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Fréjus (French: ⓘ; Occitan: Frejús [fɾeˈdʒys]) is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in Southeastern France. It neighbours Saint-Raphaël, effectively forming one urban agglomeration. The north of the commune forms part of the Massif de l'Esterel.
- Fréjus Cathedral
- Cloister
- Baptistery
- Mont Vinaigre
- Musée Archéologique
- Fréjus Aquaduct
- Chapelle Notre-Dame-De-Jérusalem
- Musée Des Troupes de Marine
- Amphitheatre
- Malpasset Dam
The cathedral is embedded in a complex of medieval buildings, some going back to the earliest days of Christianity in France. Known as the Cité Épiscopale, this ensemble was fortified and was set around the Gothic Bishop’s Palace. The cube-shaped tower that caps the cathedral’s apse is a tough-looking reminder of these defences. The cathedral itsel...
To the north of the cathedral is the cloister, a place of reflection for the cathedral’s clergy. The arches and columns here are from the 1200s, with capitals depicting the Fleur de Lys, a symbol for the ruling Charles I of Anjou , and keys representing the Bishops of Fréjus. If you look up in the galleries you’ll see delicately carved and painted ...
The Cathedral’s Frankish baptistery is fascinating enough to merit a separate entry. This part of the cathedral dates all the way back to the 400s, making it the oldest Christian site in Provence and one of the oldest in all of France. The baptistery was covered up in the 1300s and wasn’t rediscovered until 1925, and over time the archaeologists ha...
The Esterel Massif is a range of dusty, maquis -coated mountains between Fréjus and Cannes to the northeast. The tallest of these is Mont Vinaigre, which is more than 600 metres high and is easy to access on the DN7 road on the way to Cannes. The 30-minute climb from the car park is stiff without being exhausting, and the path is skirted by juniper...
The city has been digging up exciting artefacts from the ancient city of Forum Julii since the 1800s. And many of the best pieces have ended up in this museum. These excavations have revealed captivating insights about the makeup of the city and customs of the people who lived here, such as funeral rites and domestic life. And it’s all laid out for...
Antiquarians can go on a little journey of discovery on the route of the 40-kilometre aqueduct that channelled water from the Foux and Siagnole Rivers to ancient Forum Julii via a line of underground conduits and tall bridges. Right in the city there are four tall piers to ponder in the Parc de la Villa Aurélienne. But if you’re an avid historian y...
Also just off the DN7 in the hills behind Fréjus is a thrilling slab of 20th century French culture. The artist, poet and film-maker Jean Cocteau was hired to design this chapel in the middle of pine and cork forest. When Cocteau died in 1963 with the chapel still half completed, his adopted son, the actor, Édouard Dermit stepped in to complete the...
The Troupes de Marine is a waterborne arm of the French Army, and was founded by Cardinal Richelieu in 1622. This museum explores the history of the Troupes de Marine, which is entwined with French colonialism and so is a rich resource if you’re interested in that period of history. The many well-labelled display cases contain uniforms, weapons, ma...
Until the last few years the city’s amphitheatre had been a picturesque ruin, with big chunks of the seating terraces and arena decaying but still very easy to make out and fun to potter around. Victor Hugo was one of many people to sing the praises of the old structure. The building has since been restored as a venue for public events, and the anc...
A couple of minutes outside Fréjus is what is left of the Malpasset Dam, which was built in 1952 but broke in 1959 at the cost of 423 lives. The site of the dam has been untouched since the disaster and stands as a kind of memorial. You can see where a vast section of the dam was washed away in the flood, and huge pieces of reinforced concrete stil...
Dive into the heart of the Côte d'Azur where Mediterranean and Provence unite for some unforgettable moments. A two-hour flight from the largest capitals of Europe, a unique experience awaits you. Here in Fréjus you're at home! 5 good reasons to come to Fréjus.
Plongez en plein cœur de la Côte d’Azur où méditerranée et Provence s’unissent pour vous faire vivre des instants inoubliables. A deux heures de vol des plus grandes capitales d’Europe, une expérience unique vous attend. Ici à Fréjus vous êtes chez vous ! 5 bonnes raisons de venir à Fréjus.
France This Way review: you will find a calm, pretty town centre to explore at Fréjus, as well as an impressive cathedral, so the town merits a visit when you are visiting this region. The medieval centre of Frejus is centred around the Place Formagé where the cathedral of Saint Léonce and the town hall occupy two sides of the square.
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Jun 11, 2024 · Fréjus is a must-see destination on the Côte d’Azur. With its beach, its rich historical heritage and the spectacular landscapes of the Massif de l’Estérel, the town offers a multitude of activities.
