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 some fresh air? Caves, boat trips, water sports…you name it!

In periods of orange/red heatwave

The city’s squares and gardens will remain open at all times, with the exception of Rocher des Doms, which will close at midnight, and Parc de la Croix de Noves at 10pm.

Cool spots and water sports

Swimming pools

Le grand Plongeon

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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Cool islands in the city

Wellness and relaxation

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!

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©Christmas in Avignon - Photo credit: Sylvie Villeger|Sylvie Villeger
Winter: Christmas in Provence
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
Avignon from the Rocher des Doms at sunsetAvignon from the Rocher des Doms at sunset
©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!