View of Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) from Ile de la Barthelasse with tourists canoeing on the Rhône - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursView of Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) from Ile de la Barthelasse with tourists canoeing on the Rhône - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©View of Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) from Ile de la Barthelasse with tourists canoeing on the Rhône - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs

Swimming and cool activities

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Looking for a bit of fresh air? Caves, boat trips, water-based activities… you name it!

Cool spots and water activities

Swimming pools

The Big Plunge

Olympic pool - La Palmeraie
Olympic pool - La Palmeraie
Cool oasis in the heart of the Papal City, opposite the Pont d'Avignon. 3 outdoor pools, including an Olympic-size pool, 3m and 5m diving boards, paddling pool with water games...
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Camille Muffat swimming pool
Camille Muffat swimming pool
1 indoor pool (open all year), 1 outdoor pool and 1 paddling pool (open from July to August).
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Swimming Pool Chevalier de Folard
Swimming Pool Chevalier de Folard
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Swimming pool Pierre Reyne
Swimming pool Pierre Reyne
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Swimming Pool Stuart Mill
Swimming Pool Stuart Mill
HQE swimming pool (high environmental quality), pool 25x12,4m, 6 lanes, small learning pond, outdoor beaches.
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Piscine Municipale du Pontet
Piscine Municipale du Pontet
1 covered swimming pool and 1 outdoor pool. Large solarium and outdoor terrace
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Complexe de Fargues
Complexe de Fargues
Sports and leisure facilities.
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Islands of fresh air in the city

Well-being and relaxation

Avignon CitypassBenefit from the destination at the price
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©Christmas in Avignon - Photo credit: Sylvie Villeger|Sylvie Villeger
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View of the Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) and the Palais des Papes from Barthelasse island - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursView of the Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) and the Palais des Papes from Barthelasse island - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©View of the Pont Saint-Bénezet (or Pont d'Avignon) and the Palais des Papes from Barthelasse island - Photo credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
In summer keep cool
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©Avignon from the Rocher des Doms at sunset|De Beaux Lents Demains
Autumn indian summer
The Papal GardensThe Papal Gardens
©The Papal Gardens|Olivier Tresson
Spring is the season to garden!
Bastide de Bellegarde. Credit: France OlliverBastide de Bellegarde. Credit: France Olliver
©Bastide de Bellegarde. Credit: France Olliver|France Olliver
Sleeping in the countryside
Wave IslandWave Island
©Wave Island|wave island
Swimming and wellness spots
Place des Corps Saints by night. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'AilleursPlace des Corps Saints by night. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
©Place des Corps Saints by night. Credit: Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs|Frédéric Dahm / Empreintes d'Ailleurs
On the terrace for a meal and a drink
The lavender field in front of the Pont d'AvignonThe lavender field in front of the Pont d'Avignon
©The lavender field in front of the Pont d'Avignon|Olivier Tresson
Make the bridge!
At Avignon Spring 1920x1080 SiteAt Avignon Spring 1920x1080 Site
©At Avignon Spring 1920x1080 Site|Avignon Tourisme
AVIGNON, SPRING STARTS HERE!