Caves du Palais Saint Firmin, Medieval underground cellars in Gordes, France
The cave complex extends across three underground levels beneath village houses, with galleries carved directly into the limestone rock.
Dating from the Middle Ages, these cellars functioned as craft workshops for olive oil production and storage spaces for the palace.
The archaeological site displays original tools and artifacts discovered during restoration, demonstrating daily activities of medieval Gordes community.
Guided tours start with a documentary in the old chapel and include a multimedia presentation of the historical olive mill.
Following forty years of excavation and restoration, these underground tunnels reveal an intricate storage and production system beneath the village center.
Location: Gordes
Part of: Hôtel Saint-Firmin
Address: rue du Four
GPS coordinates: 43.91070,5.20023
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:01
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