The Best Neighbourhoods
in Saint-Tropez

The Saint-Tropez peninsula encompasses a remarkable diversity of residential environments — from the celebrity-watched terraces of the old village to the wild, pine-scented hilltops of Cap Camarat. Understanding these neighbourhoods is the essential first step in identifying the right property for your lifestyle and investment objectives.

In eighteen years of guiding clients through Riviera acquisitions, we have learnt that the finest match between buyer and property always begins with a deep understanding of where you want to live — not just what you want to live in. This guide profiles the peninsula's key neighbourhoods.

Les Parcs de Saint-Tropez

The most prestigious address on the peninsula — and one of the most coveted gated residential domains in the world. Les Parcs encompasses several interconnected private estates (including La Réserve and others) covering the hillsides immediately above the village, with discreet access control, 24-hour security and an extraordinary roster of neighbours from global finance, entertainment and royalty.

Properties here range from large contemporary villas to classically proportioned bastides, all set within mature grounds with swimming pools and, in many cases, sweeping sea views. Prices are among the highest on the peninsula and properties are rarely offered publicly — most transactions occur through the private networks of agencies like ours.

Ramatuelle

The hillside village of Ramatuelle — perched above the Pampelonne beach area — is surrounded by some of the peninsula's most desirable residential properties. The combination of views (west-facing hilltops look directly over the bay towards Saint-Tropez village), proximity to the legendary Pampelonne beach and a quieter, more private atmosphere than the village itself has made Ramatuelle particularly attractive to discerning international buyers.

The area immediately around the beach — accessible via winding roads through vineyards and pine forests — hosts several of the peninsula's finest waterfront properties. This stretch of coastline is internationally recognised as among the most beautiful in the Mediterranean.

Gassin

Gassin village — classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France — stands at the highest point of the peninsula, offering extraordinary 360-degree views over the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the Maures mountains and, on clear days, as far as the Lérins islands off Cannes. The residential zone around Gassin combines dramatic views with a genuine sense of elevation and tranquillity rarely found so close to Saint-Tropez.

The coastline below Gassin — wild, relatively undeveloped and strikingly beautiful — hosts some of the most exceptional private estates on the entire peninsula, including rare properties with private coves and direct sea access.

The Village of Saint-Tropez

The village itself — its celebrated old port, the Place des Lices, the narrow cobbled streets of the quartier de la Ponche — offers a limited but highly sought-after stock of luxury properties. Townhouses, penthouses and converted mansions within walking distance of the port command premium prices and strong rental demand year-round.

Living in the village means being at the heart of Saint-Tropez's extraordinary social life — but it also means proximity to the summer crowds. Most buyers who choose the village do so for the convenience, the cultural richness and the cachet, while maintaining a larger private villa elsewhere on the peninsula for high season.

Grimaud and Port Grimaud

On the northern shore of the Gulf, the medieval village of Grimaud and its extraordinary 1960s creation, Port Grimaud — often called the "Venice of Provence" — offer a different proposition. Port Grimaud's canal-front houses, many with direct mooring, attract buyers who prioritise their boat as much as their home. The overall price level is lower than the peninsula, offering relative value within the broader gulf market.

Cap Camarat

The southeastern tip of the peninsula, Cap Camarat, is the peninsula's most wild and dramatic environment. The lighthouse at Cap Camarat is one of the tallest in France — and the estates that occupy these clifftop positions enjoy a solitude, natural beauty and exclusivity that is unmatched anywhere on the Côte d'Azur. These are properties for those who prioritise privacy and nature above convenience to village life.