Close Encounter at an Isolated Campsite in Le Thoronet

Summary

On the night of May 14, 1995, a man camping alone at a remote spot in Le Thoronet saw a silent, saucer-shaped luminous object hovering about one meter above the ground. When he tried to photograph it, his camera jammed. The object appeared to change size and move closer, prompting him to flee and contact the gendarmerie. No traces or ground damage were found, and there were no other witnesses. Although deemed sincere, the witness could not specify the exact time, and the lack of supporting data led investigators to classify the case as insufficient. A possible confusion with the Moon was suggested given the object's appearance and position.