The Saint Bénezet bridge, built from the 12th century and a major witness to the history of Avignon, is known throughout the world thanks to its famous children's song "Sur le pont d'Avignon". It has been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO since 1995.
According to legend, the bridge was built in the 12C. by a young shepherd from Vivarais, Bénézet, on heavenly orders.
But in reality, the construction of the bridge was a permanent construction site that spanned several centuries. The hydrological modifications of the river, following climatic changes from the 920th century, are at the origin of its destruction. It was no longer used from the 22th century. The bridge was XNUMX meters long and had XNUMX arches that connected the two banks of the Rhône.
Bearer of legends, emblematic monument of the territory, it was the subject of unprecedented interdisciplinary work from 2010 to 2016 which mobilized an entire community of researchers under the aegis of the Grand Avignon and the CNRS. The results of this research can now be admired thanks to museum and multimedia mediation devices that reconstruct the Bridge in 3D in its landscape at different times.
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Tickets: The bridge tour can be purchased online, at the Tourist Office reception desk or on site, but access is available all day, with no time restrictions.
Multimedia audio guide in 12 languages with synchronized film commentary.
Special audioguided visit for children and the visually impaired.
IH: The monument is certified Tourism & Handicap for motor, mental, and hearing disabilities and has audio guides adapted for the visually impaired. The museum is adapted for the hearing impaired.
The monument has an elevator for people with reduced mobility. However, we invite you to check that it is working properly before your visit by contacting our team at + 33 (0)4 32 74 32 74. Thank you for your understanding.
Dogs on a leash are accepted.
The Pont Saint-Bénézet is labeled Accueil vélo.
But in reality, the construction of the bridge was a permanent construction site that spanned several centuries. The hydrological modifications of the river, following climatic changes from the 920th century, are at the origin of its destruction. It was no longer used from the 22th century. The bridge was XNUMX meters long and had XNUMX arches that connected the two banks of the Rhône.
Bearer of legends, emblematic monument of the territory, it was the subject of unprecedented interdisciplinary work from 2010 to 2016 which mobilized an entire community of researchers under the aegis of the Grand Avignon and the CNRS. The results of this research can now be admired thanks to museum and multimedia mediation devices that reconstruct the Bridge in 3D in its landscape at different times.
Need practical information?
Tickets: The bridge tour can be purchased online, at the Tourist Office reception desk or on site, but access is available all day, with no time restrictions.
Multimedia audio guide in 12 languages with synchronized film commentary.
Special audioguided visit for children and the visually impaired.
IH: The monument is certified Tourism & Handicap for motor, mental, and hearing disabilities and has audio guides adapted for the visually impaired. The museum is adapted for the hearing impaired.
The monument has an elevator for people with reduced mobility. However, we invite you to check that it is working properly before your visit by contacting our team at + 33 (0)4 32 74 32 74. Thank you for your understanding.
Dogs on a leash are accepted.
The Pont Saint-Bénézet is labeled Accueil vélo.
Further information :
The Pont Saint-Bénézet is labeled Accueil vélo.
Location details
- In the city
- Downtown
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Customers
Language(s) of the visit
Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Portuguese, German, English, Spanish, French, Russian
Audio guide language(s)
Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, German, Chinese, Spanish, French, Russian
Individual visit services
- Unguided individual tours permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visit services
- Unguided group visits on request
- Guided group tours on request
Opening
Pricing
| Pricing | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Full price | 5 € | Not disclosed |
| Reduced price | 4 € | Not disclosed |
For Avignon residents and residents of Montfavet: free entry every Sunday of the year upon presentation of ID and proof of address – reservation: https://online3-next.citybreak.com/675562970/fr/fr/voir-faire/2527532/billet-gratuit-pont-davignon-special-avignonnais/afficher-les-details?sorting=st%3Da%3Bso%3Da
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days on September 20 and 21 – free entry: self-guided tour without audio guide, access to the exhibition Major exhibition:
“Othoniel – Cosmos or The Ghosts of Love” – Jean-Michel OTHONIEL.
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days on September 20 and 21 – free entry: self-guided tour without audio guide, access to the exhibition Major exhibition:
“Othoniel – Cosmos or The Ghosts of Love” – Jean-Michel OTHONIEL.
Payment methods
Services
Equipment
Services
Home animals
Accessible tourism
Hearing impairment
Museography adapted for the hearing impaired
Physical disability
Smooth covering of the bridge deck.
The monument has an elevator for people with reduced mobility. However, we invite you to check that it is working properly before your visit by contacting our team at 04 32 74 32 74. Thank you for your understanding.
The monument has an elevator for people with reduced mobility. However, we invite you to check that it is working properly before your visit by contacting our team at 04 32 74 32 74. Thank you for your understanding.
Visual impairment
Audio guides adapted for the visually impaired
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