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Pignans

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France · Europe

About Pignans

Pignans is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Gonfaron, 51km from Gorges du Verdon.

Pignans is a town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. With a population of 2,987, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Pignans sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pignans to your route.

About Pignans

Pignans (French pronunciation: [piɲɑ̃]; Occitan: Pinhan) is a commune in the Var department in the Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France.

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Where is Pignans located?

Pignans is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.3007 latitude, 6.2265 longitude.

What is the population of Pignans?

Pignans has a population of approximately 2,987 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
2,987
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
43.3007, 6.2265

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Pignans

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Mont Faron Summit

A 584 m limestone mountain looming over Toulon, climbed by a narrow corniche road of tight hairpins beloved of the Tour de France; the summit offers superb views over one of Europe's finest natural harbours.

29 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Saint-Tropez

A legendary Riviera fishing village turned jet-set playground, known for its pastel harbor and Pampelonne Beach.

34 km · about 40 min drive

racetrack

Circuit Paul Ricard

French Formula 1 circuit near the Côte d'Azur famous for its distinctive blue and red run-off stripes.

36 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Gorges du Verdon

Europe's deepest canyon, a 25-kilometer gash of turquoise waters flanked by 700-meter limestone cliffs in Haute-Provence.

51 km · about 60 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Gorges du Verdon Viewpoint

Europe's deepest canyon with 700-metre limestone walls and turquoise water, viewed from multiple pull-offs along the Route des Cretes.

51 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Lac de Sainte-Croix

A vivid turquoise reservoir at the mouth of the Verdon gorge, perfect for pedal-boats and a swim.

52 km · about 60 min drive

coastal drive

Corniche de l'Esterel

A spectacular coastal road winding through the red porphyry rocks of the Esterel massif between Cannes and Frejus.

54 km · about 65 min drive

coastal drive

Route des Crêtes (Cassis)

A clifftop corniche from Cassis to La Ciotat climbing the highest sea cliffs in France with stunning overlooks.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Pignans

  • 29 kmMont Faron SummitA 584 m limestone mountain looming over Toulon, climbed by a narrow corniche road of tight hairpins beloved of the Tour de France; the summit offers superb views over one of Europe's finest natural harbours.
  • 51 kmGorges du Verdon ViewpointEurope's deepest canyon with 700-metre limestone walls and turquoise water, viewed from multiple pull-offs along the Route des Cretes.
  • 54 kmCorniche de l'EsterelA spectacular coastal road winding through the red porphyry rocks of the Esterel massif between Cannes and Frejus.
  • 55 kmRoute des Crêtes (Cassis)A clifftop corniche from Cassis to La Ciotat climbing the highest sea cliffs in France with stunning overlooks.
  • 55 kmRoute des Crêtes du VerdonA one-way clifftop loop above the Verdon canyon with a string of giddy belvederes over the abyss.
  • 63 kmLavender Fields of ValensoleVast purple lavender plateaus that bloom spectacularly from mid-June to mid-August across the Valensole plain.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Pignans.

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