Explore Porquerolles with our photo tour of the area. Our selection of photos of famous landmarks, architecture, beaches to get a real flavour of the people and their culture to help you choose your next yachting vacation location.
Take in the views of Porquerolles at Fort of Langoustier.
Listed in the inventory of historical monuments in 1989, the fort underwent restoration between 2006 and 2010 and prevents a charming glimpse into the past while showing off incredible views of the island.
Being largely covered by national park restrictions, Porquerolles hosts a vast number of marine species who flourish in the closely monitored environment.
Underwater creatures like octopus, eels, crabs, eagle rays and hundreds of fish can be found at the dive sites on a daily basis.
After seeing the beauty of the national park, the Park And Garden House Emmanuel Lopez is an ideal follow up.
The botanical gardens have a tranquil environment which promotes pure relaxation. Many birds can be seen, making the Park And Garden House Emmanuel Lopez perfect for birders and nature enthusiasts.
Established in 1820, the village of Porquerolles has charmed thousands of visitors with it's historical nods to the past and laid back way of life.
The village offers a variety of restaurants to try out and some pretty bars to enjoy locally produced wines while watching the calm movements of the waves.
The beautiful 19th century church of Saint Anne is the center of religion for those living on Porquerolles.
Although it's not the only church on the island, the Eglise Saint Anne is the main catholic church for worshippers and it hosts many musical events which are often enjoyed by visitors to the island.
A large percentage of Porquerolles comes within the boundaries of the Port-Cros National Park.
Strict regulations are in place for visitors but there are some beautiful walks to be enjoyed through the indigenous flora and fauna. The boundaries of the park also stretch out to the nearby island of Bagaud, as well as Gabinière and Rascas.
Explore further into the Port - Cros National Park to find the national conservatory and botanical garden of Porquerolles.
The expansive conservatory covers 180 hectares of land which includes three vineyards. Rare varieties of fruit and olive trees can also be seen, in addition to some interesting palm trees.
One of the best ways to explore the island of Porquerolles is by bike.
Many picturesque bike trails can be used across the island, which give unspoilt views of the island and incredible sweeping views from the higher elevations.
Contrasting to the sandy coast in the northern area of the island, the southern coast of Porquerolles is steeped in rock formations and cliffs.
Only accessible by hikers or luxury charter yachts, the southern coast has many private creeks which are secluded and ideal for an afternoon of isolation.
Wreck dives are just one reason to take the plunge into the cool waters around Porquerolles.
In addition to the ships which lay scattered around the coastline, there are also a a handful of aircraft to see, some of which are mainly intact, including the Hellcat and Wildcat.
Kick back and relax as the most popular festival of the island comes to town.
The annual Jazz A Porquerolles can be found at Fort St. Agathe and is an event not to be missed. With music from across the globe, the festival is a highlight of the southern coast of France and features some big names in Jazz music.
The 16th century Fort Saint Agathe is a historical point of interest on Porquerolles which is definitelty worth the climb.
Built under François I, the cannon tower has been redeveloped many times and now features an exhibition cobering its history. The views alone from the attraction are worth the tiring climb to the monument.
Pack away the sunbathing gear and prepare for an afternoon of adrenaline pumping activities.
The Beach of Almanarre is nearly 5km long and is one of the best beaches for thrilling activities like kite surfing. Conditions are ideal for jet skis and parasailing too.
Completely different to the southern side of the island, the northern coast of Porquerolles boasts stunning sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
A touch of the Caribbean can be felt on these beaches making them perfect for an afternoon of relaxing or a competitive couple of hours of beach volleyball.
One of the popular wreck dives of Porquerolles is the Donator. The natural location of the wreck means advanced diving skills are required as conditions can be dangerous when attempting to reach the remains.
Multiple dives can be taken to the wreckage, that lies in 51 metres of water, as there is so much detail to take in.
Aside from the beautiful sunset, the nightfall in September also brings a popular race of the regatta at Clair de Lune.
Setting off around 10PM, the race tours the island of Porquerolles, plus the nearby island of Bagaud on some occasions, and finishes in the early hours of the morning.
As well as the popular regattas throughout the year, some custom regattas also appear on the calendar for Porquerolles.
Events occur throughout the year so when touring Porquerolles with a luxury charter yacht guests may enjoy the Black Pepper Challenge, the Criterium Psaross 33 or even the Yacht Club de France Spring Cup.
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This is a small selection of the global luxury yacht charter fleet, with 3788 motor yachts, sail yachts, explorer yachts and catamarans to choose from including superyachts and megayachts, the world is your oyster. Why search for your ideal yacht charter vacation anywhere else?