Bargème
BARGEME- REMARKABLE VILLAGE VAR
More than 1000 meters above sea level, the village of Bargème is the highest village in the Var .. It dominates the whole valley and offers an exceptional view of the foothills of the Alps, particularly on the Massif des Maures.
Bargème in the Var, a glorious past
The village is fortified since the 13th century thanks to the construction of ramparts and the castle by the family of Ponteves. a dynasty which for a long time distinguished itself by its cruelty towards the inhabitants who devoted an unlimited hatred to the family. Thus, all the lords over the years perished assassinated and the parliament of Aachen condemned the inhabitants to erect a chapel: Our Lady of Espain. The land then goes to Foulques which by interrupted descent will remain with the family until 2008, date at which the castle is bought by the municipality.
The castle devastated by the wars of religion presents only the elements of external defenses with round towers and a square dungeon. On the esplanade of the castle, the small chapel of expiation of the inhabitants, Our lady of 7 pains (of espain) awaits you in the face of the simplicity. In the southern part of the town, one can still see intact the walled enclosure with its ramparts and two doors dating from the fourteenth century. At the top of the village, the chapel Saint Nicolas, fully restored, is a fine example of the Romanesque style of the twelfth century. The communal oven gives a glimpse of what the furnaces of the seventeenth century were.
Bargème, remarkale village in Var
Bargème is part of one of the most beautiful villages in France. Dominated by the towers of its medieval castle partly destroyed by wars and time, this classified site will delight lovers of old stones and medieval heritage. Indeed, the medieval village still includes the ruins of castles, some old houses and old defensive village including two fortified gates dating from the sixteenth century.
The alleys of Bargème are an invitation to travel back in time with magnificent houses decorated with vaults and alleys with flowers. Many art craftsmen exhibit during the summer season.
To further appreciate the walk, it is forbidden to drive there which adds to the pleasure of discovering this charming village. The village is near La Bastide, another fortified village (6km), La Roque-Esclapon (7km).
After this excursion rich in discovery, it will be time to join your campsite to enjoy the last hours of sun.
Campsite Verdon, campsite Var, remarkable Village VAR, Bargème
