Grimaud, Medieval hilltop village in Var, France
Grimaud is a medieval village perched on a rocky hilltop in Provence, crowned by an 11th-century stone castle with defensive walls that overlook the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The settlement spreads around this fortress, with narrow lanes winding between ancient stone houses.
The Grimaldi family received this territory in 973 as a reward for helping William the Good expel Saracen forces from the fortress of Fraxinet. This defensive victory against foreign invaders shaped the founding and early growth of the settlement.
The Church of Saint-Michel displays Gothic architecture with three naves and anchors the center of the village. Regular markets in the village square maintain Provençal traditions that have endured through the centuries.
The village lies about 10 kilometers from Saint-Tropez and is accessible by bus, with parking at the base of the hill. Wear comfortable shoes, as the narrow cobblestone lanes climb steeply toward the castle at the top.
The village includes Port Grimaud, a water-based town built in the 1960s with canals and bridges where each house has its own boat at the door. This unusual project merges residential living with water access in Mediterranean style.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Château Aurélien de Fréjus
6.4 km
Azur Park
4.6 km
Château de Grimaud
176 m
Château Bertaud
6.2 km
Golf de Beauvallon
6.8 km
Plage du Centre Ville
5.1 km
Chapelle des Pénitents
268 m
Moulin Saint-Roch
451 m
Golf Up
2.6 km
Les Marines de Cogolin
5.8 km
Plage des Cigales
8.1 km
Plage du Gros Pins
6.2 km
Église Saint-Michel de Grimaud
131 m
Maison, rue des Templiers
109 m
Plage de Guerrevielle
7.4 kmVilla Vent d'Aval
6.9 kmVilla Seynave
6.4 km
Plage de la Moune
7.2 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Queste
1.9 km
Club-house du golf de Beauvallon
6.9 km
Plage du Vieux Moulin
6.8 kmScenic viewpoint
185 m
Plage Sud
5.2 kmScenic viewpoint
4.9 kmScenic viewpoint
5.8 kmScenic viewpoint
449 mLes Roches Blanches
6.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes