Twenty photos of Tourtour, one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France: the village from afar, Place des Ormeaux, the lanes and vaulted passages, the monuments (church of Saint-Denis, clock tower, village château, Sainte-Trinité chapel) and the view from the viewpoint table. All are free-licence photos from Wikimedia Commons, credited under each picture. The best time to photograph the village is late in the day, from the viewpoint table.
Key facts
- Best viewpoint: the viewpoint table, next to the church of Saint-Denis.
- Best time: sunset, as recommended by the tourist office.
- In the evening: Place des Ormeaux and its lit terraces.
- Free photos: all from Wikimedia Commons, with author and licence.
The village from afar
Tourtour was built on a ridge at 635 m. From a distance you first see a line of stone houses above the wooded hills, hence its nickname, “the village in the sky”.
Place des Ormeaux
The heart of the village, lined with terraces. Its name recalls the elms planted in 1638, when Anne of Austria passed through.
Lanes and passages
The old village is explored on foot, through steep lanes, steps and vaulted passages. There are eight fountains in the village.
The monuments
Each monument is described in things to do in Tourtour. To find them, see the map of Tourtour.
The view
The viewpoint table, next to the church, looks out from the Maures massif to Mont Ventoux, by way of the Sainte-Victoire.
Village life
The year’s festivals are in Tourtour festivals and events.
Tips for photographing Tourtour
- Come late in the day. The tourist office recommends the viewpoint table at sunset, and low light brings out the stone.
- Stay for the evening. Place des Ormeaux, lit up, is the village’s signature view.
- Avoid market mornings (Wednesday and Saturday, mid-March to mid-October) if you want empty squares.
- Pick a clear day: that is when the view reaches Mont Ventoux. See Tourtour weather and climate.
Authors and licences of every photo are on the photo credits page (in French).
Frequently asked questions
Where are the best photo spots in Tourtour?
The viewpoint table next to the church of Saint-Denis, for the view south. In the village, Place des Ormeaux, Rue des Moulins and the vaulted passages around the old castle.
When is the best time to photograph Tourtour?
Late in the day. The tourist office recommends the viewpoint table at sunset, and Place des Ormeaux looks quite different after dark, with its terraces lit up.
Can these photos be reused?
Yes, under their licence: each one is under a free licence (Creative Commons or public domain) and the author must be credited. Links to the originals and licences are on the photo credits page.
Sources
Information checked against the sources below. Opening times and dates change: confirm before you travel.
- Wikimedia Commons, Tourtour category (photos, authors and licences), accessed 9 November 2026
- Lacs et Gorges du Verdon tourist office, viewpoint table, accessed 6 November 2026
- Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, Tourtour, accessed 6 November 2026
