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Cover No. 246 — La Gazette du Var

La Gazette du Var

Edition No. 246

Published on October 6, 2025

Articles in this issue

Les Rendez-vous du Parc, Saturday, October 11
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

Les Rendez-vous du Parc, Saturday, October 11

Port-Cros National Park and Le Pradet organize Les Rendez-vous du Parc on Saturday, October 11. This free event offers various activities focused on Mediterranean biodiversity.

A day to learn, play, explore, and discover the treasures of the Mediterranean natural heritage in a new way.

The Editorial Team
A rich and varied lecture season at the Université du Temps Libre
La GardeCulture & Heritage

A rich and varied lecture season at the Université du Temps Libre

The Université du Temps Libre presents its 2025-2026 lecture season. Events will take place every two weeks in La Garde and Le Pradet.

From cinema to science, history and art, the public can enjoy lectures every other Tuesday until May 2026 to learn, reflect and more.

The Editorial Team
A day of solidarity under the sign of sport and sharing
La Londe-les-MauresHealth & Social Affairs

A day of solidarity under the sign of sport and sharing

On September 7, the Lions Club organized a charity tournament at Golf de Valcros. Nearly 120 golfers took part in this solidarity event.

On September 7, Golf de Valcros hosted the charity tournament organized by Lions Club La Londe-les-Maures, in a Greensome Chapman Stableford format.

The Editorial Team
Mooring rights at the center of a legal standoff
GrimaudCrime & Justice

Mooring rights at the center of a legal standoff

In Port Grimaud, homeowners are demanding the recognition of mooring rights attached to their properties. The Draguignan court confirmed its jurisdiction over the State.

In Port Grimaud, an iconic private lakeside town, owners of houses lining private docks are fighting to have their rights recognized...

The Editorial Team
In Cavalière, major works underway
Le LavandouEnvironment

In Cavalière, major works underway

Major works aim to restore the bridges and cycle path damaged by the floods.

The Editorial Team
The municipality celebrated the Romérage with dignity
Bormes-les-MimosasCulture & Heritage

The municipality celebrated the Romérage with dignity

On September 7, Le Lavandou celebrated the traditional Romérage festival. The procession brought together locals and folklore groups.

On September 7, from Saint-Louis to Saint-Clair, the Romérage festival brought back the good old days of a local tradition.

The Editorial Team
The great success of the Forum des Associations
Culture & Heritage

The great success of the Forum des Associations

The Londaises and Londais turned out in large numbers on September 6 for the annual meeting of the Ville and associations on place Camoin.

The Editorial Team
A grand historical parade to commemorate the Libération
La FarlèdeCulture & Heritage

A grand historical parade to commemorate the Libération

The town celebrated the 81st anniversary, marking the Débarquement en Provence and the Libération of La Farlède.

The Editorial Team
A summer at the heart of Hyères with the UDH
HyèresCulture & Heritage

A summer at the heart of Hyères with the UDH

Union des Hyérois highlights volunteer work in Hyères this summer. The group aims to relaunch major traditional local festivals.

This summer, the Union des Hyérois (UDH) crossed the city like flipping through a book of living images: lively neighborhoods, sun-drenched squares...

The Editorial Team
François Cornileau: 'I want a clean sweep of political backroom deals'!
HyèresPolitics & Institutions

François Cornileau: 'I want a clean sweep of political backroom deals'!

François Cornileau launched his campaign headquarters in Hyères for the 2026 elections. Nearly 300 people attended the event.

On September 18, before nearly 300 people, François Cornileau detailed his campaign's key points during the inauguration of his headquarters...

The Editorial Team
Florian Diliberto: "Carqueiranne deserves a close, serious and committed mayor"
CarqueirannePolitics & Institutions

Florian Diliberto: "Carqueiranne deserves a close, serious and committed mayor"

Florian Diliberto has announced his candidacy for the municipal elections in Carqueiranne. The 35-year-old civil servant is supported by the Rassemblement National and local MPs.

Surrounded by several Var MPs, young local official Florian Diliberto announced his candidacy for mayor on September 5, with the...

