Tower of the fort

This tower is the last remaining vestige of the original medieval fort of Gassin. Modest in size, it was created to defend this site, chosen for its inaccessibility and unobstructed view, to prevent Saracen raids and attacks from other lords.

The Gassin tower possesses certain characteristics typical of medieval military structures in Provence. This is particularly true of the rough-hewn stones visible on the walls. These local limestone blocks are roughly hewn and had the advantage of being easily handled.
After the pacification of the region, the tower was converted into a cistern to meet the significant water needs of the village.