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Jeux Olympiques
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An exceptional 2026 vintage
The 57th French Olympic Week concluded in Hyères after six days of competition. The event brought together 705 athletes from 59 nations and tested a new final format.
Boosted by ideal conditions and a strong international lineup, the 57th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères delivered on all its promises...
The passion for the sky and military commitment of Prix Pierrat
Originally from Vosges, Prix Pierrat fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a pilot. He holds the record for the most flight hours in the French military.
Originally from Vosges, Prix Pierrat shares his inspiring journey, marked by his calling to be a naval aviation pilot since the age of 10.
Triple jumper Weaven Metainville rewarded
Triple jumper Weaven Metainville received an award on November 6. The U20 French champion was honored in La Garde by the CDOS of Var.
Winner of the national U20 triple jump title last February, the young Toulon athlete Weaven Metainville was honored on November 6 by a "...
The City celebrates its sports champions
In June, La Valette-du-Var honored its athletes at the 2025 Trophées de la Pigne. Dozens of local sports figures were awarded.
In June, athletes from La Valette were honored during the Trophées de la Pigne 2025.
Yves Palmieri: 'A safe and ambitious town'
The mayor of La Farlède, Yves Palmieri, presented his New Year wishes. He highlighted support for the local economy, education, and public safety.
On January 18, during the New Year's ceremony, Yves Palmieri presented the major projects for the town, including work on the...
Jérôme Lauréri: "We hope to reach the final phase of the Championnats de France"
Jérôme Lauréri, a player for Hyères Handi Basket, looked back on his journey to the Paris 2024 Paralympics. The Var native achieved his ultimate career goal at the highest level.
Jérôme Lauréri and four of his teammates participated in the Jeux Paralympiques Paris 2024.
The maritime prefect presented the assessment of the summer season in the Méditerranée
The maritime prefect presented the summer season review for the Méditerranée. Operations rose slightly, with 46 fatalities reported.
On October 16, Vice-Admiral Christophe Lucas, maritime prefect of the Méditerranée, presented the summer review alongside the regional center director.
Hubert Larose: "Associations are very well treated in La Londe"
The Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise reports a busy year in 2024. Its president praises the municipality of La Londe for its strong support.
Union Cycliste et Pédestre Londaise (UCPL) president Hubert Larose welcomes the Municipality's support for the town's roughly 100 associations.
Professionals report a positive summer season
The tourism sector in Var reports a very positive overall assessment for summer 2024. Visitor numbers rose significantly thanks to an influx of international tourists.
However, they admit this season was somewhat unique! If the trend continues, 2024 could be a new benchmark year.
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...
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.
A highly satisfying security report
The Olympic sailing events in Marseille ended without any major incidents. The maritime prefect reported a very satisfactory security record.
The préfet maritime de la Méditerranée drew up a highly satisfying report on this exceptional event.
"In the festivities scene, I discovered this poor guy, practically naked!"
A farmer expresses disappointment over the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Max Bauer relays this unease, criticizing an ideological shift.
Max Bauer, president of the Coordination Rurale du Var and PACA, shares the testimony of a 55-year-old farmer from Vendée, who with his...
A show at the heart of inclusion
On June 7, La Farlède celebrated inclusion and Olympic values. The participatory project "C'est beau !" brought together residents and artists.
In January, the Municipality initiated the project 'C'est beau !' in support of inclusion.
Que se passe-t-il cet été en ville ?
Le Lavandou dévoile son programme d'animations estivales riches et variées. Les festivités mêlent concerts, sport et commémorations.
Animations festives, culturelles, sportives, le programme estival devrait séduire tous les publics, petits et grands.
La région Sud accueille les épreuves de voile
La Région Sud alloue 10,4 M€ au sport en 2024. Leader de la voile en France, elle accueille de nombreuses compétitions internationales.
Parce que le sport véhicule des valeurs d'exception, tels que la cohésion, la persévérance, l'inclusion, l'effort, le respect ou encore le partage, la Région…
TPM soutient les athlètes Lauriane Nolot et Axel Mazella
Axel Mazella et Lauriane Nolot ont signé une convention avec la Métropole TPM. Ces deux champions de kitesurf reçoivent chacun 15 000 € pour préparer les JO.
Le 2 février, Axel Mazella et Lauriane Nolot, deux champions internationaux en kitesurf, ont signé une convention de soutien avec la Métropole TPM.
Un Carnaval ensoleillé sous le signe des Jeux Olympiques
Le 10 mars, le Carnaval s'est joué de la météo capricieuse qui régnait sur le Var et qui a, délicieusement, épargné la ville.