Once just a simple wooden cabin on the beach adopted as a canteen for all those on the set of the legendary film And God Created Woman, and the rest, they say, is history…Club 55 remains the most famous beach club on Pampelonne beach.

When was Club 55 launched?

Most of us are familiar with the birth of Saint Tropez onto the international scene after the small French fishing village was discovered by a young and extremely beautiful Brigitte Bardot in the 1950s.

Bardot was in the South of France filming And God Created Woman, directed by the actress’s then husband French filmmaker Roger Vadim in the summer of 1954.

The star was so mesmerized by this picturesque coastal town, home to our portfolio of St Tropez House villas, that she never left. Now in her late 70s, Bardot still lives in a secluded waterfront property and there are references to the former blonde bombshell everywhere you turn in this now famous resort.

Perhaps her greatest legacy however is Club 55, a delightful beach club a stone’s throw from some of our most exclusive villas for rent in Pampelonne which the starlet used to go to every lunch time during her filming all those years ago.

What celebrities can be spotted at Club 55?

Now, Club 55 boasts some of the most-sought after tables in Saint Tropez which famous politicians, Hollywood greats and up and coming pop stars all clamber to reserve in the height of the summer. It is notoriously difficult to get a table in July and August therefore clients renting a villa in St Tropez are highly recommended to book well in advance so as not to be disappointed. Once you are sitting at that beautifully set table on the soft white sand, you will no doubt be glad you thought ahead. The food is simple and delicious, the views second to none and the ambiance certain to ensure you have a day to remember.

Read more here about celebrities in St Tropez on the St Tropez House blog: What Celebrities to expect at St Tropez beach clubs in 2023

Where is Club 55 and how to book a table and a beach bed?

Reserving up to 2 months in advance is recommended if you wish to book a table or beach bed at Club 55. When reserving you will be asked to provide the number of guests in your party, the date and time of your visit and most probably a credit card to hold your booking. Be sure to arrive on time to both as spaces will be given away quickly due to high demand.

For reservations contact +33 (0)4 94 55 55 55 or visit the website club55.fr

Are there villas for rent near Club 55? 

Yes, the St Tropez House collection has several villas for rent near Club 55. Villa Sassari is a newly-renovated 6 bedroom villa located within walking distance to Club 55 which features a private cinema and lovely sea view. For more intimate groups there is the modern 3 bedroom villa Modern 55 which has stunning interior design and a unique 24m x 5m swimming pool. Mistra 55 is another villa located within walking distance to Club 55 with contemporary styles, 5 guest bedrooms and beautiful sea views. For an ultra-luxurious experience renting a villa in Pampelonne there is Vertigo, a splendid ultra-contemporary villa featuring a fitness area and hammam or Ama, a 7 bedroom villa boasting panoramic sea views and an outdoor cinema with bar.