What to See & Do
Gordes Overall Appeal ★★★★☆
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Viewpoint over Gordes | ★★★★★ | Panorama | Self | Free |
| 02 | Village Itself | ★★★★★ | Walking Around | Self | Free |
| 03 | Viewpoint | ★★★☆☆ | Panorama | Self | Free |
| 04 | St. Firmin Caves | ★☆☆☆☆ | Cave Dwellings | Self | Paid |
| 05 | Castle | ★☆☆☆☆ | Castle + Exhibition | Self | Paid |
| 06 | St. Firimin Church | ★☆☆☆☆ | Chuch | Self | Free |
| 07 | Food Market | ★☆☆☆☆ | Food Market | Self | Free |
01. Viewpoint over Gordes
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Panorama
Visit Self
Cost Free
The Viewpoint over Gordes offers a stunning panoramic vista of the village and the surrounding Luberon countryside. From this spot, visitors can take in the picturesque rooftops of Gordes and the rolling hills that frame the horizon.
02. Village Itself
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Walking Around
Visit Self
Cost Free
Exploring the village of Gordes is like stepping back in time, with its labyrinth of narrow, cobblestone streets and beautifully preserved stone houses.
The village is situated on a slope with streets that rise and fall, and the main area with the square is located at the top and is relatively flat.
03. Viewpoint
Appeal ★★★☆☆
Type Panorama,
Visit Self
Cost Free
This viewpoint offers a panorama from the village to the countryside.
It is located at the right-angle junction of Rue du Belvédère.
Descending a little further, there is a rectangular terrace where you can sit and enjoy the same view.
04. St. Firmin Caves
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Cave Dwellings
Visit Self
Cost Paid
The St. Firmin Caves are a series of ancient cave dwellings that reveal another aspect of the village’s past, as it was here, beneath the houses, that craftsmanship took place.
05. Castle
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Castle + Exhibition
Visit Self
Cost Paid
The Château de Gordes was built starting in the 11th century and was renovated during the Renaissance in the 16th century. It features, among other things, an enormous fireplace.
The château hosts exhibitions throughout the year.
06. St. Firimin Church
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Visit Self
Cost Free
The village church, with its colorful interior, dates back to the 18th century and was built to replace the former medieval church.
07. Food Market
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Food Market
Visit Self
Cost Free
The Gordes market takes place on Tuesday mornings. It is a small market featuring both food and craft items.
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