3 Things to Do in Lacoste, by Appeal & Type, Free or Paid

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WHAT TO SEE & DO

Lacoste Overall Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧

Overview Table

	Name	Appeal	Type	Visit	Cost
1	Marquis de Sade Castle	✦✦✦✧✧	Panorama + Castle Ruin + Art	Self	Either
2	Village Itself	✦✦✧✧✧	Village	Self	Free
3	St. Trophime Church	✦✧✧✧✧	Church	Self	Free

1. Marquis de Sade Castle Ruin

Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Type Panorama + Castle Ruin + Art
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free or Paid

French Names
Château du Marquis de Sade
Château de Lacoste

The Château de Lacoste, originally from the 11th century and modified in the following centuries, is known for having been owned in the 18th century by the Marquis de Sade, a noble of the time famous for his libertinism.
The château is now in ruins.

Its main attraction is its elevated location, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding valley.

There are also a few sculptures on the grounds.

Access to the exterior is free.
Entry to the interior of the château requires a fee.

📍 Google Maps

🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior

🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior

👀 Google View 360° – Panorama

⚙️ Hours & Prices (Tourism Office Website – Fr)

📜 Wikipedia

2. Village Itself

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Type Village
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free

Lacoste is located in the northern part of the Luberon Massif, perched on high ground.

Walking around the village reveals a charming mix of medieval architecture and Provençal character. The narrow streets and quaint squares offer a relaxed, authentic atmosphere.

The village is also known for hosting a campus of the American university SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design).

🏞️ Google Images Overview