Rue de la Ponche

Rue de la Ponche, the soul of old Saint-Tropez

Rue de la Ponche is one of the most evocative streets of old Saint-Tropez. Here, everything recalls the original village, with its narrow lanes and its warm-coloured façades. The Saint-Tropez audio-guided tour stops here to stroll in this historic district, the former fishing heart, away from the tumult of the port.

The original district of the village

Rue de la Ponche crosses the historic district of the same name, the cradle of Saint-Tropez. A former fishing district, by the sea, it has kept the authentic atmosphere of the old village, with its narrow lanes, its vaulted passages and its Mediterranean-coloured houses. It is here that the original heart of Saint-Tropez beats, far from the glitter of the modern port.

What to see

Here you wander between cobbled lanes, colourful façades and picturesque passages, in one of the most authentic districts of the village. The street leads to the Ponche beach and offers pretty glimpses of the sea. It is an essential stop to feel the charm of old Saint-Tropez, away from the tourist bustle.

Practical information

Rue de la Ponche lies in the historic Ponche district of Saint-Tropez, reachable on foot. It is a public street, freely accessible and on the level; its cobbled lanes are explored on foot. The district is best enjoyed in the morning or at the end of the day, when the light highlights the colourful façades.

Why visit Rue de la Ponche?

To discover the soul of old Saint-Tropez, with its narrow lanes, its colourful façades and the authentic atmosphere of the former fishing district.

Where does Rue de la Ponche lead?

To the Ponche beach, the former fishing beach of the historic district, by the sea.