We took the time to visit the old abandoned part of the village and it was worth the effort. The only charge was for the car park 3€ (for 2 hrs) and the place was virtually empty. Some interesting ruins/buildings enroute to the church at the top. Worth the effort given the views afforded and the atmosphere of the abandoned village.

Please don’t waist your time in these overcrowded villages of the Luberon like Gordes...take the time to come to the old abandoned city of Oppède le Vieux. The labyrinthic walk through the village will take you to the old fort and and a rustic church at the top of the mountain. The city and the fortress are charming and there is no way even the most stone hearted people will not find the place extremely romantic!