Cogolin: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The old village of Cogolin has medieval origins; historical traces and remains can be seen in its lanes and on its buildings. The Tour de l’Horloge dates from the late 13th to early 14th century and was one of the entrances to the village.

Culture

Le Château de Cogolin houses the Micro-Folie digital museum. La Chapelle regularly hosts concerts and exhibitions of works of art; the Esplanade of La Chapelle overlooks the gulf and offers a 180-degree view.

The Courrieu pipe factory, founded in 1850, is still operating in Cogolin. The Manufacture des tapis de Cogolin produces high-quality carpets entirely by hand and to order.

Guided tours of the Fabrique des Anches Rigotti explain the individual steps involved in manufacturing reeds for wind instruments. Cogolin’s public cultural events include the Fête du Coq.

Water and Trails

Cogolin Beach is 400 metres long, consists of sand and offers expansive views over the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The municipal nautical centre offers SUP, kayaking, Optimist sailing, dinghy sailing and catamaran sailing with qualified instructors.

The Sentier de Cogolin à Grimaud par la Réparade hiking trail connects Cogolin and Grimaud via La Réparade.

Markets

Cogolin’s Provençal markets are held throughout the year on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. The markets in Cogolin offer handcrafted products such as honey, truffles, truffle oil, lavender and thyme.

Information

Cogolin’s tourist office provides visitor information and has a shop selling local products and regional expertise.

Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Cogolin should first find out about the destination.

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