Bagnols-en-Forêt

Bagnols-en-Forêt is a commune in Provence in southeastern France, spreading across wooded hills within a natural landscape. The settlement sits in an area where forests, gentle elevations, and open spaces blend together.

The village developed in a region with long human settlement and was shaped for centuries by farming and forestry. In modern times, it grew into an expanding residential area that attracted increasing numbers of residents.

The village's name comes from the thermal baths once found in the area, reflecting a deep connection to water and nature that shaped local life. Today, forests dominate the landscape and continue to define how residents relate to their surroundings.

The village is well-positioned and lies within reach of larger towns such as Fréjus and Fayence. Visitors can explore the surrounding landscape on foot and have access to hiking trails and climbing areas nearby.

From a local viewpoint, it is possible to see the Esterel mountains, the coastal town of Fréjus, and the Mediterranean Sea all at once on clear days. This rare view shows how close the highlands and the sea truly are to each other.

Location: Var

Location: arrondissement of Draguignan

Industry: administration publique générale

Shares border with: Saint-Paul-en-Forêt, Les Adrets-de-l'Estérel, Callas, Callian, Fréjus, Montauroux, Le Muy, Puget-sur-Argens, Roquebrune-sur-Argens, Tourrettes

Address: 83600 Bagnols-en-Forêt, France

Phone: +33494403150

Email: mairie@bagnolsenforet.fr

Website: http://bagnolsenforet.fr

GPS coordinates: 43.53778,6.69833

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48