Gourdon is one of the most stunning of the 'perched villages of Provence' and the main attraction of the village is the view. It is known as the Eagles Nest.
The
village itself is very attractive, beautifully restored with medieval streets
lined with beautiful old houses, artisan shops selling perfumes and crafts etc.
The
village of Tourrettes-Sur-Loup is another perched village about 7kms from
Gourdon. Full of narrow winding streets
and art and craft shops and the famous Provence products. Every October to March Tourrettes holds a
violet festival. From the Belvedere, there's a
sweeping view of the Cote d'Azur from the Esterel
mountains. St Paul de Vance was the biggest and busiest of them all. Very arty. Every famous artist you can think of has been there. It is the second most visited town in France. The most visited is Mont St Michael.
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| Gourdon |
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| Us at a viewpoint along the way to Gourdon |
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| Lavande oil production |
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