In Cogolin, cycling is a matter of course. Between the nearby sea and the gentle slopes of the Massif des Maures, you pedal to the rhythm of the south, the pine forests in the distance and the scent of garrigue in the background. Once you've adjusted your saddle, you leave the center of town to glide towards the port and marinas: a ribbon of gentle lanes, almost flat, where you skirt the water, sailboats and reeds. Ideal for a family stroll, with an ice cream break in front of the tinkling masts.

Looking for measured relief? Head for the vineyards and cork oaks. The road undulates up to the hilltop villages, with a short but panoramic climb. At the top, a view of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and the pattern of the hills, a simple and perfect reward. Nature lovers push on a little further, along the small, shady roads of the Maures, where thyme, rockroses and golden light create a picture-postcard backdrop. Whether mountain bike, road bike or electric bike, there's something for everyone.