Historic site and monument

à Avignon

Eglise Saint-Symphorien les Carmes

Church of the former Carmelite convent rebuilt between 1320 and 1520, its ample dimensions and sobriety correspond to the values ​​of the mendicant orders.

The Carmelites moved outside the enclosure near the Nurses' Portal in the second half of the 13th century. The church was rebuilt under the papacy, with a vast nave lined with side chapels, and consecrated in 1520.
The imposing convent buildings were destroyed during the Revolution, however, some remains were incorporated into modern buildings. In 1803, it received the parish title of Saint-Symphorien. Numerous works of art: sculptures, paintings, gilded wooden altar.

Free entry, silence requested.

Information from the presbytery from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday: 04 90 82 10 56.

IH: there is a step to access the church but there is access through the main doors (without steps).

Historical brochure of the Saint-Symphorien les Carmes church below.

We speak: French

Themes

  • Religious Heritage
  • Church

Location details

  • In the city
  • Downtown

Opening

Opening hours from January 01st to December 31st, 2026
MondayOpen from 08 pm to 17 pm
TuesdayOpen from 08 pm to 17 pm
WednesdayOpen from 08 pm to 17 pm
ThursdayOpen from 08 pm to 17 pm
FridayOpen from 08 pm to 17 pm
SundayOpen from 09:30 a.m to 12 p.m

These times are subject to change and may vary depending on the availability of surveillance staff.

Prices

Yes

Accessible tourism

Physical disability

There is a step to access the church but there is access through the main doors (without steps).

Address

Eglise Saint-Symphorien les Carmes
Place des Carmes
84000 Avignon

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