Avignon, the palace and the bridge

Avignon

Bonjour tout le monde!

Located on the Rhône river, Avignon is famous for its bridge and the Palace of the Popes. The bridge, officially named le Pont Saint-Bénézet, is a medieval bridge that is found on Avignon side of the Rhône.  

First a wooden bridge, then made of stone, the Pont Saint-Bénézet had 22 arches and the bridge went across the river.  However, floods damaged the arches, and now only four arches and the gatehouse on the Avignon side remain.  There is also a chapel of Saint Nicholas on a lower level of the bridge.  

That doesn’t stop tourists from singing the song “Sur le Pont d’Avignon” or from dancing near the Tour Philippe-le-Bel. Since 1995, what is left of the bridge, as well as the Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes) and Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms were classified at UNESCO World Heritage sites.

The Palais des Papes was the seat of Western Christianity during the 14^th century; six papal conclaves were held here electing six popes. Although popes returned to Rome in 1403, the Palace and Avignon remained under papal control until 1789 and the start of the French Revolution.

When you travel with Jacki to France in 2022, you will get a chance to tour the palace and the center of Avignon.  Parts of the palace have been restored and tourists take a self-guided tour. Afterwards, there is plenty of time to browse in the little shops and perhaps find that perfect souvenir!  The Provençal tablecloths and napkins are perfect for you or for a gift!

Reserve your spot on this tour by Friday, 3/26 with only $99 to save your place! 
email: jacki.williamsjones@gmail.com to find out more and to get the reservation form.