Gordes by Lanternlight - Guided Tour

As night falls, Gordes reveals a different side. In the village’s old cobbled streets, lanterns cast patterns of light across the stone façades and create an intimate atmosphere that feels almost suspended in time.

Dressed in 14th-century costume, your guide leads you on an entertaining, historical and sensory journey through medieval society. Food, religion, the status of women, clothing, hygiene and health: the Middle Ages prove far more surprising than you might expect.

Along the way, all your senses are awakened: smell, with spices and Four Thieves Vinegar; hearing, with evocative sounds and music; sight, with the glow of the lanterns; and touch, with fabrics and pieces of leather. Legends, popular expressions and anecdotes bring rhythm, humour and plenty of surprises to the tour.

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Highlights of the tour

• A medieval atmosphere by lantern light.
• A guide dressed in 14th-century costume.
• A sensory tour combining scents, sounds, lights and textures.
• Anecdotes, legends and a touch of humour.
• Gordes, one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

Make the most of your evening

• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Bring a light cardigan or jacket.
• For young children, a baby carrier is recommended.
• A tour suitable for all ages.

Explore the full summer tour programme

Gordes by Lantern Light is one of the summer guided tours offered by the Destination Luberon and Isle sur la Sorgue Tourisme tourist offices.

In July, August and September 2026, enjoy evening tours, nature walks and discovery tours offering a different way to explore the villages, landscapes and heritage of the Luberon.

View the full programme