By aarneiro, published on May 26, 2026
Reading time: 2 min.
Something to make your holidays extra special!
When you think of Fréjus, you immediately picture beaches, sunshine, and holidays on the French Riviera. But the town also charms visitors with its Mediterranean cuisine and numerous local specialties. Between Provençal markets, fresh fish, artisanal ice cream, and gourmet restaurants by the sea, Fréjus is an ideal destination for food lovers.
Discover our top 5 must-try foods during your stay in Fréjus.
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1- Artisanal ice cream
It's impossible to visit Fréjus without stopping for an ice cream after a day at the beach or a stroll along the port. Mediterranean flavors like Menton lemon, fig, lavender, or Provençal melon immediately evoke the summer atmosphere of the South and appeal to both tourists and locals alike.
A touch of Provence?
2- Provençal specialties at the markets of Fréjus
If you're visiting Fréjus, the Provençal markets are a must. They're perfect for discovering the authentic flavors of the Var region and local Mediterranean specialties. Among olives, artisanal tapenades, oils, lavender honey, cheeses, charcuterie from the South, and Provençal delicacies, visitors are immersed in a typical southern French atmosphere.
- Tuesday: Fréjus-plage (seafront and Place de la République), Saint-Aygulf (Place de la Poste)
- Wednesday: Historic Center
- Thursday: Les Arènes (Gavarini field), Port-Fréjus (Place dou Galoubet)
- Friday: Fréjus-plage (seafront and Place de la République), Saint-Aygulf (Place de la Poste)
- Saturday (8:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.): Historic Center
- Sunday: Large market in Fréjus-plage (seafront and Place de la République)
Straight from the sea.
3- The flavors of the Mediterranean
Thanks to its proximity to the Mediterranean, Fréjus is the ideal place to enjoy fresh and delicious seafood. Fréjus' restaurants offer a wide variety of Mediterranean specialties: seafood platters, oysters, mussels, octopus, fried calamari, and grilled fish.
Enjoying a meal on a terrace overlooking the boats or the sea is one of the must-do experiences during a holiday on the French Riviera.
A gourmet break?
4- Our sweet treats
It's impossible to resist the many sweet treats that Fréjus has to offer, whether you're enjoying them by the sea or in the city center. From hot churros and delicious crêpes and waffles to cookies and Provençal pastries, Fréjus is the perfect destination for those who love a sweet and sunny break.
Time for an aperitif?
5- Tapas
After a day spent under the Fréjus sun, there's nothing better than extending the pleasure with some tapas to share and an aperitif on a terrace or by the sea. Whether with your feet in the sand or near the port, you can meet up at the end of the day to enjoy delicious small plates in a relaxed atmosphere, where the evening gently begins.
Between artisanal ice cream, Provençal specialties, fresh fish, gourmet breaks, and tapas evenings by the sea, Fréjus offers a wealth of culinary experiences to discover during your vacation. It's an ideal destination to enjoy Mediterranean flavors under the sun of the French Riviera.
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