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Porquerolles Photo Tour

Explore Porquerolles with our photo tour of the area. Our selection of photos of famous landmarks, architecture, beaches to get a real flavour of the people and their culture to help you choose your next yachting vacation location.

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See the view at Langoustier

Take in the views of Porquerolles at Fort of Langoustier.

Listed in the inventory of historical monuments in 1989, the fort underwent restoration between 2006 and 2010 and prevents a charming glimpse into the past while showing off incredible views of the island.

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Find some incredible underwater wildlife

Being largely covered by national park restrictions, Porquerolles hosts a vast number of marine species who flourish in the closely monitored environment.

Underwater creatures like octopus, eels, crabs, eagle rays and hundreds of fish can be found at the dive sites on a daily basis.

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Find some incredible underwater wildlife

Take a break with Emmanuel Lopez

After seeing the beauty of the national park, the Park And Garden House Emmanuel Lopez is an ideal follow up.

The botanical gardens have a tranquil environment which promotes pure relaxation. Many birds can be seen, making the Park And Garden House Emmanuel Lopez perfect for birders and nature enthusiasts.

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Take a stroll around the village

Established in 1820, the village of Porquerolles has charmed thousands of visitors with it's historical nods to the past and laid back way of life.

The village offers a variety of restaurants to try out and some pretty bars to enjoy locally produced wines while watching the calm movements of the waves.

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Visit Saint Anne

The beautiful 19th century church of Saint Anne is the center of religion for those living on Porquerolles.

Although it's not the only church on the island, the Eglise Saint Anne is the main catholic church for worshippers and it hosts many musical events which are often enjoyed by visitors to the island.

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Absorb the silence of the national park

A large percentage of Porquerolles comes within the boundaries of the Port-Cros National Park.

Strict regulations are in place for visitors but there are some beautiful walks to be enjoyed through the indigenous flora and fauna. The boundaries of the park also stretch out to the nearby island of Bagaud, as well as Gabinière and Rascas.

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Venture to the conservatory

Explore further into the Port - Cros National Park to find the national conservatory and botanical garden of Porquerolles.

The expansive conservatory covers 180 hectares of land which includes three vineyards. Rare varieties of fruit and olive trees can also be seen, in addition to some interesting palm trees.

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Take a bike ride

One of the best ways to explore the island of Porquerolles is by bike.

Many picturesque bike trails can be used across the island, which give unspoilt views of the island and incredible sweeping views from the higher elevations.

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See the Moulin du Bonheur

Located above the village, the Moulin du Bonheur is a pretty 18th century structure which dominates the views above the residences.

The restored windmill is fully functional and is the perfect location to enjoy an evening drink to watch the sunset go down over the Mediterranean.

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Find a hidden creek

Contrasting to the sandy coast in the northern area of the island, the southern coast of Porquerolles is steeped in rock formations and cliffs.

Only accessible by hikers or luxury charter yachts, the southern coast has many private creeks which are secluded and ideal for an afternoon of isolation.

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Take the plunge

Wreck dives are just one reason to take the plunge into the cool waters around Porquerolles.

In addition to the ships which lay scattered around the coastline, there are also a a handful of aircraft to see, some of which are mainly intact, including the Hellcat and Wildcat.

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Listen to some Jazz

Kick back and relax as the most popular festival of the island comes to town.

The annual Jazz A Porquerolles can be found at Fort St. Agathe and is an event not to be missed. With music from across the globe, the festival is a highlight of the southern coast of France and features some big names in Jazz music.

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Make the climb to Saint Agathe

The 16th century Fort Saint Agathe is a historical point of interest on Porquerolles which is definitelty worth the climb.

Built under François I, the cannon tower has been redeveloped many times and now features an exhibition cobering its history. The views alone from the attraction are worth the tiring climb to the monument.

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Watersports at Almanarre

Pack away the sunbathing gear and prepare for an afternoon of adrenaline pumping activities.

The Beach of Almanarre is nearly 5km long and is one of the best beaches for thrilling activities like kite surfing. Conditions are ideal for jet skis and parasailing too.

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Dive at La Gabiniere

The most famous diving location at Porquerolles, La Gabiniere is a completely untouched area of underwater natural beauty.

The marine life here is vibrant and varied. Each dive can introduce new species and sights for every level of diver.

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Rest on the soft sands of the north

Completely different to the southern side of the island, the northern coast of Porquerolles boasts stunning sandy beaches and turquoise waters.

A touch of the Caribbean can be felt on these beaches making them perfect for an afternoon of relaxing or a competitive couple of hours of beach volleyball.

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Be adventurous with advanced diving

One of the popular wreck dives of Porquerolles is the Donator. The natural location of the wreck means advanced diving skills are required as conditions can be dangerous when attempting to reach the remains.

Multiple dives can be taken to the wreckage, that lies in 51 metres of water, as there is so much detail to take in.

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Indulge in a nightcap with Clair de Lune

Aside from the beautiful sunset, the nightfall in September also brings a popular race of the regatta at Clair de Lune.

Setting off around 10PM, the race tours the island of Porquerolles, plus the nearby island of Bagaud on some occasions, and finishes in the early hours of the morning.

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Indulge in a nightcap with Clair de Lune

Get lucky with a custom regatta

As well as the popular regattas throughout the year, some custom regattas also appear on the calendar for Porquerolles.

Events occur throughout the year so when touring Porquerolles with a luxury charter yacht guests may enjoy the Black Pepper Challenge, the Criterium Psaross 33 or even the Yacht Club de France Spring Cup.

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