The European Heritage Days (JEP) return to the Grand Avignon the 19th & 20th September 2026. On this occasion, many visits, exhibitions, guided walks and activities invite you to discover the treasures of the region. To plan your weekend, the Tourist Office of Grand Avignon offers several personalized selections: outing ideas for the most in a hurry, family outing discovering the local heritage et nature discoveries to explore the Natural Heritage du Grand Avignon.
European Heritage Days for people in a hurry
Do you only have a few hours to spare? Here's a selection of outing ideas to enjoy the 2026 European Heritage Days in the Grand Avignon. The turnkey courses to discover the essentials of local heritage in half a day.
A morning in Vedène to step back in time
Saturday from 9:30 am, set off to discover the heritage of Vedène with a guided tour of the town's main monuments, before continuing your immersion in thelocal history thanks to the'exposure "Vedène in the past." A perfect program to understand the evolution of village and discover the riches of its heritage in just one morning.
And if this cultural getaway has whetted your appetite, take the opportunity to take a break in one of the restaurants in Vedène and extend your discovery around a good meal.
An afternoon at the museum in Villeneuve lez Avignon
Saturday or SundayEnjoy two quick visits to Pierre-de-Luxembourg Museum to discover the exhibition "Villeneuve, views and iconic monuments" at 14 p.m., then the famous "Coronation of the Virgin" at 15 p.m. Two short and accessible events to explore the'history and the cultural heritage. de Villeneuve lez Avignon in the same place.
Extend this cultural interlude by strolling through the historic center before taking a break in one of the tea rooms from the city.
Visite «flash» de l’exposition : Villeneuve lez Avignon, vues et monuments emblématiques
Free
Le 19 September 2026
An afternoon of heritage in Pujaut
Saturday or Sunday at 16pm, delve into the history of Pujaut with a commented visit from the Saint-Vérédème chapel, one of the town's iconic heritage sites. Extend your exploration further with thephotographic exhibition dedicated to the heritage of Pujaut, presented on the same website. An ideal program to explore the treasures of Pujaut without leaving this place steeped in history.
To end the afternoon and extend your getaway to Pujaut, discover our selection of good places to eat.
An evening in Caumont-sur-Durance to discover its heritage
Saturday At the end of the day, delve into the history of Caumont-sur-Durance starting with a self-guided tour of theSaint-Symphorien churchContinue with a stroll through the Roman gardens before letting yourself be carried away by a narrated walk at 18:30pm. An ideal program to discover the heritage of Caumont during an afternoon.
To extend the experience, settle into the restaurant table Caum'on, in the heart of the village (reservation recommended).
And to conclude the evening In style, join the Jean-Jaurès Square or one concert will be offered as part of the traditional Maiden's Day.
A cultural evening in Les Angles
Saturday At the end of the day, set off to explore the old village of Les Angles during a commented walk at 18 p.m., before extending your immersion in thelocal history with dramatized readings offered at 21pm. A great opportunity to rediscover the heritage of Les Angles from an original perspective, while enjoying the atmosphere of the old center.
To complete this cultural evening, make a stop at one of the restaurants City and enjoy a friendly moment between your two discoveries.
A Sunday afternoon spent exploring the history of Roquemaure
Sunday In the afternoon, discover Roquemaure through two exhibitions devoted tohistory of the municipality, between photographs Antiques, vintage postcards, and models of the village in the Middle Ages. Extend this immersive experience with a chat on the Rhone and its influence on the development of the city, before concluding with the commented visit from the Collegiate Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, an iconic listed monument.
An ideal program to explore the many facets of Roquemorois' heritage in just a few hours.
The European Heritage Days for families
The European Heritage Days are also an opportunity to share a fun outing with children.
A family morning in Roquemaure
Saturday In the morning, discover the heritage of Roquemaure through models of the fortified castle which recreates the village in the Middle Ages. Continue with theexposure "Bats, an amazing life," to better understand local biodiversity, before attending a musical presentation by...Julien Organ , Collegiate Church of Saint-Jean-BaptisteA fun and cultural outing, ideal for young and old.
To extend your morning, have lunch at Tribu restaurant or enjoy a picnic on Miémart Island at the water's edge.
A day of family adventures at Villeneuve lez Avignon
Saturday and Sundaylive playful experiencesfamily at Villeneuve lez Avignon. To the ChartreuseEmbark on a quest to find Marcel and Annie's treasure through an interactive investigation, then test your observation skills with the "Windows of Time" game to discover the monument in a new light. Continue your exploration at Pierre-de-Luxembourg Museum with a postcard rally specially designed for children.
For lunch, enjoy a picnic , Mourgues hill, a true green lung of the historic center offering playgrounds and superb views of Villeneuve lez Avignon and Avignon, or take a break in one of the restaurants from the city.
A Sunday spent with the family in the old village of Les Angles
From 10am to 17pm, the old village some Angles becomes a playground for the whole family. Craftsmen, animals, a barrel organ, wooden games and a carousel bring the traditions of yesteryear back to life. Children can participate in art workshops from Totout'Arts from 10am to 12pm and at readings offered by the library from 14pm to 15pm.
Want to learn more? Follow the theatrical walk through alleyways and monuments iconic village landmarks at 11am or 15pm or get an introduction to drawing outdoors in the heart of English heritage (by reservation).
European Heritage Days for nature lovers
Want to discover the natural heritage of Grand Avignon During the European Heritage Days? Directions Villeneuve lez Avignon for a weekend focused on nature and gardens.
On Saturday at 14 p.m., participate in a workshop to learn how to identify wild plants and better understand the local flora. Continue your exploration at theSaint-André Abbeywhere the gardener shares advice, know-how and anecdotes about remarkable gardens.
Sunday, the Mas de Carles also opens its doors for an immersion in the heart of a site where heritage, agriculture and the environment meet.
An ideal selection to enjoy the Heritage Days closer to nature.
Rencontre avec le jardinier de l’Abbaye Saint-André
Le 19 September 2026
Atelier autour des plantes sauvages : sur les chemins de la rentrée
Le 19 September 2026
On September 19 and 20, 2026, the European Heritage Days Grand Avignon invite young and old alike to discover an exceptional heritage through visits, exhibitions, guided walks, and original activities. Whether you're looking for a family outing, a cultural getaway, or a nature discovery, Villeneuve lez AvignonLes Angles, Roquemaure, Pujaut, Vedène and Caumont-sur-Durance have many surprises in store for you. Find out more about them. program for the European Heritage Days 2026 and plan your heritage weekend.
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