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In a glamour and traditional setting, here is “the most famous small fishing village of the world”. After Colette, Maupassant, Sagan or Brigitte Bardot, there is no doubt that you will be charmed by Saint-Tropez. Hôtel des Lices is the main starting point for a colorful ride.

First step : the port with the great Bailli de Suffren statue that keeps a yacht garrison at bay and wisely in line. And then walking up to the Citadelle and its museum whose treasures are guarded by a division of peacocks spreading their tail.

The stronghold overhangs the famous bell tower and open the way for the walkers on the coastal path. When you are back to Place des Lices, it is just so good to go for a stroll in the shade of centenary plane-trees.

After an unmissable shopping session in paradise of greatest luxury galleries, going on your leisurely walk in the alleys of Saint-Tropez to soak up the fishermen home atmosphere.

Such a day in Technicolor should not end without a souvenir photo taken in front of the gendarmerie, forever immortalized by the famous french actor Louis de Funès. And before starting a new day, the port leads you yet in the funny wave of night activities.

PROVENÇAL MARKET
(Tuesdays and Saturday mornings)
Don’t miss this opportunity to awaken all your senses in the lively Provencal market.Also visit the picturesque fish market, weekday mornings.
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON EUROFESTIVAL
(7th - 10th May 2009)
The European event of the Milwaukee brand which each year attracts bikers the world over in a peaceful gathering (8,000 last year) across the roads of the St Tropez gulf. The sputtering ‘Harley Village’, with stands, concerts and chrome-plated fun sets up camp for four days in the Prairies de la Mer, at Port-Grimaud.
www.harley-davidson.com

LES BRAVADES
(16-17-18 May)
For over 440 years this Provencal tradition has endured in its own particular way in Saint-Tropez on 16th, 17th and 18th May. Both religious and military in origin, the celebration reflects the attachment of the St Tropez inhabitants to their past and their devotion to their Patron Saint.
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GIRALIA ROLEX CUP
(mi-June)
Organised by the Yacht Club Italiano and the Saint-Tropez Nautical Society, this event gathers together more than 200 racing yachts of all sizes, eagerly pitched against each other around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez before taking on the challenge of the main Saint-Tropez - Portofino race.
www.rolex.com

RIVA RUNABOUT CUP
(last weekend of July)
The last weekend in July provides a date with tradition when the Riva meeting brings together the aficionados of these nautical gems which inevitably evoke the golden years of the Dolce Vita. This large gathering of boats from the Italian constructor Carlo Riva, is well-established in the programme of the most prestigious nautical events and gives the collectors of these legendary boats the pleasure of competing in the most elegant of races on the waters of the Gulf of St Tropez.
www.riva-yacht.com

INTERNATIONNAL POLO CUP
(beginning of september)
Organised by the Saint-Tropez Polo Club and the Haras de Gassin, this event gathers together a large number of international teams competing for the most sought-after trophy of the Cote d’Azur.
www.poloclubfile.eu

VOILES DE SAINT TROPEZ
(beginning of october)
Each year at the same time, more than 250 modern and traditional yachts gather in the bay of Saint-Tropez for an amazing nautical meeting. Organised by the Saint-Tropez Nautical Society, the Voiles de Saint-Tropez, formerly known as La Nioulargue, forms an integral part of the town’s history and an essential feature of its calendar of events.
www.snst.org

ANTIPODEAN FILM FESTIVAL
(13th - 19th October 2009)
An unmissable event for film buffs. The programme of events is both accessible and demanding, showing the best in Australian and New Zealand film. Entry to screenings at the St Tropez cinema La Renaissance is free all week.
Hôtel des Lices has been a partner of the festival from its very beginning. We welcome all the actors, directors, musicians and other artists asked to judge the event.
www.festivaldesantipodes.org

BRADERIE DES COMMERCANTS
(last weekend of October)
During the ‘grande braderie’ the town’s shops and boutiques slash their prices. A major event in Saint Tropez life eagerly awaited by those hoping to pick up bargains.
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CHRISTMAS IN SAINT TROPEZ
(december)
Every year Saint-Tropez lights up to celebrate Christmas. The Magic Forest on the Place des Lices, the ice rink, the illumination of the facades around the old port. These and other events lend a warm atmosphere to the small Riviera village.
www.saint-tropez.fr