{"id":26430,"date":"2023-05-10T18:15:13","date_gmt":"2023-05-10T16:15:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/?page_id=26430"},"modified":"2026-06-25T10:40:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T08:40:55","slug":"marine-protected-area","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/discover\/the-seaside\/marine-protected-area\/","title":{"rendered":"Marine Protected Area"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>The Gulf of Saint-Tropez borders a Marine Protected Area with unique riches (Natura 2000 site). A real coastal showcase for our territory, this marine area with remarkable biodiversity extends from Cap N\u00e8gre in the west to the tip of La Rabiou in the east, between Rayol-Canadel sur Mer and Saint-Tropez.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Panneau-AMPGST-2023-light-scaled-1-1024x851.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-171784 img-fluid rounded\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.414379467030226;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>In this Marine Protected Area, under everyone&#8217;s responsibility, nature and landscapes are in the spotlight: coastal cliffs, heavenly coves and very rich seabeds (Posidonia seagrass beds, coralline drop-offs with multicolored gorgonians, groupers, mammals sailors, etc.). Everything invites you to discover this extraordinary place, with respect for nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Community of communes of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez is the manager of this maritime and coastal area. It guarantees the fragile balance between the preservation of biodiversity and the deployment of economic and tourist activities. This requires the implementation of a multi-year management plan drawn up in consultation with the users of the site, but also by the respectful behavior of everyone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Good practices&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During your stay, you will undoubtedly have the opportunity to admire the marvels of the marine area and contribute through your best practices to their protection :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23801 img-fluid rounded\" style=\"width:243px;height:324px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-473x630.jpg 473w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Sentiers-marins\u00a9G.Sylla_-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you sail in its waters, you will probably come across our information patrols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you practice scuba diving, you will logically moor on one of our 25 buoys for dive sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you go kayaking or paddleboarding, sea excursions by sail or motor, you will have access to content produced in partnership with the manager of the marine area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you frequent the wild creeks, you will enjoy clean beaches, some of which are cleaned manually to preserve their biodiversity and natural character (Bonporteau, Sylvabelle, Gigaro Est, Les Brouis, Briande, Taillat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to discover the riches of the shallow seabed, set off to discover our four marine trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Adopt the right gestures. Help us preserve the Marine Protected Area!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>For more information: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez.fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.golfe-sainttropez.fr<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-4 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image rounded size-large is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" data-id=\"23796\" src=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FSM5-\u00a9Thierry-Houard.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23796 img-fluid img-fluid rounded\" 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https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Seiche-HP-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Seiche-HP-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/Seiche-HP-946x630.jpg 946w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image rounded size-large is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"23770\" src=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23770 img-fluid img-fluid rounded\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/IMG_8977-S-840x630.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">For a unique immersive experience at the heart of <strong>the Marine Protected Area<\/strong>, discover the marine trails \u2013 marked routes out at sea that allow you to explore, with a mask and snorkel, the rich underwater world along the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez-tourisme.fr\/en\/discover\/the-seaside\/underwater-trails\/\">Underwater trails<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">In such a well-preserved natural environment, the <strong>quality of bathing waters <\/strong>is a key concern. It is regularly monitored along the entire coastline of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez to ensure safe bathing conditions and to preserve the quality of the marine environment. These checks form an integral part of the Marine Protected Area\u2019s approach to conservation and enhancement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.golfe-sainttropez.fr\/vivre-ici\/espaces-maritimes\/gerer-pour-preserver\/le-suivi-de-la-qualite-des-eaux-de-baignade\/\">Monitoring the quality of bathing water<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Gulf of Saint-Tropez borders a Marine Protected Area with unique riches (Natura 2000 site). A real coastal showcase for our territory, this marine area with remarkable biodiversity extends from Cap N\u00e8gre in the west to the tip of La Rabiou in the east, between Rayol-Canadel sur Mer and Saint-Tropez.            In this Marine Protected Area, under everyone&#8217;s responsibility, nature and landscapes are in the spotlight: coastal cliffs, heavenly coves and very rich seabeds (Posidonia seagrass beds, coralline drop-offs with multicolored gorgonians, groupers, mammals sailors, etc.). Everything invites you to discover this extraordinary place, with respect for nature.    The Community of communes of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez is the manager of this maritime and coastal area. It guarantees the fragile balance between the preservation of biodiversity and the deployment of economic and tourist activities. This requires the implementation of a multi-year management plan drawn up in consultation with the users of the site, but also by the respectful behavior of everyone.      Good practices&nbsp;    During your stay, you will undoubtedly have the opportunity to admire the marvels of the marine area and contribute through your best practices to their protection :             If you sail in its waters, you will probably come across our information patrols    If you practice scuba diving, you will logically moor on one of our 25 buoys for dive sites    If you go kayaking or paddleboarding, sea excursions by sail or motor, you will have access to content produced in partnership with the manager of the marine area.    If you frequent the wild creeks, you will enjoy clean beaches, some of which are cleaned manually to preserve their biodiversity and natural character (Bonporteau, Sylvabelle, Gigaro Est, Les Brouis, Briande, Taillat)    If you want to discover the riches of the shallow seabed, set off to discover our four marine trails       \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Adopt the right gestures. Help us preserve the Marine Protected Area!    For more information: www.golfe-sainttropez.fr                          For a unique immersive experience at the heart of the Marine Protected Area, discover the marine trails \u2013 marked routes out at sea that allow you to explore, with a mask and snorkel, the rich underwater world along the coast.     Underwater trails     In such a well-preserved natural environment, the quality of bathing waters is a key concern. It is regularly monitored along the entire coastline of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez to ensure safe bathing conditions and to preserve the quality of the marine environment. These checks form an integral part of the Marine Protected Area\u2019s approach to conservation and enhancement.     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