Le Cap Dramont

A closer look at Cap Dramont

Cap Dramont is the southernmost part of the Massif de l’Estérel. This natural treasure is located in the village of Le Dramont, one of the most beautiful parts of Saint-Raphaël. Although its height is relatively modest compared to the rest of the mountain range, its location is nonetheless impressive.

The different perspectives of Cap Dramont offer visitors a unique panoramic view. From one side, the rest of the Estérel dominates the headland. From the other, the cape overlooks the expanse of the Mediterranean and the Île d’Or in particular. This small island, located opposite the mainland, is actually part of the Massif de l’Estérel. This isn't hard to believe, as the small island is composed of red volcanic rock, just like Cap Dramont and the Estérel mountain range.

Cap Dramont is also an excellent place to explore the plant life of the Côte d’Azur. The numerous paths are the perfect way to discover the majestic pine trees, as well as a wide variety of plants that are typical of the mountain range. Thanks to this biodiversity, the area has been designated a Natura 2000 site and an outstanding heritage site.

If you book a holiday at our campsite in Saint-Raphaël, you’ll be staying at the foot of Cap Dramont. The stunning natural landscape provides a new perspective of the seashore and surrounding area. A fascinating place that is really worth exploring. There are a variety of ways to do this, as the cape holds plenty of surprises.

Activities

The main activity at Cap Dramont is, of course, walking. The Sentier du Littoral is a coastal walk from the Port de Santa Lucia to Agay, another coastal resort in Saint-Raphaël. There are several signposted routes which are very useful.

You could start your walk at the small harbour of Poussaï. Featuring just 90 berths, and many more mimosa plants, it perfectly captures the spirit of the coast: authentic and reserved, since it can scarcely be seen from land.

Along the way, you’ll discover some stunning places in the cape. These include the Dramont Semaphore, the largest in the PACA region. This 125-metre structure has been used for military surveillance and communications. Today, it is used by the French Navy to monitor the coast, with more peaceful aims than in the past.

Although some places can be seen more easily as you get closer, others are better observed from a distance. The paths offer views of numerous points of interest along the Var coast. From the Île d’Or to the bay of Agay, not forgetting the D-Day Landing Beach. The latter, formerly known as Plage du Dramont, was one of the sites of the D-Day landings in Provence on 15 August 1944.

Finally, you can also explore Cap Dramont using a rather unexpected method. Did you know that the TER train line passes by the Estérel mountains?  So if you go by train to visit other attractions in the region, you’ll travel along the coast via the cape.