Port-Cros National Park
Île de Port-Cros
One of Europe's first marine national parks. The whole island is a protected area, with forest trails and underwater snorkeling routes.
Port-Cros Island is the core of the Port-Cros National Park, established in 1963. The island has almost only one small harbor village, and smoking, plant picking and cycling are prohibited. The classic route is a one-hour walk to Plage de la Palud. In summer, there is a snorkeling trail with underwater signs, where you can see seagrass beds and schools of fish. You can also take the long route around the island or climb to the fortress for views. Ferries depart from Hyères harbor or from Le Lavandou and take about one hour.
Opening hours
Open all day; ferry schedule varies by season
Nearby sights
- Fort de Brégançon
- Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Domaine du Rayol
- Porquerolles
- Chartreuse de la Verne
- Giens Peninsula
- Salins des Pesquiers
- Plage de l'Almanarre