Ships anchoring in the bay are well sheltered from winds. A tender disembarks passengers at the harbor in the town center. Despite Saint-Tropez's show-biz reputation, the local population holds on firmly to its ancient traditions - a combination of glamour and folklore that make the city an authentically charming place to be. Painters, writers and poets such as Baudelaire, Signac, Colette and Jacques Prévert discovered Saint-Tropez long before the movie stars! The "Musée de l'Annonciade" museum houses an impressive collection of post-impressionist art while the Citadel, now home to the National Maritime Museum, offers superb panoramic views over the Bay of Saint Tropez.

A walk along the harbor, a drink at the famous Sénéquier Café and a browse round the town's luxury boutiques are absolute musts for visitors. Saint-Tropez's beautiful sandy beaches and translucent Mediterranean waters are ideal for all types of water sports. The International Regattas and speedboat championships are major events in the town's calendar. Saint Tropez offers many luxury four-star hotels and restaurants.

Harbor Master's Office: 33 (0)494 56 68 70 Tourist Office: 33 (0)494 97 45 21 www.saint-tropez.fr