Tourrettes
32km. from Draguignan, 27km from Grasse by route D562.
![Tourrettes, the village Tourrettes, the village](/grafiq/villes83/tourrettes/tourrettes-village.jpg)
Tourettes, associated with Fayence, is a peaceful village surrounded by broom, d'olive trees and cicadas.
The pedestrian areas are a pleasant place for strolling with shady squares and narrow streets.
![Tourrettes, the castle Tourrettes, the castle](/grafiq/villes83/tourrettes/chateau-de-tourrettes.jpg)
There you will discover the Clock Tower, and the interesting architecture of the Tourrettes Castle which has become a convalescent home.
The sea is close (30km) as are the mountains (20km.) so the choice of activities is diverse.
![Tourrettes, landscape Tourrettes, landscape](/grafiq/villes83/tourrettes/tourrettes-paysage.jpg)
The Gliding Center, of international repute, is in the lower vilIage.
Because of its warm and dry climate, and the exceptional variations in altitude, Tourettes is a mecca for gliding enthusiasts from all corners of the world.
What to see
The Clock Tower.
Leisure activities
Hiking.
Water sports at lake St Cassien.
Cyclo-tourism.
Hotels
Situated in the Var hinterland, this inn nestles in the heart of a one-hectare park and welcomes you to a peaceful, authentic setting between the sea and the mountains. The Auberge des Pins offers rooms and studios with private terraces for a romantic break or a family holiday in Provence. Two swimming pools, a game of tennis or pétanque, an impromptu siesta on the terrace or a walk in the park: enjoy moments of pure relaxation under the southern sun.
Accomodations
Hotels.
Holiday rentals. Gites.
Campsite.
![Tour de l'Horloge de Tourrettes.](/e/img/asset/aW1hZ2VzL3ZpbGxhZ2VzLWhkLzgzL3RvdXJyZXR0ZXMvNl9nLXRvdXJyZXR0ZXMuanBn/6_g-tourrettes.jpg?w=1024&h=682.66666666667&fit=crop&q=85&s=e1a436baea574174287e9908b4302db4)
![Le village de Tourrettes.](/e/img/asset/aW1hZ2VzL3ZpbGxhZ2VzLWhkLzgzL3RvdXJyZXR0ZXMvMV9nLXRvdXJyZXR0ZXMuanBn/1_g-tourrettes.jpg?w=1024&h=682.66666666667&fit=crop&q=85&s=9793d62fed5afa7a6d9c32e3170d7f35)
![Eglise de Tourrettes.](/e/img/asset/aW1hZ2VzL3ZpbGxhZ2VzLWhkLzgzL3RvdXJyZXR0ZXMvM19nLXRvdXJyZXR0ZXMuanBn/3_g-tourrettes.jpg?w=1024&h=682.66666666667&fit=crop&q=85&s=99386365f852fda398a031064846e9d4)
![Tourrettes dans le Var.](/e/img/asset/aW1hZ2VzL3ZpbGxhZ2VzLWhkLzgzL3RvdXJyZXR0ZXMvN19nLXRvdXJyZXR0ZXMuanBn/7_g-tourrettes.jpg?w=1024&h=682.66666666667&fit=crop&q=85&s=7197b43a578a593dfb786f041a604d0e)
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Fayence (1 km), Seillans (7km), Callian (6 km), Montauroux (7 km) et Mons (14 km).