The Port-Man circuit

Continue past the post office, then turn left towards Fort du Moulin (not open to visitors). Walk past the tower and rampart. Opposite the drawbridge, take the path to the right, which begins with two small steps. You can go around the fort to the left. Superb views of the Port-Cros roadstead and the islet of Bagaud. A few dozen metres further on is the small marine cemetery. Take the path furthest to the left. A few short climbs will warm your calves, but fortunately most of the path is shaded. Small numbered plaques show the main plants that characterize the island's vegetation (see "Sentier des Plantes" brochure). About 15 minutes later, at the bend of a loop, you suddenly discover the islet of Rascas and the beach of La Palud, where the underwater trail is located. In the distance, the pointe de la Galère and, behind it, the île du Levant can be seen. Descend to the beach and take the staircase cut into the rock at the other end. The walk continues along a shady path typical of the island, towards the pointe de la Galère and then the Calanque longue, before arriving in the bay of Port-Man, a large bay sheltered from the Mistral. Cross the beach. You can continue on to the Port-Man fort (not open to visitors) for a beautiful view of the bay. Take the track to the right, towards "la Sardinière". This old farmhouse has just been completely restored. Continue along the track towards the village until you reach the asphalt road that leads to Fort de l'Eminence, then Fort de l'Estissac (open in season), and finally the port (see "Sentinelles de pierre" brochure).