Gordes
Neighbourhood · Luberon, Avignon

Gordes

Photo: Chensiyuan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Gordes sits on a steep hillside above the Calavon valley. Narrow lanes wind past old stone buildings and a 12th-century castle. The surrounding plateau shows lavender fields in summer.

On day 10 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Good to know

Tickets
No entry fee
Time needed
2 hours
Best time
May to September
Getting there
Drive from Avignon in 45 minutes

Itineraries with Gordes

Day 10 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

The Luberon villages

How Gordes fits into a day.
  1. 9:00GordesLuberon, Provence
  2. 11:00Sénanque AbbeyLuberon, Provence
  3. 14:30Roussillon ochre trailRoussillon
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Gordes questions

Is Gordes worth visiting?

Gordes draws visitors for its preserved architecture and views. It works well as a half-day stop.

How do you get to Gordes from Avignon?

The drive takes about 45 minutes by car. Buses run less frequently.

What to see in Gordes?

Walk the old streets and visit the castle terrace. The viewpoint at the top gives the best panorama.

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