Regional Heritage Sites
Explore the architectural history of Saint-Tropez through its defensive towers, religious landmarks, and historic estates. This collection features the 10th-century Tour Jarlier, the baroque Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption with its distinctive ochre bell tower, and the 19th-century Château de la Moutte, once the residence of Émile Ollivier. These sites represent the town's evolution from a fortified maritime village to a cultural center, showcasing structures ranging from 17th-century chapels to monuments honoring maritime rescuers.
Tour Jarlier
A 10th-century defensive stone tower that formed part of the town's original medieval fortifications.
Château de la Moutte
A 19th-century estate and botanical park acquired by former French Prime Minister Émile Ollivier in 1860. It now serves as a significant cultural venue on the peninsula.
C Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
A Baroque-style landmark featuring a recognizable yellow and ochre bell tower. The interior houses a wood-carved bust of Saint Torpes, the town's patron saint.
D Maison du Corsaire
A historic residence reflecting the town's maritime heritage, currently operating as a hotel in the old town center.
Chapelle de la Miséricorde
A 17th-century chapel built for the brotherhood of the Black Penitents, distinguished by its colorful tiled dome and a portal framed in dark green serpentine marble.
Sauveteurs en mer
A commemorative monument dedicated to the volunteer sea rescuers of the Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM).
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