Sainte-Maxime

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The name Sainte-Maxime appears to have been bestowed by the monks of the Lérins Islands. Indeed, these ecclesiastics are said to have given our village, then under construction, the name of one of the saints of their order: Sainte Maxime. According to legend, Maxime was the daughter of the Count of Grasse, Lord of Antibes. Born into a noble family, she was drawn to religious life and left behind her sumptuous existence and wealth to devote herself entirely to God.

After taking her vows at the Monastery of Saint-Cassien, the nun quickly became a model for her community. It is likely for this reason that she was chosen to lead the Monastery of Callian, where she spent her final days. The residents of Sainte-Maxime are invited to pay tribute to their patron saint during the patronal feast, celebrated every 15 May, the anniversary of her passing.

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Le Jardin

118 Avenue Charles De Gaulle, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 58 28 15 44

Le Maïmo

90 Av. Charles de Gaulle, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 98 13 63 65

Le WYC

35 Av. Général Touzet du Vigier, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 94 96 15 13

Les P'tits Galets

31 Boulevard Jean Moulin, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

Le Prao

39 Av. Général Touzet du Vigier, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 94 49 11 11

La Voile

55 Av. Général Touzet du Vigier, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 94 49 19 12

Les Tourelles

5 Boulevard des Cistes, 83120 Sainte-Maxime

04 94 96 67 87

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Must-sees

The markets

The Provencal market of the charming town of Sainte-Maxime, nestled in the heart of the French Riviera, is an irresistible invitation to discover the authentic flavours and colours of the Mediterranean terroir.

Sainte-Maxime Market

Throughout the year, come and discover every Thursday morning the regional produce, with its aromas of spices, savoury delights, sugar, fruits, vegetables, cheeses, honey, jams and a wealth of Provencal specialities.

Market square and pedestrian street

Covered Market

Throughout the year, come and discover the covered market from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm and from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm, except Sundays from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Rue Fernand Bessy, 83120 Sainte Maxime

Saint-Tropez Market

Throughout the year, come and discover the Saint-Tropez market located on the Place des Lices, every Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm.

Place des Lices, 83990 Saint-Tropez

The beaches of Sainte-Maxime

Elephants Beach
La Nartelle Beach
La Madrague Beach
Pointe des Sardinaux
Town Centre Beach
La Croisette Beach
La Garonnette Beach

Must-do trails

Le Sentier du Deffend

3h – 8.3 km – 415m

La pointe de Sardinaux

20 min – 3.5 km

Les Bateaux Verts

Reach Saint-Tropez from the coastal towns of Sainte-Maxime, Les Marines de Cogolin, Port-Grimaud and Les Issambres while avoiding traffic jams. With today's congested roads, Les Bateaux Verts offer the fastest and most pleasant way to get there.

www.bateauxverts.com

Key events

March

Marathon du Golfe de Saint Tropez

From Sainte-Maxime to Cavalaire-sur-Mer, this unique event is the opportunity to (re)discover the legendary Gulf of Saint-Tropez from an entirely new perspective.