French island in the Mediterranean Sea
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Porquerolles (aka Île de Porquerolles), is an island in the Îles d'Hyères archipelago in Var.
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church
It has a curious Way of the Cross with a knife carried by a soldier.
E. Lopez garden
There a number of forts on the island. This one is open to the public.
wind mill
Good reviews
Not cheap, but good quality
Fish couscous was recommended by a visitor.
A restaurant at the beach. Mixed reviews.
1* Michelin restaurant. Cuisine: modern, creative
In July and August there are other some connections by boat from Toulon, Bandol, La Londe-les-Maures and other places.
Read in the guideBy foot or by bicycle. It's rumoured there is also one taxi on the island.
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Hyères, Var · Regional · TLN
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