La Garde, Coastal commune in Var, France
La Garde is a coastal town in the Var department of southeastern France, located in the Toulon metropolitan area. It sits on the Mediterranean shoreline with road access to major routes connecting the region to other parts of southern France.
The settlement first appeared in records in 1056 under the name Guarda, functioning as a strategic watchtower. It remained under the authority of the Toulon bishops during the medieval period.
The University of Toulon-Var and SeaTech engineering school establish La Garde as an educational center, attracting students and researchers from various regions.
The best time to visit is outside summer months when the beaches are less crowded. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes to explore the coastal paths and nearby streets.
A network of rivers and streams flows through the area, with the Eygoutier river joining several tributaries including the Réganas and Lambert. This water system shapes the local landscape in unexpected ways.
Location: Var
Location: arrondissement of Toulon
Elevation above the sea: 35 m
Shares border with: Carqueiranne, La Crau, La Farlède, Le Pradet, Toulon, La Valette-du-Var
Address: 83130 La Garde, France
Phone: +33494089800
Email: contact-mairie@ville-lagarde.fr
Website: http://ville-lagarde.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.12472,6.01056
Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:39
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Ancienne église Notre-Dame de La Garde
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