Catamaran Charter in Hyères

When Should I Visit Hyères?

Like most regions in the South of France, Hyères benefits from exquisite weather conditions throughout the year. It is much drier than neighbouring cities as it receives just 57 days of rain throughout the year, mostly during winter. This means that no matter when you choose to charter your catamaran between March and October, you should be blessed with sunshine. High season occurs in the middle of summer, so perhaps the best time to sail in Hyères could be in the autumn, when it is less crowded, when temperatures are still high, and the water is much warmer for a swim. There are also extensive facilities in the port of Hyères including showers, Internet, and laundry.

Must-See Attractions in Hyères

Look to the Stars

There is something incredibly humbling about gazing up at the infinitely expanding universe, and with the clear skies in Hyères there is a great opportunity at stargazing. Whether you want to do this from the comfort of the deck of your catamaran or visit the Observatory in the Peak of the Fairies, you will have the best view of the sky. Friday nights in the observatory are reserved for people from Hyères and beyond to visit and use this great facility.

Villa Noailles

You don’t have to be an art expert to make this one of the stop-offs on your catamaran charter holiday. This art gallery caused quite a stir in Hyères when it was first constructed, largely thanks to the slick edges and architecture. Over time it became synonymous with art films from the likes of Dali, and today it remains open to the public for anyone looking to see the most thought-provoking art pieces. It is one of the highlights of Hyères, and even better – free entry!

Ancient Olbia

The remains of ancient civilisations are always an eye-opening insight into the way of life of the people of Hyères in centuries gone by. Here, the influence of Greek and Roman architecture radiates throughout the remains, which offer stunning views over the sweeping green countryside. Not far from this site lies the castle which overlooks Old Town. A town steeped in history with fascinating architecture is the perfect destination for any history buff who charters a catamaran. Hyères is truly a magical setting.

Where to Eat in Hyères

The standard of food in Hyères is surprisingly quite high for such a small town. Due to the fact that it is smaller than neighbouring cities, it benefits from not being subject to an influx of thousands of tourists who demand cheap and bland food. Instead, decadent restaurants line the marina close to where you can dock your catamaran. Le Carré features a wonderful terrace perfect for enjoying a refreshing cocktail. La Baleine also has exquisite seafood dishes which are sure to be a highlight of your charter in Hyères.

How to Get to Hyères

In order to reach your chartered catamaran in Hyères, there are a few options available to you. Major European cities offer international flights to Toulon-Hyères Airport, with the frequency of routes increasing substantially during high season. If your airport does not offer a connection with this airport, then Nice and Marseille airports are both located just over two hours away. Bus, taxis and airport transfers can bring your to your marina, and there is also an SNCF station in the town of Hyères.