Discover La Maison des Arcades in Grimaud
During your stay at our Var campsite Le Domaine de Miremer, our team invites you to discover La Maison des Arcades. This historic 16th-century building has preserved its charm of yesteryear, and now hosts numerous artists’ exhibitions. A place of culture and excitement, it’s the place to be for an afternoon of discovery with friends or family. So if you’d like to get there, here’s how to discover this Provencal gem!
The history of La Maison des Arcades
Nestled in the heart of the medieval village of Grimaud in the Var, La Maison des Arcades boasts remarkable architecture and a centuries-old history. This jewel of Provencal heritage dates back to the 16th century. It therefore bears all the traces of the region’s rich and eventful history.
Now listed as a Monument Historique, its facade, meticulously decorated with stone arcades, is typical of the medieval architecture of Provence. This building alone evokes the days when Grimaud played a key role in controlling the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Arcades are both architectural and practical elements that provide welcome shelter from the scorching summer sun. They also serve as a meeting place for village residents.
Historically, La Maison des Arcades is a residence that would have been built for a noble family or a wealthy merchant. It bears witness to Grimaud ‘s prosperity during the Renaissance, a period when the town grew rich through trade and agriculture. Over the centuries, the historic building has preserved its old-world charm, with majestic vaulted ceilings and ancient stonework that tell the story of a period in history.
Exhibitions and workshops at La Maison des Arcades
Today, La Maison des Arcades is more than just a historical monument. It’s also a vibrant cultural center, hosting exhibitions, workshops and events that celebrate the art and history of Provence.
Each event is carefully selected to create a memorable experience that lives up to even the most demanding expectations. For a stay with friends or family at Domaine de Miremer, it’s the perfect opportunity to get together and discover this living theater, represented through the eyes of artists. Painting, sculpture, books… You’ll be spoilt for choice with openings, festivals and concerts.
Today, the preservation of La Maison des Arcades is the fruit of many efforts to keep the art of the past alive by adapting it to the needs of modernity. All these conservation efforts underline the importance of this building as a monument and place of collective memory for Grimaud residents and tourists alike.
As you stroll beneath its arcades, you can almost hear the echoes of the merchants, artists and inhabitants who have succeeded one another over the centuries. La Maison des Arcades alone is a window onto the rich history of Grimaud and Provence.
How do I get to La Maison des Arcades?
To get to La Maison des Arcades from our campsite near Grimaud, you need to go to the center of Grimaud. Not far from the town hall, take rue du Balladou, passing under the porch and climbing towards the château. After 30 m on the left, take the stairs to climb the first steps.
Because heritage, culture and happiness should be within everyone’s reach, the entire program of festivities at La Maison des Arcades is entirely free of charge.
Visiting hours are Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm and 3pm to 6.30pm. The gallery is also open on Sundays from 9:30 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 6:30 pm.