Cemetery of Saint-Tropez, Maritime cemetery in Saint-Tropez, France.
The Saint-Tropez Cemetery sits on a sloping hillside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, featuring graves adorned with hydrangeas and tamarisks that frame panoramic views of the Canoubiers Bay and coastal landscape.
Established in 1791 and relocated to its current position in 1815, this seaside cemetery has undergone multiple expansions in 1855, 1871, 1894, 1920, 1960, and 1980 when a crypt was added.
The cemetery serves as the final resting place for notable figures including singer Pierre Bachelet, music producer Eddie Barclay, painters Paul Signac and Henri Manguin, and filmmaker Roger Vadim, Brigitte Bardot's former husband.
Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, the cemetery is located on Chemin des Graniers and remains easily accessible from Saint-Tropez town center for visitors exploring the area's historical heritage.
Its maritime orientation creates a distinctive setting where graves face the Mediterranean horizon, establishing a contemplative connection between the memory of the deceased and the endless expanse of the sea.
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