The Editorial Team
A large friendly meal brings the associations together
Le PradetTourism & Local Life

A large friendly meal brings the associations together

On September 6, the Municipalité organized a friendly moment with the associations for a festive meal.

The Editorial Team
A forum rich in discoveries and encounters
Le PradetTourism & Local Life

A forum rich in discoveries and encounters

On September 7, the town hosted its traditional associations forum.

The Editorial Team
122 associations present at the forum
DraguignanCulture & Heritage

122 associations present at the forum

On the program: Arts, sports, nature, leisure, culture, solidarity, well-being...

The Editorial Team
Karine REVEL: "Human commitment makes the difference"
ToulonEconomy & Business

Karine REVEL: "Human commitment makes the difference"

Karine Revel reflects on her 5 years of administrative work on the A57 project in Toulon. She highlights the role of organization and team solidarity.

Interview with Karine Revel, administrative assistant at VINCI Autoroutes.

The Editorial Team
He answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
ToulonTourism & Local Life

He answers questions from La Gazette du Var.

A highway professional shares his experience on a construction site in Var. He praises the exceptional teamwork in Toulon.

The Editorial Team
Economy & Business

Pierre ZERBI: "Behind the scenes of the construction site, human-scale field journeys"

Pierre Zerbi shares his experience as operations manager on the A57 project in Toulon. He emphasizes teamwork and solidarity.

On the vast A57 widening construction site in Toulon, discreet figures played a key role in the shadow of the machinery.

The Editorial Team
She answers questions from La Gazette du Var.
ToulonCulture & Heritage

She answers questions from La Gazette du Var.

A project manager shares her experience in La Gazette du Var. She reflects on human and environmental challenges.

The Editorial Team
Environment

Émilie WIECZOREK: 'When technical ambition becomes a human adventure'!

Émilie Wieczorek led the A57 widening project in Toulon for nearly seven years. She combined technical, environmental, and human challenges.

For nearly seven years at the heart of the A57 widening project in Toulon, Émilie Wieczorek, operations manager in charge of projects...

The Editorial Team
A showcase of local expertise
La GardeCulture & Heritage

A showcase of local expertise

On August 31, the Onion, Garlic and Black Pudding Fair drew record crowds in La Garde. The event celebrated its 146th edition with local crafts and tradition.

On August 31, the Foire à l’oignon, à l’ail et au boudin broke attendance records.

The Editorial Team
Les Lucioles, a new-generation crèche
La Seyne-sur-MerPolitics & Institutions

Les Lucioles, a new-generation crèche

Les Lucioles eco-crèche was inaugurated in La Garde. It will accommodate 40 children in a 560 m² eco-friendly building.

On August 29, the eco-crèche Les Lucioles was inaugurated with families, Hélène Arnaud-Bill, mayor of La Garde, and Jean-Louis Masson, president...

The Editorial Team
La Valette-du-VarCulture & Heritage

La Valette, pilot city for the school support hub

La Valette-du-Var becomes a pilot city for the educational support center. The system is based at Marcel-Pagnol school.

The School Support Hubs are a new service provided to parents and legal guardians of children with special educational needs.

The Editorial Team
Thierry Albertini: "We need transversality in terms of urban planning"
La Valette-du-VarEnvironment

Thierry Albertini: "We need transversality in terms of urban planning"

La Valette is redesigning its schools to adapt to climate change. Mayor Thierry Albertini advocates for a collaborative, eco-friendly approach.

The City believes that learning through the Éducation nationale is effective when other support systems are designed in connection with methods...

The Editorial Team
Young and old charmed by the association forum
La Valette-du-VarCulture & Heritage

Young and old charmed by the association forum

On September 6, Parc Vallis Laeta hosted the association forum, offering residents a rich and varied overview of local community life.

The Editorial Team
An awareness day focused on sexual health
ToulonHealth & Social Affairs

An awareness day focused on sexual health

On September 4, CEGIDD 83 organized a sexual health awareness day in Toulon. The free event offered rapid testing and interactive activities.

On September 4, for World Sexual Health Day, CEGIDD 83 of the Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon-La Seyne (CHITS) organized...

