Le Bellevue - restaurant with views of the Estérel in Callian

In Callian, Mas Ricardenque brings together two emblematic crops of the Pays de Fayence on one estate: grapevines and the Centifolia rose grown for perfumery. This family estate uses organic farming methods and grows around 8,000 Centifolia rose bushes alongside a vineyard whose grapes are made into wine on site.

Why visit?

A visit reveals how two kinds of terroir coexist: wine and perfume plants. Across the seasons, the estate tells the story of growing and harvesting roses, and working the vines through to winemaking.

Can you explore the estate itself?

Mas Ricardenque occasionally opens its growing areas to visitors. In 2026, it notably participates in the Pays de Fayence's Visites de la Passion / Chemins parfumés, with a small-group encounter among the roses and vines to discover the work of Pascal and Lauriane.

The little extra

Here, the connection between farming and perfume is particularly tangible: the Centifolia rose is not decorative but a genuine agricultural crop, growing alongside the vines. It is an interesting place to combine winemaking, perfume plants and family expertise in a single outing.

What to know before visiting

Visits and immersive experiences depend on growing seasons and scheduled events. For 2026, it is best to check dates and book before travelling.

The narrow lanes of Callian wind around the old medieval castle: a layout explained on the guided tour offered by the tourist office. Vaulted passages, old houses, small squares and terraces help visitors understand how this hilltop village developed.

From history to the Cascade fountain

The route introduces the remains of the 12th- and 13th-century castle, Place Bourguignon and its fountain known as “La Cascade”, followed by viewpoints over the Tanneron and Estérel massifs. This is a historical walk around the village, not a guaranteed visit inside the castle, whose access arrangements must be confirmed.

Planning your outing

The tourist information office is at 1 Chemin Édouard Goerg, near the Château Goerg car park. In 2026, the office advertises Friday mornings by registration, at an indicative price of €5 per adult, free for under-18s, with tours departing once at least four people have registered. Ask for the exact time and meeting place when booking; the lanes have cobblestones and slopes.