Avignon, a medieval city on a human scale, also gives you the opportunity to get close to nature, in the parks and gardens open to all, and on the paths of the city’s “green lung”, the Barthelasse island, the largest river island in Europe. the city’s “green lung”, the Barthelasse island, the largest river island in Europe; a little corner of green paradise just a stone’s throw from the city walls.
Boy sitting on the Barthelasse facing the Pont d'Avignon. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursNature break
Parks and gardens: the countryside in the city!
Good to know
Gardens
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Garden3The City will be carrying out major renovation work on the Jardin des Doms, which will require the park to be partially and gradually closed.
Therefore, from October 5, 2024, entrance to the Jardin des Doms will be exclusively via the North staircase – boulevard de la Ligne.
Garden events
Un Verre Aux Jardins Dans Les Jardins Du Palais Des Papes
Visitors at the Un Verre Aux Jardins event in the gardens of the Palais des Papes
A drink in the gardens of the Palais des Papes (alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health) - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon Tourisme
The Un verre aux jardins event in the gardens of the Palais des Papes with a DJ from the Résonnance festival - Photo credit: Olivier Tresson / Avignon TourismeGoing green for good
Why not take the opportunity of a stay in Avignon to start going green? With a listed city center that’s almost 100% pedestrian-friendly, local shops that give pride of place to local produce, restaurants committed to responsible, high-quality cuisine, an urban farm and a host of ecological initiatives, it’s child’s play to spend an eco-responsible vacation!
Nature walks and hikes
Avignon CitypassBenefit from the destination at the price
Earn more than 57€ on the tourist attractions of the City of Papes, direct access to museums and monuments of Avignon and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, discounts on your visiting guides and certain places. Activities, as well as your favorite station 24 or 48 hours!
