10/07/2026
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Family holidays in the Var are not reserved for long summer days. The Var coastline offers a gentle way of life all year round. The softer light brings out the relief of the landscape, and the villages can be explored far from the summer bustle. Add a touch of yellow with the mimosas and you have the perfect postcard scenery.
Fancy enjoying it with your loved ones? Our 3-star hotel Les Terrasses du Bailli offers a soothing setting for a family break in the Var.
Running low on vitamin D? Press pause with a family getaway in the Var. Goodbye grey skies, hello blue skies, a mild, sunny climate and cheeks rosy from the sea air. Out of season, the streets once lined with holidaymakers become far quieter. You can wander the markets at your own pace, and the shopkeepers are as welcoming as ever.
Winter also has some delicious moments in store. Taste the region’s wines, the black truffle and the Provençal specialities that warm both hearts and plates. As a bonus, the season often means more affordable accommodation. You will have a better chance of finding THE room that suits your whole family.
Close to your family hotel in the Var, the mimosa turns the hills into a fragrant yellow landscape. From January to March, peaking in February, follow this golden scarf, a symbol of elegance and tenderness. All around you, your eyes will settle on valleys and gardens covered in luminous pompoms. A spectacle you will never tire of photographing.
During the mimosa season, the Domaine du Rayol offers a full experience in the winter sunshine. The Jardin des Méditerranées shines thanks to some forty species of mimosa with varied shapes, foliage and fragrances. It only takes a few minutes to reach this yellow paradise.
The Domaine also runs L’Odyssée des mimosas, a guided tour with the Balade Nature Commentée label. This walk introduces you to acacias from around the world, from their history to the issues surrounding invasive species.
In the south of France, set off on a 130 km fragrant journey. This colourful adventure takes you from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Grasse, the world capital of perfume. The Route du Mimosa crosses eight towns and villages, including Le Rayol-Canadel, where our hotel in the Var is located. Each stage reveals breathtaking viewpoints where yellow heightens the intensity of the blue.
In Bormes, wander the terraced streets lined with colourful façades and gardens lit up with yellow in winter. Explore the markets and let yourself be swept up by the local festivities that tell the story of this plant from Australia. At the end of February, do not miss the Corso Fleuri, one of the most eagerly awaited popular festivals. During this famous parade, decorated floats, brass bands and petals fill the streets in a festive atmosphere.
Only those who live near the sea know the pleasure of walking on the sand wrapped up warm in a coat. The beach in winter has that special something that makes you appreciate it even more. The thermometer may not read 30°C, yet this pause facing the Mediterranean is genuinely invigorating. The sea is darker and the viewpoints remain just as magnetic.
Head to the beach at Le Rayol-Canadel or Cavalaire-sur-Mer and let the children play in the sand. At the end of the day, the sun sets quickly on the horizon and offers displays every bit as beautiful as in high season. Watch it as a family from the private beach located 200 m from our family hotel in the Var.
Winter is particularly well suited to walks in nature. The mild temperatures and sparser vegetation open up panoramas that summer often hides behind the foliage.
The coastal path in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, for example, is like the wild version of the Saint-Tropez postcard. Follow the marked coastal trail to reach some of our favourites:
In winter, the villages of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez recover the intimate soul that gives you time to capture their essence. The mistral clears the sky and gives it that very particular light typical of Provençal landscapes.
Stroll around the harbour of Saint-Tropez with only the murmur of the water as background noise. This serenity also reaches the hilltop villages of the Haut-Var, such as Gassin, La Garde-Freinet or Cotignac.
As a family, plan an unforgettable day on the Îles d’Or (Porquerolles, Port-Cros, Le Levant). Visible from your bedroom window, they turn into a true haven of peace once you step off the boat. On land, cycle, walk and share a picnic facing the clear waters of the Mediterranean.
Les Terrasses du Bailli rolls out the red carpet for families looking for calm in a hotel in the Var. Recharge your batteries in a 1930s Provençal holiday home facing the Mediterranean. Our team takes care of every detail so that your holiday stays memorable. You also benefit from family-friendly services: taxi transfer service, the addition of a cot or an extra bed. Every morning, enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast before heading to the outdoor swimming pool (heated in season).
Fancy a few hours of rest? Unwind 5 minutes away on foot at the spa of our neighbouring hotel, Le Bailli de Suffren. You will enjoy a unique experience facing the sea, with treatments tailored to your needs and expectations.
At Les Terrasses du Bailli, spend a dream holiday in our family hotel in the Var. Every detail is designed so that you feel as good as at home. Book your next getaway online to take advantage of our special offers.
