Saint Tropez, situated on the French Riviera 104 km to the east of Marseille in Provence Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of southeastern France is one of the best places for vacation in Europe. The town derives it name from a martyr named Saint Torpes. It’s a small town with population of less than 10,000 and surrounded is by ports and villas. Local people residing here are known as Tropéziens and the town is popularly known as “St-Trop”. Set on the pacific blue water of the Bay of Saint-Tropez, this new version of a medieval town is most popular for the line of yachts along the quai, and the facing line of terrace cafés, divided by a parade of strolling tourists and slow cruising expensive cars.
It is famous for its beaches and pleasant sunny climate. It attracts posh summertime crowd,especially some of the Hollywood elite class.Thats why Saint Tropez is also known as ‘Playground of celebrities and jetsetters’,because of its high flying celebrity visitors.
It is famous for its beaches and pleasant sunny climate. It attracts posh summertime crowd,especially some of the Hollywood elite class.Thats why Saint Tropez is also known as ‘Playground of celebrities and jetsetters’,because of its high flying celebrity visitors.
Classy Nightclubs, sensational lounges, endless cafes, opulent yachts, innumerable gift shops, tasteful art galleries,multi-cuisine restaurants, hotels and a plethora of places where you can guzzle finest liquor of rare brands with authentic delicacies are some of the attractions of St. Tropez. This is one place to flaunt all you have and can raise your spirit and enlighten your mood with never ending excitement.A perfect spot for a classy vacation with your girlfriend or family.The best thing we like about this cosy European town is that it offers a lot to all age group and all classes.
Lets have a look at some nice snaps of this beautiful place.
Places to visit: –
Beaches: St. Tropez is famous for its beaches like Baie de Pampelonne which is a famous sandy beach where you can explore restaurants, take showers, hit the dance floor, relax in lounge. Plage de Tahiti located in southeast town is another beautiful beach which attracts millions of people.
Café and Clubs: St. Tropez Cafés and Clubs are famous for its ambience and luxurious comfort. One such club is Club 55 which is a hub of excitement and chill where,if you are lucky, may find some of the Hollywood celebrities enjoying their vacation.
Markets: Place des Lices market is very famous among tourists.
Art and Museum: Citadelle Museum built in 16th century reminds us about previous fortification with current structure walls.
Fisherman Houses: Walk along the harbour to view the fisherman’s house, painted in pale pastels with deep terracotta, exotic restaurants and giant size swanky yachts on the other side.
Things to do: –
Water Sports Activities: Water sports, rafting, sailing, scuba diving, and other water adventure activities could be explored endlessly.
Shopping: St Tropez is flooded with malls and shopping stores. Some of the best stores to do shopping are Rondini, Alain Monoukain, Anne Fontiane, Martini Lucile.
Wine: St Tropez is in the area of the Côte de Provence wines. There are several vineyards in and around St Tropez and nearby Gassin that offer great opportunity for visitors to taste authentic wine.
Yachting: Go for a classy and sensuous yachting along with your sexy girlfriend.Be in the class of flamboyant billionaire Richard Branson of Virgin group.
Sightseeing: You can spend your holidays relaxing leisurely in the numerous galleries,restaurants,eye catchy places.
Best time to visit: –
Although St. Tropez is very expensive and attracts throng in high season you may get good deals at an attractive price. The best time to go is May, June, and after mid September and October. Though the places tends to be crowded around the cannes film festival, you may get to few stars.
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