Saint-Tropez

Entry/Visa
To Enter St. Tropez there are no requirements for a visa. You will have to bring a valid passport.

Vaccines
There are no special vaccinations necessary when going to St. Tropez other than the standard vaccinations.

Climate
Due to St. Tropez being located on the French Riviera there is a very mild weather with a lot of sunshine throughout the whole year. During the summer the skies are mostly blue and the climate is at its hottest. The peak of the summer is from June to August reaching a temperature of 30 °C. Spring and autumn become somewhat cooler however still reaching a temperature of 20 °C. During the winter season it is colder than all year around however the temperature still rises to about 15 °C.

Currency
In St. Tropez the currency is Euros.

Language
The language spoken in St. Tropez is French however most locals also speak English and other European languages.

Telephone reception
You will have no problem using your domestic telephone in St. Tropez as there is very good reception.

Customs / Culture / Traditions
In the last century St. Tropez has become a very popular holiday destination. It was once a great naval town due to its location at the Mediterranean Sea. St. Tropez has become very famous for its parties and beaches however still maintained its history, culture and traditions. From the 15th century onwards St. Tropez was mainly oriented towards the sea focusing on fishing, coastal shopping and trading’s for import and export. In 1944 St. Tropez was one of the first towns in the Provence to be liberated. From that point onwards many famous locals started visiting St. Tropez and even today it gets fully occupied by world famous celebrities who spend the summer time in the luxury villas and hotels.
St. Tropez has kept its provincial flair which can be seen in the town Centre and the architecture of the houses. The marina is a very famous one as it ranges from small fisherman boats to luxury yachts. It is common for the fisherman to sell their daily catch at stands nearby the marina alongside with freshly collected fruits and vegetables.



Religion
Most locals in St. Tropez are Catholic.

Airports / Car rental
There are many different airports located near St. Tropez therefore it is very easy to travel there. The closest airport is “La Mole Airport” which is a relatively small airport however there are many international and domestic airlines which travel in an out this airport. There are three other airports located somewhat further away from St. Tropez being: “Toulon Hyères Airport” in Toulon about 52 km away, “Nice Cote d’Azur International Airport” located in Nices about 64 km away and “Marseille Provence Airport” located in Marignane about 150 km away. At each of these airports it is possible to rent a car directly.

Public transport
It is very simple to travel to and in St. Tropez. The public buses travel regularly through neighboring towns and the airports. Therefore they are extremely convenient and allow people to be flexible. There are also several train stations located close to St. Tropez. Due to St. Tropez being a small town many people decide to either walk or bicycle around, therefore this can be recommended.

Taxis / Infrastructure
There are many taxi options within St. Tropez however they can get a little more expensive.

Events
There is a lot to do and see in St. Tropez. It has a high tourism industry and offers a number of seasonal festivals and popular events. At the “Place de Lices” there are provincial markets held every Tuesday and Saturday morning. At the “Place aux Herbes” there is also a daily fish market. At the end of May and beginning of June there is an event called “Fete de la Bravade” where parades go around the resort including a lot of music and dancing. On the 5th of June there is the “Fete des Espagnols” where locals celebrate St. Tropez’s successful defense against the attempt of the Spanish invasion in the 16th century. During September there is an event called “Fete des Vendanges” which is a festival when the grape harvest beginning is celebrated. There are many more events in St. Tropez.

Culinary Specialities
In St. Tropez the cuisine is somewhat different to the rest of France. Dishes here have been strongly influenced by Mediterranean spices and flavors. The local specialties are mainly Seafood and certain dairy products.

Lifestyle / Sights
In St. Tropez there are a variety of things one can do and see. All these things give an image of the St. Tropez lifestyle amongst which are:
- The variety of St. Tropez beaches
- Wine tasting and viewing the Vineyards
- Coastal Hiking tours
- Sports and a variety of water sports
- The Old Port “Vieux Port”
- “Place aux Herbes” this is where the markets are
- “Place des Lices”
- “Chateau Suffren” This Castle is one of the oldest trademarks in St. Tropez.
- “La Maison des Papillons” which is butterfly Museum.
- “Musée de l’Annonciade” demonstrading various paintings and art galleries.