{"id":10098,"date":"2024-03-05T18:21:11","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T17:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/provencelovers.fr\/visit-gendarmerie-museum-cinema-saint-tropez\/"},"modified":"2024-03-06T08:30:26","modified_gmt":"2024-03-06T07:30:26","slug":"visit-museum-gendarmerie-cinema-saint-tropez","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/provencelovers.fr\/en\/visit-museum-gendarmerie-cinema-saint-tropez\/","title":{"rendered":"Gendarmerie and Cinema Museum (Saint-Tropez): visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On vacation on the C\u00f4te d’Azur? Or just movie buffs? We recommend a visit to the Gendarmerie and Cinema Museum in Saint-Tropez<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n

Here we discovered the history of 50s cinema<\/strong> and its strong link with the seaside resort. Whether you already know it or not, you’ll go behind the scenes of one of the most famous sagas in the history of French comedy: Les Gendarmes<\/em>. This series of films, the best known of which is \n The Gendarme of Saint-Tropez<\/em>\n<\/strong>, <\/strong>was born in the village. Some of the filming took place in the building housing the museum. It’s also an opportunity to learn more about the history of the gendarmerie and how this small French seaside town became world-famous.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, you’ll find some useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Why visit the Gendarmerie and Cinema Museum in Saint-Tropez?<\/h2>\n\n

Is the Gendarmerie Museum worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n

Yes, we think this museum is well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n

Whether you’re a fan of films starring Louis de Fun\u00e8s, particularly Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez<\/em>, or just a movie buff, we recommend you check it out. Here you can discover or rediscover this cult French comedy from the 60s. With anecdotes, sets, costumes, film extracts, interviews and objects, the museum is both interesting and interactive.<\/p>\n\n

You’ll sail through films and eras as you explore the history of French cinema in St Tropez. A captivating exhibition that pays tribute to the 7th Art!<\/p>\n\n

We think it’s one of the best things to do in Saint-Tropez<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n

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Why is the Mus\u00e9e des Gendarmes de St-Tropez famous?<\/h3>\n\n

The notoriety of this place is partly due to its location: it is situated in theformer gendarmerie<\/strong> immortalized by the cult saga Les<\/em> Gendarmes<\/em>.We discovered many anecdotes, objects, sets and costumes linked to the films.<\/p>\n\n

The museum also took us on a journey through thehistory of Saint-Tropez<\/strong>, a village made famous by the many films that have been shot here. You’ll discover the link between this industry and the Var peninsula, and their influence on French film culture.<\/p>\n\n

Last but not least, interviews with a host of French actors and actresses<\/strong> will plunge you into the heart of the 50s and help you better understand what makes this city so special.<\/p>\n\n

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Would you like an unusual tour of St-Tropez and its vineyards, including 2<\/strong> museum tickets<\/strong>? \n Book now!<\/strong>\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n

We really enjoyed our visit to the Mus\u00e9e de la Gendarmerie et du Cin\u00e9ma and hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Here are our favorite moments:<\/p>\n\n