Palais des Papes
The Palais des Papes is the largest Gothic palace in Europe, built when the papacy moved from Rome to Avignon in the 14th century. Entry is paid.
Bridge in Avignon
Pont d'Avignon
The Pont Saint-Benezet (Pont d’Avignon) is the famous medieval bridge that now ends in the middle of the Rhone after most of its arches collapsed. Entry to walk on the bridge is paid. The best views are free from the Ile de la Barthelasse (the island below) or from the Rocher des Doms park above. Budget travelers photograph the bridge from the free viewpoints and hum the French nursery rhyme that made it famous.
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Before you go
- Address
- Historic Centre of Avignon: Papal Palace, Episcopal Ensemble and Avignon Bridge, 84000 Avignon
- Good to know
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Rocher des Doms
The Rocher des Doms is a hilltop park above the Palais des Papes with views over the Rhone, the Pont d'Avignon, and on clear days, Mont Ventoux. Free.
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