Port-Cros
France · Provence-Alpes-C�te d'AzurFR
French island in the Mediterranean Sea
Port-Cros is a French island in the Mediterranean island group known as the Îles d'Hyères. It is part of the commune of Hyères, in the department of Var in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The island was donated to the French government with the promise that a national park, the Port-Cros National Park, would be created on the island. This was established on 14 December 1963. The island is 4 km (2 mi) wide and its most elevated point is 199 m (653 ft). It is 650 hectares.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 43.010, 6.382
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Elevation
- 7 m
Overview of Port-Cros
Port-Cros belongs to Provence-Alpes-C�te d'Azur, France and has the feel of a spot. Plan around water sports, nature and family and you will not run out of ideas. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Port-Cros
Water Sports in Port-Cros
(8)Our data lists Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking, Paddle and Scuba Diving as water sports options here. Counting everything, 8 activities fall under this heading. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Port-Cros.
Nature in Port-Cros
(5)On the nature side, Port-Cros offers Beaches, Islands, National Parks, Nature Reserves and Parks. Everything listed here comes from what Port-Cros is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Family in Port-Cros
(1)Looking for family? Port-Cros has Playgrounds. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Port-Cros's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Port-Cros
June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days.
Getting there & around
Small places like Port-Cros are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Provence-Alpes-C�te d'Azur. Time zone: Europe/Paris.
Similar destinations
Places near Port-Cros that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Port-Cros known for?
- Port-Cros, in Provence-Alpes-C�te d'Azur, France, is best known for water sports, nature and family. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Port-Cros?
- Recorded activities in Port-Cros include Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking, Paddle and Scuba Diving. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Port-Cros?
- June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of April to June and September to October suit hiking and outdoor days.
- Where is Port-Cros located?
- Port-Cros is located in Provence-Alpes-C�te d'Azur, France. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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