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In Hyères, behind History, the broken destiny of Pépino, a 20-year-old aviator
In 1944, Canadian pilot Pépino was shot down in Var. Hidden by local residents near Hyères, he survived for three months.
In 1944, a young Canadian aviator shot down near Hyères was hidden by residents, a story of courage and solidarity.

Adeline: "An unforgettable experience at sunset"!
This summer, coastal cruises offered local wine tastings at sunset. Many participants sailed between La Londe-les-Maures and Bormes-les-Mimosas.
This summer, hundreds of enthusiasts enjoyed a cruise with tastings of local wines and products.

Garlic Fair in La Garde: transmission at the heart of the procession
The town of La Garde held its traditional garlic and local produce fair on August 30. The historical event brought together residents and producers for local festivities.
The traditional garlic fair in La Garde attracted a large crowd, combining local flavors and popular fervor.

Facing the sea, an intoxicating panorama!
The Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces wines on the Var coast. The vineyards directly face the sea and the îles d'Or.
On the Var coast, the Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces fine, fresh and elegant wines.

Nicolas Moulin: "A tremendous cultural and heritage success"
The Musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma in Saint-Tropez celebrates its 10th anniversary. The institution opened on June 24, 2016, in the former gendarmerie building.
The musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma de Saint-Tropez celebrates 10 years of cultural and heritage success.

A solemn tribute to pilot Didier Berger
A commemorative plaque was unveiled in Le Lavandou in memory of Didier Berger. The pilot died in an air crash in 2024.
A plaque was inaugurated in Le Lavandou in tribute to pilot Didier Berger, who died in a plane crash in 2024.

Le Lavandou: a roundabout named in honor of commando Pierre Velsch
A roundabout in Le Lavandou has been named after Pierre Velsch. The naming took place during the August 15 commemorations.
On the occasion of the August 15, 1944 commemorations, a town roundabout was named after commando Pierre Velsch.

Emmanuel Macron: "I will miss you, too"!
Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas. This marks their ninth consecutive participation in this historical event.
The presidential couple attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas, marked by emotion and loyalty.

La Londe-les-Maures: A Coastline Under Close Watch
The mayor of La Londe-les-Maures presented the summer security report. Multiple emergency and police forces were deployed across the municipality.
Mayor François de Canson reviews the summer security measures, praising the excellent coordination of all forces.

A vibrant tribute to the architects of freedom
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 17. The ceremony honored the heroes of summer 1944.
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation, paying tribute to the heroes of the summer of 1944.

An essential duty of remembrance
On August 20, the town celebrated its 1944 liberation. The event brought together residents and associations for a patriotic tribute.
On August 20, the village celebrated its liberation, marking the 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing.

Lieutenant-Colonel Jordane Boursereau meets local elected officials
Lieutenant-colonel Jordane Boursereau is the new commander of the Hyères gendarmerie. He is meeting local elected officials to enhance regional security.
The new commander of the Hyères gendarmerie company, Jordane Boursereau, has started a tour to meet the elected officials of his district.

