
St-Tropez
One of the most popular destinations on the French South Coast, St Tropez was once a small fishing village. Home of Henri Matisse, Paul Signac, Picasso, Francoise Sagan, Jacques Prévert and many others. It was made famous by Brigitte Bardot as a place for the rich and famous, and is now a harbour for very large, expensive yachts lined up along the quay side, facing a with exclusive boutiques.
In the summer, celebrity spotting is a popular sport. The Night life is lively. Helicopters can add to this, bringing in one of the many luxurious villas on the bay. The most famous celebrities go directly to the private and secluded estates along the coast.
View St-Tropez Port
View ports arround St-Tropez
Restaurants in St Tropez
Le CaféA celebrity hideout in summer.
www.lecafe.fr
Beaches in St Tropez
Le Club 55Everyone flocks to the Plage de Pampelonne just outside St Tropez
www.leclub55.com
Markets in St Tropez
Every Tuesday and Saturday at the Places des Lices.On Sunday mornings the brocantes (antiques market) at Jas de Robert. It's in a field between St Tropez and Gimaud.
Events in St Tropez
International Polo Cup - Septemberwww.polo-st-tropez.com
Les Voiles de Saint Tropez - October
www.snst.org
The Giraglia Rolex Cup - June
www.rolex.com