Opened in 2010 and managed by the commune, La Bastide aux Violettes pays tribute to the Victoria violet, The Tourrettes sur Loup plant has been cultivated for over a century. Through a modern museum area, a living greenhouse and a conservatory garden, the site offers a complete discovery of this typically Tourrettes culture.

The tour is structured around an educational, sensory and visual journey, punctuated by videos, antique objects, reconstructions and fragrances. In season, visitors can even observe planting and harvesting techniques in nearby fields.

Among the treasures to be discovered, visitors can admire :
- Traditional farming tools dedicated to violet cultivation
- A greenhouse where Victoria violets grow all year round
- Videos on harvesting, sorting and use in confectionery and perfumery
- An exhibition on the history of violets in local craftsmanship
- An open-air garden of scents
- A boutique showcasing by-products: violet crystals, syrups, soaps, perfumes

La Bastide aux Violettes is a place of remembrance, transmission and pleasure for the senses, as well as a living space, with events, workshops, guided tours and themed events around flowers and local produce.

Practical info
Opening hours :
- February 1 to November 30: daily except Sunday and Monday
- 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Rates :
- Free admission
- Guided tours for groups on reservation
- On-site parking, accessible to people with reduced mobility