10/18/2026
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MTB school, a strategic priority for UCPL
Le LavandouSport

MTB school, a strategic priority for UCPL

Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise launches its new season. Priority is given to youth training and its mountain bike school.

Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise launches its new season, focusing on youth training and charity events.

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LE LAVANDOU: Death of Francine Brochot, Figure of Journalism and Local Life in the Var
Le LavandouTourism & Local Life

LE LAVANDOU: Death of Francine Brochot, Figure of Journalism and Local Life in the Var

Francine Brochot passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 82. She was a prominent figure in local journalism in Var.

Francine Brochot, a figure of journalism in the Var and former chief of staff in Le Lavandou, has died at the age of 82.

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Francine Brochot: "A page turns, but the book does not close"
Le LavandouTourism & Local Life

Francine Brochot: "A page turns, but the book does not close"

Francine Brochot a quitté ses fonctions au cabinet du maire du Lavandou le 2 février 2016. Après huit ans de service, elle entame une nouvelle étape professionnelle.

Upon her departure from the town hall on February 2, 2016, Francine Brochot recounted a life in communication and nearly eight years of service to the mayor.

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Gil Bernardi’s tribute to Francine Brochot, his “irreplaceable pen”
Le LavandouTourism & Local Life

Gil Bernardi’s tribute to Francine Brochot, his “irreplaceable pen”

Le 2 février 2016, le maire du Lavandou Gil Bernardi a rendu hommage à sa cheffe de cabinet Francine Brochot. Cette cérémonie marquait le départ à la retraite de sa proche collaboratrice.

A look back at the speech delivered on February 2, 2016, by Mayor Gil Bernardi on the retirement of his chief of staff.

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A solemn tribute to pilot Didier Berger
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

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.

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Emmanuel Macron: "I will miss you, too"!
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

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.

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Lieutenant-Colonel Jordane Boursereau meets local elected officials
Le LavandouSecurity & Defence

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.

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Bertrand Carletti: "The breath of August 15, 1944 still animates us"
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

Bertrand Carletti: "The breath of August 15, 1944 still animates us"

On August 15, the Provence Landings were commemorated in Var with many officials and citizens present. A special tribute was paid to the Commandos d'Afrique.

The 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing was celebrated with a poignant tribute to the soldiers of 1944.

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A "Féerie des Lumières" for a magical evening
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

A "Féerie des Lumières" for a magical evening

Le Lavandou celebrated the end of July with a light parade and water activities. The evening concluded with a magical drone light show.

On July 31, the seafront lit up for a magical evening featuring a parade, a drone show and a popular public ball.

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At Le Grand Bleu cinema, Simon Henry succeeds Tristan Bonis as director
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

At Le Grand Bleu cinema, Simon Henry succeeds Tristan Bonis as director

Simon Henry has taken over as director of Le Grand Bleu cinema in Le Lavandou. He succeeds Tristan Bonis following a record attendance of 90,000 in 2025.

After three successful years, Tristan Bonis leaves Le Grand Bleu cinema, replaced by Simon Henry, who will ensure continuity.

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In Fontainebleau, the exceptional commitment of firefighters
Le LavandouSecurity & Defence

In Fontainebleau, the exceptional commitment of firefighters

Eight firefighters from Var were deployed to Seine-et-Marne to protect the Fontainebleau forest. Mayor François Arizzi praised their dedication.

Eight firefighters from Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou were deployed to Seine-et-Marne, a commitment praised by François Arizzi.

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Fédération du BTP du Var reaches out to newly elected mayors
Le LavandouEconomy & Business

Fédération du BTP du Var reaches out to newly elected mayors

The Fédération du BTP du Var brought together over 200 economic players and local elected officials. The goal is to strengthen cooperation with newly elected mayors.

Fédération du BTP du Var met with the new mayors to propose an enhanced dialogue throughout their mandates.

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An intimate refuge between sky and sea
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

An intimate refuge between sky and sea

Hotel Le Mirage has unveiled its renovation in Bormes-les-Mimosas. The 4-star establishment is managed by Jules Brenier.

In Bormes-les-Mimosas, the 4-star hotel Le Mirage has revealed its new look after a major renovation.

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The Villa Théo workshop: A story of passion and transmission
Le LavandouCulture & Heritage

The Villa Théo workshop: A story of passion and transmission

The villa Théo visual arts workshop celebrated its 30th anniversary in Le Lavandou. An exhibition features 200 works by 150 students.

The Villa Théo visual arts workshop celebrated its 30th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing works by its 150 students.

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Elected officials and experts on the ground for an efficient public service
Le LavandouEnvironment

Elected officials and experts on the ground for an efficient public service

Local officials and Veolia inspected the wastewater treatment plant in Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou. This audit evaluated sewage treatment performance.

Elected officials and Veolia inspected the Bormes-Le Lavandou wastewater treatment plant to assess its performance.

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Thierry Maréchal: “A quarter of a century of commitment and memories”
Le LavandouPolitics & Institutions

Thierry Maréchal: “A quarter of a century of commitment and memories”

Thierry Maréchal leaves Le Lavandou municipality after 25 years. He takes on the role of DGS in Hyères.

After 25 years in Le Lavandou, the DGS Thierry Maréchal joins the town hall of Hyères, marking the end of an era for the local authority.

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Florian Oltra rewarded for the best apple tart in Var
Le LavandouEconomy & Business

Florian Oltra rewarded for the best apple tart in Var

Florian Oltra won the award for the best apple tart in Var 2026. The prize was presented in his Le Lavandou shop.

Le Lavandou pastry chef Florian Oltra has won the first prize in the 2026 competition for the best apple tart in Var.

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La Butinerie, a sensory museum to reinvent the educational experience
Le LavandouEconomy & Business

La Butinerie, a sensory museum to reinvent the educational experience

In Bormes-les-Mimosas, Laura and Rémi Boulet inaugurated La Butinerie. This sensory and interactive museum is dedicated to beekeeping.

Beekeepers Laura and Rémi Boulet have opened La Butinerie, a sensory and interactive bee museum in Bormes-les-Mimosas.

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