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Ampus,
Authentic by Nature!

Market day: Sunday

Festivities :
> Gourmet walk: last Saturday in June
> Votive festival from August 14 to 17
> August 15 celebration
> The Agricultural and Craft Fair: end of August

Lose yourself in Ampus’ peaceful lands where time is suspended. Leave Draguignan passing through Nartuby which can sometimes be as tranquil as it is turbulent. Travel to the heart of Ampus, following the winding road which rises to the clouds crossing the hamlet of Lentier and its refreshing fountain.

Arriving at the neck of the Grange, breathless from the journey and the panorama, you will discover a splendid view of hills covered with vegetation, the city below and the sea in the background. Having appreciated the beautiful countryside of Ampus, you will continue to be enchanted a by the village of Ampus itself.

Picturesque streets, shady squares, gurgling fountains and wash houses await. Delight in a peaceful moment and take the time for a walk and appreciate the precious gift of easy living.

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Did you know?

What do we call its inhabitants?

Back from hunting, the village priest was questioned by some dawdlers:

“So pastor, good hunting, caw, caw? Brandishing a shrike and a sparrow at a bad sort called Darnaga. He answered: I got two, one of which was an Ampusian! ”

Upset, they made off. From the time of this story and ever since the inhabitants of Ampus became known as… the Darnagas.

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Notre Dame de Spéluque chapel

Résumé: A stony path between fields and, at the turn of a bosquet, a small miracle: a Romanesque chapel set in a setting of ancient [...]
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A stony path between fields and, at the turn of a bosquet, a small miracle: a Romanesque chapel set in a setting of ancient trees.
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This listed chapel dates back to the 10th century.

A stony path between fields and a small miracle: a Romanesque chapel set in a setting of centuries-old trees.

This chapel, listed as a Monument Historique, dates back to the 10th century and was probably built on the site of an ancient pagan place of worship.

It is a vast edifice comprising a 3-bay barrel-vaulted nave and a semicircular apse with a cul-de-four vault. The double archivolt entrance portal is topped by a triangular pediment. The squat bell tower dates from the 18th century.

The interior features a beautiful 11th-century altar, listed as a historic monument, supported by 5 pillars of different shapes.

Privately owned, this chapel is currently being restored with the help of the Association des Amis de ND de Spéluque. It has now been restored for religious use and is home to a live-in nun.

Adresse:
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Spéluque, 83111 Ampus, France, Ampus

The Way of the Cross and its 14 stations with a contemporary twist

Résumé: Provence is renowned for the beauty of its pottery, earthenware and tiles. The 14 stations of the Stations of the Cross at Ampus, inlaid [...]
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Provence is renowned for the beauty of its pottery, earthenware and tiles. The 14 stations of the Stations of the Cross at Ampus, inlaid into the rock and enameled, are in keeping with this tradition. The contemporary spirit of these representations is astonishing. Installed on the site of the former château seigneurial, the Way of the Cross designed by Geoff Hindry will punctuate your discovery of the village of Ampus by leading you to the grotto.

Adresse:
le chemin de croix, Ampus, Ampus

The Waterway (Tournaou, Laundry, Mills, Aqueducts, Fountains)

Résumé: As in all Provence, "Ici l'eau est d'or" ("Here, water is gold"). Ampus invites you to take a stroll along the canal. With five centuries of [...]
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As in all Provence, "Ici l'eau est d'or" ("Here, water is gold").
Ampus invites you to take a stroll along the canal.

With five centuries of loyal service behind it, the Canal de Fontigon is a reminder of its essential role in the lives of Ampusians.
In 1497, the canal was dug to bring water from the Hugon fountain to the village. The canal is 7.2 km long and has a 2% gradient.

Adresse:
Le Chemin de L'Eau, Ampus
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