Fondation Carmignac
At the heart of the protected site on the island of Porquerolles, just a 10-minute walk from the port, the Villa Carmignac is an art venue that hosts a temporary exhibition every year. To encourage a more intimate encounter with the works of art, the capacity is limited to 50 visitors per half-hour, and the spaces are to be visited barefoot. The visit is completed by a 15-hectare sculpture garden. Throughout the summer, the Villa Carmignac offers a programme of open-air cinema, music festivals, creative workshops and an exceptional late-night opening under the sign of the Full Moon.
At the heart of the protected site on the island of Porquerolles, just a 10-minute walk from the port, the Villa Carmignac is an art venue that hosts a temporary exhibition every year. To encourage a more intimate encounter with the works of art, the capacity is limited to 50 visitors per half-hour, and the spaces are to be visited barefoot. The visit is completed by a 15-hectare sculpture garden. Throughout the summer, the Villa Carmignac offers a programme of open-air cinema, music festivals, creative workshops and an exceptional late-night opening under the sign of the Full Moon.
Programme
The Infinite Woman
Strong, lustful, fatal, loving, tempting or even cyborgs, women appear here in all their indefinable complexity. From Sandro Botticelli and Judy Chicago to Michael Armitage, Roy Lichtenstein, Martine Gutierrez and Billie Zangewa, the exhibition brings together the work of more than sixty artists and invites visitors to reflect on feminine narratives, from original myths to the most contemporary and subversive images.
Access
Fondation Carmignac
Piste de la Courtade
Île de Porquerolles
83400 Hyères
+33 (0)4 65 65 25 50
villacarmignac.com
Open from May to October.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10am – 6pm.
In July & August: Tuesday to Sunday: 10am - 7pm (Thursday until 10pm).
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PLACES TO DISCOVER
• The farmers’ market of local producers : every Tuesday in downtown Hyères.
• The Saint Paul collegiate : church built in 1182 and classified as a Historical Monument.
• Parcours des Arts et du Patrimoine : about 40 galleries, craftspeople workshops and boutiques in the pedestrian streets of the old town.
PLACES TO STAY
• La Reine Jane : a family hotel with 14 bedrooms decorated by 14 designers. Aperitif on the rooftop and pleasant, generous restaurant, ideal with friends.
• Le Provençal*** : an institution of the Giens Peninsula: sea view, legendary seawater pool, friendly welcome.
• Lido Beach : hotel located in edge of beach with sight on the roadstead of Hyères.
PLACES TO EAT
• La Rascasse : the gourmet restaurant of the hotel Le Provença overlooks the sea and the Hyères islands with its outside terrace.
• Le Pothuau : provençal seafood specialities. Bouillabaisse, provençal bourride, fish soup and seafood paella… Reservation required.
• La Langouste : snack in the villa Noailles’ garden.
• Le Marais Plage : mediterranean cuisine to enjoy in front of the sea.
• Chez Lulu : traditional Italian cuisine and Le Frigo de Lulu for the Italian delicatessen and snack.
• Le Denti : fish eatery, 100% sea and local. Ideally located on a terrace downtown.
• La Brasserie : the traditional bistro of the hôtel Le Provençal.
• Don Pappazino : delicious pizzas.
