Village des Bories

Gordes, France

Village des Bories is an open-air museum of around 20 traditional dry-stone huts located 1.5 km from Gordes, in France's Vaucluse department. Once part of a farming area known locally as 'Les Savournins,' these huts served as seasonal agricultural buildings in the 18th and 19th centuries.

The huts are built from local limestone, showcasing various forms such as the “Gordoise nave”, a typical upturned-keel shape, and cupola vaults. Arranged in small groups around yards, they functioned as dwellings, barns, and workshops. Designated a historic monument in 1977, Village des Bories offers a glimpse into Provençal rural life and architecture.

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Founded: 18th century
Category: Museums in France

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Dick Harris (2 months ago)
Fascinating renovation of an historical stone village/croft. Marvellous place.
Tobias Grawinkel (4 months ago)
Village des Bories was a bit disappointing. The 8€ entry fee felt too pricey for what was offered. There are around 10 stone huts, and we finished exploring in just 15 minutes. I've seen better outdoor museums elsewhere. It might be interesting for some, but it wasn't the right fit for us.
Jennifer Weir (5 months ago)
We really enjoyed exploring this historic site. Our 9 year old son loved the part of the village where you could "build" your own borie. We were in France for 10 days and every morning, he asked if we could go back to the Bories Village.
e dp (17 months ago)
Wonderful place to visit. The creativity of the proplebwho used to live there is so great .they built houses with nothing else than stones . The road to go there is narrow and let you see the village of gordes. Worth to go
Gibby Kirwan (3 years ago)
Wonderful place to visit. Amazing building & a real step back into recent history. There's also a great place for the kids to have a go building their own hut at the rear of the last house. Really suggest you take a walk around the little paths outside in the carpark too to see more. Would be great if the centre advertised & way marked these. Dog friendly too
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