Gordes

Bories Village

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This Bories village was listed as a Historical Monument in 1977 and is home to the largest collection of bories, including sheepfolds, bread ovens, wine storerooms, fences, enclosures and walls. It is a traditional heritage site that represents the Provençal countryside's unique identity. A genuine marvel! Self-guided tours or guided tours (advance booking required) available. Video in French with English subtitles.

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Bories, also referred to locally as Gallic huts, are built from dry stone walls, without the use of mortar, based on the architectural principle of the corbelled vault. These traditional huts were constructed from stones found on site, a practice that continued up until the last century. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the increase in population forced farmers to grow crops on new land. The stones extracted from the limestone hills and ground around Gordes were used to build "farm" huts.
The Bories Village, restored between 1969 and 1976, stands today as it did when the last inhabitants abandoned it approximately 150 years ago.

Practical information :The town hall provides a free shuttle service for senior citizens; to book, call +33 (0)4 90 72 02 08. Group guided tours available; book at Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 90 72 02 75.
Under 12's go free.

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Equipment

Film room
Free car park
Car park
Defibrillator
Exhibition space
Toilets

Services

Pets welcome

Dates and times

From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th.
- From 2 to 31 January from 10am to 5pm
- 1 to 28 February, 9am to 5pm
- 1st to 31st March, 9am to 6.30pm
- 1 April to 31 May, 9am to 7pm
- 1 June to 31 August, 9am to 8pm
- 1st to 30th September, 9am to 7pm
- 1st to 26th October, 9am to 6.30pm
- 27 October to 3 November, 9am to 5.30pm
- 4 to 30 November, 9am to 5pm
- 1st to 31st December (closed on the 25th), 10am to 5pm

Last admission 1/2 h before closing time.

Languages spoken

French

Prices

Adult: 8 €
Child : 4 €
Student: 4 € (on presentation of proof)
Group children : 2 €
Set price group adults: 7 €.

Free entry for children < 12 years.
Child entry valid for 12 - 17 years.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

Free admission on presentation of proof: journalists, museum curators, art teachers and people with disabilities or reduced mobility.

Methods of payment

Bank/credit card
Check
Travellers Cheque
Cash
Connect Travellers Cheque

Contact

Bories Village
Les Savournins
1570 chemin du village des bories
84220 Gordes

Tel : View number 04 90 72 03 48
E-Mail : levillagedesbories@gordes-village.com
Website : https://www.levillagedesbories.com

Coordinates

Longitude : 5.180206
Latitude : 43.906762

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