Avignon

Avignon

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAvignonVilleneuve-lès-Avignon at 3 km (5 min)
Insee code84007Les Angles at 5.5 km (7 min)
Postcode84000Rognonas at 6.4 km (11 min)
Latitude43.9493170Le Pontet at 6.6 km (11 min)
Longitude4.8055280Montfavet at 6.7 km (13 min)
AltitudeFrom 10 to 122 metersMorières-lès-Avignon at 8.8 km (16 min)
Surface64.78 km²Barbentane at 10.5 km (16 min)
Population91283 inhabitantsChâteaurenard at 10.5 km (16 min)
Density1463 inhabitants/km²Vedène at 11.1 km (15 min)
National labelSauveterre at 11.2 km (16 min)
DepartmentVaucluseRochefort-du-Gard at 12.1 km (13 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Avignon, Avignon, capital of Cotes du Rhone, the heart of Provence.

Avignon is located 100 km from Marseille and Montpellier, 30 km from Arles, the heart of the Camargue, and 35 km from Nîmes.


SIGHTSEEING

The Palais des Papes.

The Musée du Petit Palais.

The bridge Avignon.

The Rocher des Doms.

Hobbies: cinema, theater ...

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Avignon
Information pointsTourist Office of Avignon
Leisure centresMuseum Calvet,   Museum Esprit Requien,   Museum of the Petit Palais
MonumentsAbbey of Saint-Ruf d'Avignon,   Cathedral Notre-Dame des Doms,   Chapel Saint-Bénézet,   Chapel of L'Oratoire,   Church Saint-Joseph,   Collegiate Church Saint-Pierre,   Palace of the Papes d'Avignon,   Synagogue of Avignon
Performance hallsCentre Européen de Poésie,   Community Hall Montfavet,   Exhibition Park Avignon Expo,   Les Passagers du Zinc,   Maison Jean Vilar,   Opera-Theatre of Avignon,   Sports Park of Avignon,   Theatre Le Palace,   Theatre Le Paris,   Theatre of the Chêne noir,   Theatre of the Halles
Natural sitesIsland of Piot,   Island of the Barthelasse,   Island of the Motte

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Cheval Passion in January.

The Wintertime Festival in February.

Alterarosa during the weekend of the Ascension.

Avignon Festival in July.

Numerous activities throughout the year.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Nimes.

Aries.

Orange.

The Camargue.

The Luberon and its villages: Gordes, Roussillon ...

La Fontaine de Vaucluse.

L'Isle sur la Sorgue and its antique shops, including the International Antiques Fair and Flea markets of L'Isle sur la Sorgue at Easter.

PHOTOS
Palais des Papes night
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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RESTAURANTS 
La tour
Avignon
Traditional cuisine with a touch of originality, delights the eye and palate insured. At the heart of Avignon, La Tour said the Saunerie (place Costebelle), invites you to a little...
Located in AvignonFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Le carré
Avignon
Open the door and go to a huge loft: exposed beams, leather, sleek style. The service is pleasant and motivated. In the kitchen everything is fresh and seasonal products are featured....
Located in AvignonFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Auberge de Bonpas
Avignon
In the Vaucluse, close to downtown Avignon, discover the charm and relaxed lifestyle of Provence! Hostel Bonpas, contemporary decor, offers specialties tradionnal Provencal-based products...
Located in AvignonFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Clos du Rempart    
9
Avignon
Le Clos du Rempart is located inside the city walls of the old town. Around its pretty patio two lovely bedrooms, equipped with A/C are available for your stay in this magnificent city...
Located in AvignonFrom 110 € to 150 € the double room 
Bonheur et Caline    
10
Avignon
Close to downtown and the historic center of Avignon, the Maison de l'Arche, a beautiful house built in 1880, overlooks a beautiful garden, trees and flowers. Relax by the pool with...
Located in AvignonFrom 80 € to 115 € the double room 
Mas des beaumes    
9.6
Châteaurenard
Open from April to September. Bed and Breakfast with swimming pool. A perfect place to escape in the heart of Provence, alternating rest and ballads. Starting point for the Camargue,...
Located 8.8 km from AvignonFrom 70 € to 90 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Jolie maison près d'Avignon
Avignon
Pretty house, furnished with taste and comfort with terrace, two shady gardens, ample parking for two cars with automatic gate. The kitchen is equipped with a convection oven, stove,...
Located in AvignonFrom 400 € to 600 € per week 
La maison de lola
Avignon
Avignon house 6 persons calm fully air-conditioned private heated pool.
Located in AvignonFrom 700 € to 1800 € per week 
Les Olivettes d'Avignon
Avignon
In the city center, 50 meters of Les Halles in Avignon and 100 meters from the rue des Teinturiers, nice little 2-room, 38 m², bright, renovated, with bedroom, large room with fully...
Located in AvignonFrom 300 € to 500 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Les deux Rhône  
Avignon
Camping near the historic center of Avignon, ideal for exploring the papal city and Provence profound.
Located in Avignon14.66 € per day 
L'Art de Vivre    
8.5
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Situated near to the banks of the River Rhone, high in the Vaucluse, neighbouring the Drome, the Gard. And the Ardeche, camping “L'Art de Vivre” have over 90 shaded enclosures on o...
Located 12.1 km from AvignonFrom 14 € to 19.50 € per day 
Camping Monplaisir    
9.4
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
The campground is located Monplaisir 800 m northwest of the town of Saint Remy de Provence, the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte...
Located 17 km from AvignonFrom 15.50 € to 27.60 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Cloitre Saint Louis Avignon     
7.6
Avignon
Set in central Avignon, this 16th-century hotel offers an outdoor pool with a large sun terrace. Some of the stylish rooms are located in the historic building featuring archways and...
Located in AvignonRoom from 99 €
Hôtel de l'Horloge     
8.2
Avignon
This hotel is set in a 19th-century building overlooking the picturesque Place de L'Horloge, in the centre of Avignon. It offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi access. The Hôtel de l'Horloge's...
Located in AvignonRoom from 90 €
Kyriad Avignon Centre Palais Des Papes     
8.1
Avignon
This Kyriad hotel is located in the pedestrian zone of the historical centre of Avignon. It offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with TV with Canal+, courtesy tray and free Wi-Fi access....
Located in AvignonRoom from 70 €

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