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Animal Conservatory
Cannet des Maures

At the heart of the Massif des Maures, in the Var, about 20 km from Saint-Tropez and 40 km from Fréjus, the Var Conservatory of animals aims to safeguard animals in danger. The conservatory includes 150 ancient breeds of animals from all continents, and a farm facilitates the breeding of animals over an area of ​​4 hectares. Educational workshops are organized with children, schools to raise children's awareness of a mission: the safeguarding of rare and / or endangered species.

Housed in a beautiful green setting, this park is a must-see if you are staying near the Mediterranean in one of the South-East Campsites with children. This unusual farm opened in 2005 offers visitors the opportunity to approach animals in secure areas.

After your visit, take the time to stroll through the streets of Cannet-des-Maures, one of the many charming villages in the PACA region. This town of 4,350 inhabitants is composed of a beautiful medieval village, Vieux-Cannet, as well as several localities such as Pardiguière, Moulières and Entraygues. Easily accessible thanks to its proximity to the A8 and A57 motorways, it contains a remarkable cultural heritage: Saint-Michel Romanesque church built in the eleventh century, Saint-Jean chapel, Saint-Louis chapel, Templiers Saint-Maisse chapel, Saint chapel -André, chapel of the Trinity, Rogiers castle, oppidum ... During your ride, you will understand why Cannet-des-Maures is one of the oldest villages in Provence. Stroll as a couple, with family or friends in the park of Bouillidou Castle to relax.

Are you one of the vacationers who plan every day of their stay to make the most of their holidays? From Cannet-des-Maures, you can quickly reach the Gulf of Saint-Tropez to admire the superb yachts, or head for the Gorges du Verdon for a memorable descent into rafting in the deepest gorges of Europe. Want to have an active holiday? The Var offers a wide range of activities for you to grab them!