Pointe des Sardinaux

Have a picnic, sunbathe, go for a swim, explore… Welcome to one of Sainte-Maxime’s natural gems, in the Var. Nicknamed ‘Little Corsica’, the Pointe des Sardinaux is a wild peninsula where young and old alike can discover the riches of the Mediterranean coastline: plants, seaweed, shells and shellfish are revealed amongst the rocks.

Our haven of peace

Accessible via the coastal road towards Saint-Raphaël, just before Nartelle beach, the Pointe des Sardinaux remains hidden from view from the road. It can only be reached on foot, and parking – which is limited – is available at the side of the road.

Once there, everyone can create their own perfect day: have a picnic in the shade of the umbrella pines, look at shells and shellfish with the children, relax on a small sandy beach at the tip of the headland, or explore the seabed whilst diving, at depths ranging from 0 to 40 metres.

A true haven of peace in every season, this unspoilt site offers a timeless retreat amongst secluded coves, crystal-clear waters and a shady pine forest.

Nature and heritage

Owned by the Var Department and managed by the local council, the Pointe des Sardinaux forms part of the coastal path.

Two reminders of the past remain there:
– a Second World War bunker, a remnant of the Provence landings on 15 August 1944;
– a fishpond dating from Roman times.

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Dogs allowed

Two areas along the town’s coastline are open to dogs all year round, namely:

the dog beach in the town centre: this is a section of the town centre beach situated opposite the Préconil bridge;
the land area at Pointe des Sardinaux (except in July and August): this natural site (Sensitive Natural Area) is a meeting place for many dogs.
Owners must keep their dogs on a lead at all times and ensure they pick up after their pets, in order to maintain hygiene at these sites and ensure everyone can enjoy the area together. On the town centre beaches (with the exception of the area mentioned above), the Oursins, Nartelle and Garonnette beaches, and the southern tip of the Pointe des Sardinaux, dogs are prohibited all year round.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs, however, are permitted all year round on all beaches.