Yachting destination

Saint-Tropez

Mediterranean French Riviera / Côte d’Azur France Western Mediterranean / French Riviera May to September ★ 2 Star Superyacht Guide Destination Award

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Welcome to Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez is a classic French Riviera yacht destination with beach clubs, old-port glamour and strong summer charter appeal.

Superyacht Guide Award

Superyacht Guide Destination Star

★★☆☆☆

2 Stars - Good yachting destination

Preliminary Superyacht Guide destination note pending full editorial assessment. Saint-Tropez has major recognised yachting merit and Riviera charter appeal.

Preliminary Listing Riviera Classic Beach Clubs

Last reviewed: May 10, 2026

Destination Stars are editorial ratings based on cruising appeal, marina access, hospitality, scenery, events, seasonality and available information.

Destination intelligence

Key facts at a glance

The essentials for planning a visit, cruising or shore-side operations.

Region
Mediterranean
Local area
French Riviera / Côte d’Azur
Country
France
City / area
Saint-Tropez
Type
Riviera resort / beach-club destination
Cruising area
Western Mediterranean / French Riviera
Best season
May to September
Nearest airport
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport
NCE
Charter appeal
Very high
Marinas
5 marinas in the destination area

Explore Saint-Tropez

The destination guide

Saint-Tropez is one of the classic superyacht destinations of the French Riviera, combining glamour, beach clubs, old-town charm, luxury shopping and a long association with Mediterranean summer society. It remains a defining stop on Western Mediterranean charter itineraries between Monaco, Cannes, Antibes and the Côte d’Azur anchorages.

The old port is central to the Saint-Tropez experience, with yachts, cafés and boutiques arranged around a compact waterfront. Large yachts often anchor in the bay or use nearby berthing options depending on size and season. Pampelonne Beach, with its beach clubs and restaurants, is a major part of the destination’s appeal.

Saint-Tropez is best known for lifestyle rather than large marina infrastructure. Guests visit for beach clubs, nightlife, Provençal markets, restaurants, villas and the social atmosphere of the summer season. Berthing, tender permissions and restaurant arrangements need early planning during July and August.

Superyacht highlights

  • Classic French Riviera yacht destination
  • Old port, luxury shopping and Provençal atmosphere
  • Pampelonne Beach and famous beach clubs
  • Strong charter and summer social appeal
  • Large-yacht anchoring and tender planning often important

Plan the visit

Travel, berthing and planning

Operational details and access information for the destination.

Arrival and airport access

Nearest airport

Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (NCE)

Ground access

Nice is the main international airport, with helicopter and chauffeur transfers often used.

Marina and yacht access

Marina access

The old port is iconic but limited; nearby berthing and anchorages are often used by larger yachts.

Berthing

Highly competitive in peak season; many large yachts rely on anchoring and tender access.

Planning details

Best time to visit

June and September often offer strong atmosphere with less peak congestion than August.

Coordinates

43.269000, 6.577000

The waterfront

Marinas and berthing

Time ashore

Hospitality and experiences

Stay

Hotels and accommodation

Cheval Blanc St-Tropez; Hôtel Byblos; Airelles Château de la Messardière; Lily of the Valley

Dining

Restaurants

Club 55; Loulou Ramatuelle; Sénéquier; Gigi Ramatuelle; Dior des Lices

Explore

Attractions and places

Old Port; Pampelonne Beach; Place des Lices; Ramatuelle; coastal anchorages

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