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Place des Lices

France

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We will start the tour with the famous square Place des Lices

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Contents

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the Place des Lices, the vibrant and beating heart of Saint Tropez. While the harbor may be the stage for the world's most glamorous yachts, it is here, under the majestic canopy of centuries-old plane trees, that the…

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  2. 2The Market: A Symphony of Provençal Flavors

    Every Tuesday and Saturday morning, the Place des Lices is transformed as the legendary Provençal market takes over the entire square. This is not merely a place to shop; it is a vibrant rainbow of colors and smells, drawing…

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  3. 3Pétanque: The Ritual of the Lices

    When the market stalls are cleared away, the Place des Lices reveals its true purpose: as a stadium for pétanque, a French game similar to bocce ball. Under the shade of the big trees, men and women of all ages gather to play,…

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  4. 4Boutiques and Bargains: The Shopping Scene

    Saint Tropez is world-famous as a fashion capital, and the streets radiating from the Place des Lices offer a wide range of shopping experiences. If you love clothes, this area is a must-visit, featuring everything from big…

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  5. 5Café Senequier and the Art of People Watching

    Just a short stroll from the square is the famous Café Senequier, whose presence is inextricably linked to the social life of the Place des Lices. This iconic red-themed cafe is one of the best spots for 'people watching,' a…

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  6. 6La Ponche: The Gateway to the Old Town

    As you move from the Place des Lices toward the sea, you enter 'La Ponche,' the oldest and prettiest part of Saint Tropez. This neighborhood, with its narrow streets and colorful houses, feels like it’s from another time, serving…

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  7. 7The Culinary Heritage of Provence

    The Place des Lices is, above all, a culinary destination. Provence is known throughout Europe for its incredible variety of food, and this square showcases the best of it. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As the sun begins to sink lower, casting long shadows of the plane trees across the dusty square, we conclude our journey at the Place des Lices. You have experienced the many faces of this remarkable location—from the…

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What is Place des Lices?

Place des Lices is a place in France with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationFrance
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.2700, 6.6412
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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