Transport, shuttles and soft mobility
In the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, discover all the solutions for getting around Saint-Tropez: sea shuttles, bicycles, free transport and sustainable mobility.
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez now offers a range of alternative mobility solutions, particularly useful on market days in Saint-Tropez, Tuesdays and Saturdays, when traffic is at its heaviest. These solutions help to reduce traffic congestion, environmental impact and travel comfort. Even when traffic is heavy, there are simple, fast and pleasant ways of getting to Saint-Tropez other than by car.
Maritime shuttles for easy access to Saint-Tropez
Les Bateaux Verts: maritime links in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Les Bateaux Verts maritime shuttles easily link the marinas of Cogolin, Port Grimaud and Sainte-Maxime to Saint-Tropez. Fast and regular, they allow you to avoid traffic jams and paying parking fees in Saint-Tropez, while enjoying a pleasant trip at sea.
Check out the special offers with “Amusez-vous” and the shuttle schedules: Bateaux Verts
Maritime shuttles from Saint-Raphaël
From Saint-Raphaël, the company Les Bateaux Bleus also offers direct connections to Saint-Tropez, an ideal solution for accessing the Gulf without using the car: https: //lesbateauxbleus.com/
Cycling and bike paths
Cycling is a great alternative for getting around Saint-Tropez. You can link Sainte-Maxime, Port Grimaud and Saint-Tropez via a secure cycle path. Renting a bike offers great freedom of movement and is an excellent way to discover the Gulf of Saint-Tropez at your own pace, while enjoying the scenery and coastline.
The V65 coastal cycle route links Sainte-Maxime to Rayol-Canadel sur Mer. However, certain sections of the cycle path are occasionally interrupted, requiring traffic to be diverted onto the road, notably at the La Foux crossroads.
Free beach shuttles during the summer season
During the summer, free shuttle buses link certain villages to their beaches: Ramatuelle, La Croix Valmer and Cavalaire. These buses offer a practical solution for getting to the beach without a car, while promoting more sustainable mobility and less congested roads. They help to keep traffic flowing and reduce the number of vehicles on the main roads, particularly those leading to Saint-Tropez.
To optimize your trips and check shuttle schedules in real time, download the free Pysae application.
What if getting around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez was easier than you thought?
FAQ – Getting around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
How do you get around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez without a car?
Getting around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez is easy thanks to sea shuttles, bicycles, free beach shuttles in summer and alternative transport. These solutions make it easy to get around while avoiding heavy traffic, especially in high season.
What shuttle services are available to Saint-Tropez?
Les Bateaux Verts offers regular shuttle services to Saint-Tropez. These run between Sainte-Maxime, Port Grimaud, Les Marines de Cogolin and the port of Saint-Tropez.
Les Bateaux Bleus offers departures from Saint-Raphaël.
Can I get to Saint-Tropez by boat from Sainte-Maxime?
Yes, daily boat shuttles run between Sainte-Maxime and Saint-Tropez. It’s one of the quickest and most convenient ways to reach Saint-Tropez, especially during peak periods.
Are bicycles the best way to get around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
Yes, cycling is particularly well suited to short trips and travel between Sainte-Maxime, Port Grimaud and Saint-Tropez. The Gulf of St. Tropez has a number of safe cycle paths, including the V65, offering a pleasant and sustainable alternative to the car. Beware, however, that some sections are on roads, notably at the Carrefour de la Foux.
Are there any cycle paths around Saint-Tropez?
Cycling is a soft mobility solution for getting around Saint-Tropez. You can link Sainte-Maxime to Saint-Tropez using the secure cycle path.
Are the beach shuttles free?
Yes, during the summer season, free beach shuttles serve Ramatuelle, La Croix Valmer and Cavalaire. They provide easy access from these villages to their beaches, while reducing car traffic.
How can I find out the times of the beach shuttles in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
Shuttle bus timetables can be consulted on Tourist Office websites or via the Pysae application, which allows you to optimize your travel and track buses in real time.
Why favour alternative forms of transport in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
Alternative forms of mobility help to reduce traffic congestion, limit environmental impact and improve the quality of travel. They contribute to sustainable mobility that benefits residents and visitors alike.
What’s the best way to get around Saint-Tropez and the surrounding villages in summer?
In summer, sea shuttles, free beach shuttles and bicycles are the most efficient ways to get around Saint-Tropez and the surrounding villages, especially on market days (Tuesday and Saturday).