The Editorial Team
At Sainte-Musse, preventing gynecological cancers to fight them better
ToulonHealth & Social Affairs

At Sainte-Musse, preventing gynecological cancers to fight them better

Sainte-Musse Hospital raised awareness about gynecological cancers. Healthcare staff emphasized the importance of vaccination and early screening.

Each year, 'Septembre turquoise' recalls the importance of screening and preventing gynecological cancers.

The Editorial Team
Barthélemy Roux, commanding officer of the Flottille Amphibie
Security & Defence

Barthélemy Roux, commanding officer of the Flottille Amphibie

Lieutenant Commander Barthélemy Roux takes command of the Flottille Amphibie. He succeeds Commander Erwan Kermabon.

On September 12, Vice-Admiral (VA) Pierre de Briançon, Chief of Staff of the Force d’Action Navale, recognized Lieutenant Commander (CC)...

The Editorial Team
Martin Redoutey at the helm of the La Fayette-type frigate
Security & Defence

Martin Redoutey at the helm of the La Fayette-type frigate

Commander Martin Redoutey took command of the frigate La Fayette on September 9. He succeeds Commander Anne Favède.

On September 9, Vice-Admiral Christophe Cluzel, commander of the Force d’Action Navale, recognized Commander Martin Redoutey as the new commanding officer.

The Editorial Team
The Marine nationale opened its doors
ToulonCulture & Heritage

The Marine nationale opened its doors

The French Navy opened its sites in Toulon for Heritage Days. Visitors explored historical forts, museums, and rare collections.

On the 42nd Journées européennes du patrimoine on September 20 and 21, the Marine nationale opened its historic sites to the public.

The Editorial Team
Thibault de Possesse, head of the Force aéromaritime de réaction rapide
ToulonSecurity & Defence

Thibault de Possesse, head of the Force aéromaritime de réaction rapide

Rear Admiral Thibault de Possesse assumed command of FRSTRIKEFOR on August 20. He now leads the French maritime rapid reaction force.

On August 20, Rear Admiral Thibault de Possesse took command of the Force aéromaritime de réaction rapide (FRSTRIKEFOR for French...

The Editorial Team
Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis: "We need a real urban renewal plan for Val des..."
HyèresPolitics & Institutions

Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis: "We need a real urban renewal plan for Val des..."

Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis launched his RN candidacy for mayor of Hyères in 2026. He proposes an urban renovation plan for Val des Rougières.

On Sept. 11, Jean-Michel Eynard-Tomatis, opposition municipal councilor in Hyères since 2016, launched his candidacy for the municipal elections...

The Editorial Team
Come discover the Mediterranean pirates at the Cap Garonne mine!
Le PradetCulture & Heritage

Come discover the Mediterranean pirates at the Cap Garonne mine!

The Cap Garonne mine museum extends its Mediterranean pirates exhibition. The site in Le Pradet is open Tuesday to Sunday.

This autumn, rediscover the museum's galleries and the exhibition on the Pirates of the Mediterranean!

The Editorial Team
Marion Cros, pharmacist: "Octobre Rose is a call for prevention and hope"!
La Londe-les-MauresHealth & Social Affairs

Marion Cros, pharmacist: "Octobre Rose is a call for prevention and hope"!

For Pink October, the Cros pharmacy in Hyères gave roses to its customers. Pharmacist Marion Cros stresses the crucial importance of breast cancer screening.

Every year, the month of October turns pink to raise awareness about the importance of breast cancer screening.

The Editorial Team
Over 100,000 people this summer on the "Ça, c’est le Sud" tour!
Sanary-sur-MerTourism & Local Life

Over 100,000 people this summer on the "Ça, c’est le Sud" tour!

Over 100,000 residents and holidaymakers in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur gathered this summer to celebrate with the "Ça, c’est le Sud" tour.

The Editorial Team
The Université de Toulon, a Defense University
ToulonCulture & Heritage

The Université de Toulon, a Defense University

On September 9, Building E of the Toulon University IUT was inaugurated in La Garde. This 4,200 m² eco-friendly facility required an investment of 19 million euros.

On September 9, Renaud Muselier, President of the Région, inaugurated building E of the IUT GIM–GEII on the La Garde campus, with François de Canson...

The Editorial Team