Joucas

Discover the pretty Luberon village of Joucas, near Gordes

Joucas is a beautiful village set on a hillside facing the Roussillon ochres. A true haven of peace, the village lets you enjoy its sumptuous landscapes while staying away from the tourist hustle and bustle of other Luberon villages.

An ancient village, typical of the Vaucluse region.

Joucas has pleasant, picturesque little winding streets, paved in the old-fashioned staircase style, where you can stroll leisurely on foot. You'll pass beautiful stone houses and flower-filled nooks and crannies as you discover the village's charms and its many architectural details.

A superb church

You won't want to miss the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, which may look rather ordinary from the outside (rebuilt in 1766), but inside is a veritable museum of the Italian art of trompe l'oeil painting. It's superb! You've been warned!

A pretty windmill

Joucas is also home to a charming 19th-century windmill. The mill and its mechanism have recently been restored to their former glory, when they produced the village's daily flour.

Sculptures at the Labyrinthe d'Art

Magnificent human sculptures created by artists Mieke Heybroek and Ulysse Plaud can be found in the Labyrinthe d'Art in the heart of the village. Now deceased, these two artists had a profound impact on the artistic life of the village. 

Numerous hikes in the ochres

Take advantage of the signposted footpaths to discover the natural beauty surrounding Joucas. Those who don't want to go far away can enjoy the magnificent views of the ochre cliffs from the village.

Our map of the commune of Joucas (postal code 84220)

To find your way around the commune, you can use our interactive map of the village of Joucas, which even works on cell phones. We've included all the village's points of interest, as well as our accommodation recommendations. So you can locate them before you book your Joucas vacation.