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Fountain of the Three Dolphins – Place Puget loop from Toulon
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Fountain of the Three Dolphins – Place Puget loop from Toulon
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Fountain of the Three Dolphins – Place Puget loop from Toulon
01:22
5.20km
50m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: July 8, 2026
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1.19 km
Toulon's Small Harbor
Highlight • Natural
The harbor is one of Toulon's most emblematic sites. It includes the small harbor, which houses the military port, the marina, and the ferry terminal, as well as the large harbor, a coastal strip stretching from the Tour Royale to Cap Brun.
Thanks to its exceptional natural environment (the hills surround the city and overlook the harbor), Toulon has become the only harbor to combine maritime and land defenses. This military heritage of forts, towers, and other fortresses, combined with the historic presence of the Arsenal, now known as the naval base, today provides the opportunity to tell great stories of strategy, battles, and the Revolution.
All year round, the boatmen located at the port offer guided tours of the most beautiful harbor in Europe: the naval base and buildings of the French Navy, the marine cemetery, the port of La Seyne-sur-Mer and the former shipyards, the Tamaris corniche, Lazaret Bay and its mussel beds, the Saint Mandrier peninsula, the fortifications (Eguillette, Balaguier, Tour Royale), and the Mourillon beaches.
Toulon harbor is also an ideal navigational area for sailing, dinghy sailing, and a variety of water sports (sea kayaking, paddleboarding, rowing, etc.). It hosts numerous prestigious regattas and nautical races.
Thanks to its exceptional natural environment (the hills surround the city and overlook the harbor), Toulon has become the only harbor to combine maritime and land defenses. This military heritage of forts, towers, and other fortresses, combined with the historic presence of the Arsenal, now known as the naval base, today provides the opportunity to tell great stories of strategy, battles, and the Revolution.
All year round, the boatmen located at the port offer guided tours of the most beautiful harbor in Europe: the naval base and buildings of the French Navy, the marine cemetery, the port of La Seyne-sur-Mer and the former shipyards, the Tamaris corniche, Lazaret Bay and its mussel beds, the Saint Mandrier peninsula, the fortifications (Eguillette, Balaguier, Tour Royale), and the Mourillon beaches.
Toulon harbor is also an ideal navigational area for sailing, dinghy sailing, and a variety of water sports (sea kayaking, paddleboarding, rowing, etc.). It hosts numerous prestigious regattas and nautical races.
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1.68 km
Gate of the Former Toulon Naval Hospital
Highlight • Monument
After the Jesuits were expelled from France in 1764, their seminary in Toulon was transformed into a naval hospital.
The imposing gate of the Jesuit seminary has been moved twice.
When the naval hospital was demolished in 1911, the beautiful oak door of the former Jesuit seminary was moved to the front of the Corderie and placed against the perimeter wall of the arsenal. In 1917, it served as the entrance to the offices of the Maritime Prefecture located on the upper floor of the Corderie.
The gate was moved a second time during the construction of the western highway in 1975.
Now leaning against the facade of the Corderie's eastern pavilion, two majestic statues overlook it.
The one on the left represents Religion, and the one on the right represents Strength, armed with a club. The work was supervised by Raymond Langueneux, master of the port's sculpture workshop. The sculptures were created by Pierre Tombarelli.
The imposing gate of the Jesuit seminary has been moved twice.
When the naval hospital was demolished in 1911, the beautiful oak door of the former Jesuit seminary was moved to the front of the Corderie and placed against the perimeter wall of the arsenal. In 1917, it served as the entrance to the offices of the Maritime Prefecture located on the upper floor of the Corderie.
The gate was moved a second time during the construction of the western highway in 1975.
Now leaning against the facade of the Corderie's eastern pavilion, two majestic statues overlook it.
The one on the left represents Religion, and the one on the right represents Strength, armed with a club. The work was supervised by Raymond Langueneux, master of the port's sculpture workshop. The sculptures were created by Pierre Tombarelli.
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2.89 km
Toulon Opera
Highlight • Other
This imposing building, one of the most important provincial opera houses, is located in the heart of the city of Toulon. It has two entrances: the first, open to spectators during performances, on Place Victor Hugo (Place du Théâtre), and the second, located to the north, opening onto Toulon's main thoroughfare, Boulevard de Strasbourg. The north façade is decorated with six statues created by the Toulon sculptor.
The Toulon Opera House can accommodate up to 1,329 seated spectators. Boasting exceptional acoustics, this cultural venue welcomes over 50,000 people each year.
The Toulon Opera House is said to have the steepest stage in France, with a 7% gradient. This gives an impression of depth and better visibility for all spectators, but can also be a challenge for dancers and actors performing.
