
La Gazette du Var
Edition No. 221
Published on September 16, 2024
Articles in this issue

An eclectic cultural summer at Domaine de l’Anglade
Domaine de l’Anglade hosts two artists until September 30. Nathalija Vincic and Thomas Reheisser display their works there.
At Domaine de l’Anglade, two artists, each with their own style, can be discovered in the Domaine's cellar until September 30.

Françoise Dedon's painting full of memories and encounters
Château Pas du Cerf hosted painter Françoise Dedon in La Londe-les-Maures. Her exhibition was part of the regional Art & Vin event.
Until August 30, Château Pas du Cerf in La Londe-les-Maures hosted Françoise Dedon, who shared her taste for discovery.

See you next year for a new tour!
On August 24, the 2024 edition of the regional tour 'Ça, c'est le Sud' ended in Toulon, on the beaches of Mourillon.

An excellent vintage in perspective at Domaine de Favanquet
In La Londe-les-Maures, located between massif des Maures and the Mediterranean, Domaine de Favanquet has finished harvesting after 15 days.

Wonderful encounters and great emotions!
Cavalaire hosted the 2nd Passion Méditerranée Festival from September 13 to 15. The event promotes diving and marine conservation.
From September 13 to 15, this 2nd edition brought wonderful encounters and great emotions!

Garantix and Armonix visiting the village
Garantix and Armonix visited the lakeside town of Port-Grimaud. Residents are working to protect their environment and peace against tourism.
As the indomitable Gauls of Port-Grimaud consult, Garantix and Armonix arrive in the private lakeside city where gentle architecture and...

Gil Bernardi: "Le Cap Nègre was reputed to be impregnable"
On the night of August 15, 1944, African Commandos scaled the cliffs of Cap Nègre. Thirty-five men led this decisive attack for Operation Dragoon.
On the night of August 15, 1944, as soon as the LCA's metal ramp was lowered, one by one, the Commandos d'Afrique rushed out of the landing craft...

Local and intercommunal associations gathered at the Forum
The Associations Forum took place in La Favière on September 1st. It brought together actors from Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou.
One year in Le Lavandou, one year in Bormes-les-Mimosas, the Forum bringing together the associations of both towns took place in La Favière.

Danièle Chevalier, an exceptional woman
In La Londe, Danièle Chevalier had created a network of friends, keeping it alive through the joy and happiness of sharing.

“The Londais did not miss their rendezvous with History”
On August 17, before the historical reenactment on avenue Clemenceau, the public remembered Joseph Spada, a young Londais, enlisted in the battalion of...

A Paralympism Festival in Full Swing!
The Paralympic Games gathered a large audience at place de la Liberté and Lou Jardin Roger-Gensollen for an inspiring evening dedicated to sport...

At Mauvanne, the bold assault of the Commandos d’Afrique
Hyères commemorated its Liberation and the August 1944 battle of Mauvanne. The Commandos d'Afrique neutralized key German bunkers there.
On August 21, the City commemorated the Liberation, with Jean-Pierre Giran, mayor of Hyères, and many civil and military authorities, including...

The City remembers the heroes of the Bataillons de Marche
On the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the city, elected officials fervently took part in official ceremonies in the presence of Christian…

The Charles Sandro school group takes on a countryside feel!
The garden courtyard at Charles Sandro school opened in September. It offers 2,000 m² of green space for students.
Eagerly awaited by children and school staff, the Charles Sandro school garden courtyard was delivered for the start of the school year in September.
Did you know that laughter relaxes the mind and body?
Laurent Ruquier's play "Si c'était à refaire" comes to Hyères on October 8. A comedy exploring plastic surgery through humor.
By laughing, you relax many muscles and release happiness hormones!

An evening under the stars to launch the cultural season
Théâtre du Rocher launched its 2024/2025 season on September 6. The venue will celebrate its 50th anniversary in December.
The City launched the new cultural season of the théâtre du Rocher.

Nicolas Moulin: "ACSPMG tirelessly pursues its work of remembrance"
The ACSPMG organized historical exhibitions in Var this summer. The association actively promotes remembrance among younger generations.
This summer, Association des Collectionneurs pour la Sauvegarde du Patrimoine de la Maréchaussée à la Gendarmerie (ACSPMG) and partners were active...

Thierry Albertini: "Putting the general interest before any other consideration"
La Valette-du-Var celebrated the 80th anniversary of its Liberation. Mayor Thierry Albertini honored the memory of the fighters.
This August 23 marked the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of La Valette-du-Var.

On August 28, the Ville commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Liberation
The ceremony took place in the presence of Patricia Miralles, Secretary of State to the Minister of the Armed Forces, in charge of Veterans and...

Quentin Vieux-Rochas takes command of the amphibious helicopter carrier (PHA) Mistral
Captain Quentin Vieux-Rochas took command of the PHA Mistral in Toulon. The ceremony was led by Rear Admiral Pierre-Yves Gente.
In July, Captain Quentin Vieux-Rochas took command of the amphibious helicopter carrier (PHA) Mistral, succeeding Captain...

Jean-Louis SARRATO answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
Author Jean-Louis Sarrato discusses his career and his fourth novel, "Le Premier domino". The book is inspired by the true story of Clipperton Island.
Discover "Le premier domino", 4th novel by Jean-Louis Sarrato!
Former teacher Jean-Louis Sarrato, originally from Var, has published his fourth novel, "Le premier domino". This epistolary book is loosely inspired by the forgotten history of Clipperton Island.
Meet Jean-Louis Sarrato, an incredible lover of words and stories!

Max Bauer: 'What do we want to leave to future generations'?
La Garde celebrated its 150th Onion, Garlic and Black Pudding Fair on August 25. The event honors Provençal terroir and local traditions.
On August 25, many Gardéens took part in the 150-year-old Onion, Garlic and Black Pudding Fair. All the products of the earth...

François Bonin: "History, with a capital H, is imposed on all men"
The African Commandos association met in La Londe-les-Maures. This tribute marks the 80th anniversary of the Provence landings.
On August 14, the general assembly of the veterans of the 1er Groupe des Commandos d'Afrique and the 3ème Groupement de Choc was held in La Londe-les-Maures.

2024, a new benchmark year!
Tourism in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur reached record levels in summer 2024. Major sports events and foreign visitors boosted regional attendance.
François de Canson has revealed the regional tourism attendance figures for the région Sud.