Pont d'Avignon (Saint-Bénezet)
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.
SPECIAL OPENING AT 10 AM ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH.
According to legend, the bridge was built in the 12th century 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.
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.
New generation of audio guides with touchscreen in 12 languages: French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Portuguese, Korean (flags). Child-friendly version in French and English.
IH: The monument is labeled Tourism & Handicap for motor, mental and hearing disabilities and has adapted audio guides for the visually impaired, braille and audio descriptive version and museography adapted for the hearing impaired, FALC.
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.
Certifications & Labels
- World Heritage (UNESCO)
Location details
Access by Zou! bus lines 909, 915, 916, 917, 918 and 989 – Bus Station stop
Travel time: Avignon-Apt: 1 hour 15 minutes
Access by Zou! bus lines 902, 905, 906, 907, 915, 924, 705, 707, 708 – PEM bus station stop
Travel time :
Orange to Avignon: 55 min
Carpentras -> Avignon: 45 min
Isle-sur-la-Sorgue -> Avignon: 45 min
Cavaillon -> Avignon: 50 min
- Downtown
- In the city
Visit
Customers
Language(s) of the visit
Audio guide language(s)
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
Prices
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Full price | 6 € | Not disclosed |
| Reduced price | 5 € | Not disclosed |
Free ticket (proof will be required at ticket check) for children under 10, people holding a disability inclusion mobility card (CMI) and one accompanying person (proof is required), for residents of Avignon and Montfavet every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday upon presentation of proof of residence and an identity document (Note that the identity card is not proof), for curators-guides, journalists, for holders of a France Travail card (job seekers + RSA beneficiaries) and Avignon residents under 26 years of age holding culture pass cards given by the Avignon Town Hall.
Prices for the Palace + Pont d'Avignon: full price €19,50 / reduced price €16 / child (10-17 years): €12.
Audio guide included in the entrance price.
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.
An exterior doorbell allows access to a dedicated gate, providing easier entry to the site. A ramp has been installed on the bridge deck, creating a walkway along the entire length of the bridge's cobblestone path, with accessible information panels and a model of the bridge.
Visual impairment
Audio guides adapted for the visually impaired
A model of the accessible bridge is available.
Mental handicap
Complete site security