Since 1770, the city of Toulon had had the Salle de la Comédie, a venue that would soon be almost a century old, but which was very dilapidated, cramped, and uncomfortable, according to Toulon's upper class. The city's expansion decreed in 1853 and the relocation of its ramparts further north made the construction of a new venue possible.
After two years of work, which began on March 5, 1860, based on plans by architect Léon Feuchère and extensively revised by Charpentier, the Toulon Opera House was inaugurated on October 1, 1862, thirteen years before the Opéra Garnier (Paris had already had venues prior to the latter's construction, notably the Opéra Le Peletier).
The Toulon Opera House can accommodate up to 1,329 seated spectators. Boasting exceptional acoustics, this cultural venue welcomes over 50,000 people each year.
The Toulon Opera House is said to have the steepest stage in France, with a 7% gradient. This gives an impression of depth and better visibility for all spectators, but can also be a challenge for dancers and actors performing.
Since 1770, the city of Toulon had had the Salle de la Comédie, a venue that would soon be almost a century old, but which was very dilapidated, cramped, and uncomfortable, according to Toulon's upper class. The city's expansion decreed in 1853 and the relocation of its ramparts further north made the construction of a new venue possible.
After two years of work, which began on March 5, 1860, based on plans by architect Léon Feuchère and extensively revised by Charpentier, the Toulon Opera House was inaugurated on October 1, 1862, thirteen years before the Opéra Garnier (Paris had already had venues prior to the latter's construction, notably the Opéra Le Peletier).
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2.91 km
Street art
Highlight • Other
From June 14 to October 5, 2025, 80 works of street art will be presented at the Toulon Art Museum. The star artist of this new exhibition will be Banksy. The artist who rose to prominence with "The Little Girl with a Balloon" and whose identity is the subject of much speculation has become a phenomenon capable of shaking global public opinion. Through his stencils, as well as Basquiat's graffiti, and more contemporary canvases such as those of JR, Invader, and Madame, the entire spectrum of street art, from its history to its various movements, will be presented to the people of Toulon.
Five years ago, "Picasso and the Mediterranean Landscape" attracted more than 55,000 visitors to the completely renovated Toulon Art Museum (MAT). Similar popular success is expected for "Banksy, Before / After - A (R)evolution." "Toulon claims to be a working-class city, a city where everyone has their place, their role to play, a city where art is accessible to all," emphasized Josée Massi, Mayor of Toulon, during the presentation of the exhibition, which took place in one of the rooms dedicated to contemporary art at the MAT. The artist, whose identity remains a mystery, will therefore be the featured artist of this new cultural event, scheduled from June 14 to October 5, to allow schoolchildren and students to discover this artistic movement. An art form that has been moving in recent years from the streets where it originated to the walls of museums.
"Street art has its place in a museum. Many street artists regularly abandon walls, bridges, sidewalks, and bus shelters to produce studio works, on transportable media that can be exhibited in museums and galleries just like other artists," continued the chief magistrate. 80 works, including 40 by Banksy, will be presented to the general public. All are drawn from private collections. All will trace the history of this artistic movement, born in the 1960s. All will offer a broad overview of what urban art can be. All will shed light on how it is expressed in France, the United States, Italy, and South American countries. All will trace its evolution from the pioneers of the American underground to its most contemporary expression. All will place the artist who most often works with stencils at the heart of the dialogue: because there is a before, a during, and an after Banksy.
This exhibition, which is being produced with the assistance of an Italian partner, 24 Ore Cultura, a Banksy specialist, was designed to interact with works from the museum's permanent collection and, more specifically, the creations of Ernest Pignon-Ernest, which will be presented in the Graphic Arts Room. The Nice-based artist is considered one of the pioneers of French urban art. A dialogue with the contemporary and a bridge to the classical: Italian street artist Andrea Ravo Mattoni will create a mural inside the museum's spaces, reinterpreting Émile Loubon's 1852 painting, "Return of the Herd," in his own visual language.
By offering this reinterpretation to the general public, the MAT is embodying a powerful symbolism: that of a museum that bridges eras and art forms.
Five years ago, "Picasso and the Mediterranean Landscape" attracted more than 55,000 visitors to the completely renovated Toulon Art Museum (MAT). Similar popular success is expected for "Banksy, Before / After - A (R)evolution." "Toulon claims to be a working-class city, a city where everyone has their place, their role to play, a city where art is accessible to all," emphasized Josée Massi, Mayor of Toulon, during the presentation of the exhibition, which took place in one of the rooms dedicated to contemporary art at the MAT. The artist, whose identity remains a mystery, will therefore be the featured artist of this new cultural event, scheduled from June 14 to October 5, to allow schoolchildren and students to discover this artistic movement. An art form that has been moving in recent years from the streets where it originated to the walls of museums.
