique and modern Sailboats. an unforgettable spectacle ! |
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| Le Musée de l'Annonciade | Les Voiles de St-Tropez | ||||||
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Take
advantage of your visit to see all these tourist sites during your cruise
on board the Pouncho.
The cultural and historical history of Saint-Tropez as well as the hideouts of the rich and famous will hold no more secrets for you thanks to the instructive comments of the crew. |
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