"Street art has its place in a museum. Many street artists regularly abandon walls, bridges, sidewalks, and bus shelters to produce studio works, on transportable media that can be exhibited in museums and galleries just like other artists," continued the chief magistrate. 80 works, including 40 by Banksy, will be presented to the general public. All are drawn from private collections. All will trace the history of this artistic movement, born in the 1960s. All will offer a broad overview of what urban art can be. All will shed light on how it is expressed in France, the United States, Italy, and South American countries. All will trace its evolution from the pioneers of the American underground to its most contemporary expression. All will place the artist who most often works with stencils at the heart of the dialogue: because there is a before, a during, and an after Banksy.
This exhibition, which is being produced with the assistance of an Italian partner, 24 Ore Cultura, a Banksy specialist, was designed to interact with works from the museum's permanent collection and, more specifically, the creations of Ernest Pignon-Ernest, which will be presented in the Graphic Arts Room. The Nice-based artist is considered one of the pioneers of French urban art. A dialogue with the contemporary and a bridge to the classical: Italian street artist Andrea Ravo Mattoni will create a mural inside the museum's spaces, reinterpreting Émile Loubon's 1852 painting, "Return of the Herd," in his own visual language.
By offering this reinterpretation to the general public, the MAT is embodying a powerful symbolism: that of a museum that bridges eras and art forms.
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2.94 km
Place Victor Hugo
Highlight • Other
The entrance to the Toulon Theater stands proudly on the square.
Place Victor Hugo was created at the same time as the Opera House. One project even included extending it to the port.
To the north, the artists' entrance opens onto Boulevard de Strasbourg. This one is also adorned with six statues of muses.
Rue Racine borders the Opera House and also boasts notable buildings such as the former Caisse d'Epargne (from 1895 to 1991, now occupied by the administrative court).
On a large section of wall facing the square, there is an imposing drawing (somewhat trompe l'oeil) of two people sitting at a table on a terrace, drinking and chatting. This scene from everyday life is a tribute to Raimu and commemorates his memory.
Place Victor Hugo was created at the same time as the Opera House. One project even included extending it to the port.
To the north, the artists' entrance opens onto Boulevard de Strasbourg. This one is also adorned with six statues of muses.
Rue Racine borders the Opera House and also boasts notable buildings such as the former Caisse d'Epargne (from 1895 to 1991, now occupied by the administrative court).
On a large section of wall facing the square, there is an imposing drawing (somewhat trompe l'oeil) of two people sitting at a table on a terrace, drinking and chatting. This scene from everyday life is a tribute to Raimu and commemorates his memory.
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3.00 km
Fountain of the Three Dolphins
Highlight • Monument
Great overgrown rock 🪨 as a fountain in the middle of the city!
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3.60 km
Place Puget
Highlight • Other
Built on the site of the former wheat exchange, the square became the fodder market in the 18th century and was named Place au Foin.
After various names, including Place des Trois Dauphins in 1861, it was finally renamed Place Puget in 1869.
The first fountain, embellished by Gaspard Puget in 1649, was replaced by a large circular basin in 1780.
The three dolphins with entwined tails that give the fountain its charm are the work of Chastel.
Nestled in the shade of large plane trees, the first hotels established on this square welcomed Dumas, Flaubert, Hugo, and Sand.
Today, lined with cafés and rich in lush vegetation, the fountain and Place Puget have the picturesque charm of small Provençal squares.
After various names, including Place des Trois Dauphins in 1861, it was finally renamed Place Puget in 1869.
The first fountain, embellished by Gaspard Puget in 1649, was replaced by a large circular basin in 1780.
The three dolphins with entwined tails that give the fountain its charm are the work of Chastel.
Nestled in the shade of large plane trees, the first hotels established on this square welcomed Dumas, Flaubert, Hugo, and Sand.
Today, lined with cafés and rich in lush vegetation, the fountain and Place Puget have the picturesque charm of small Provençal squares.
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3.90 km
Raimu's Card Game Statue
Highlight • Monument
Leaving the port, facing the ferry terminal, visitors arrive in front of Algiers' shopping street. Before taking it, head directly to your right to discover this charming little cobbled square where you can't help but smile when you discover the famous card game between César (Raimu) and Panisse, immortalized in bronze. Sitting at a table playing (in real size), there are two other empty seats next to them where you can sit and share a surreal moment with them! The expression of truth in their faces and their attitudes encourage you to sit down and join them for an immemorial photograph.
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5.20 km
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2.38 km
2.15 km
643 m
< 100 m
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3.79 km
1.26 km
134 m
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After that we visited the Maritime Museum. The museum's theme is the naval port of Toulon.
Then we took the harbor bus for a ride.
Oh yes: it's carnival today too...
Everything was a bit restructured, but because the distances were so short we didn't have to be more systematic.
The only thing we …
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