Clock Square – Rue des Fourbisseurs loop from Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

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Clock Square – Rue des Fourbisseurs loop from Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

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Clock Square – Rue des Fourbisseurs loop from Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

01:37

6.29km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.38 km

Avignon Old Town

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Avignon's old town boasts beautiful medieval streets, small squares with cafes, and magnificent Renaissance townhouses. The 4.3 km long city walls completely encircle the historic center.

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1.74 km

Theatre

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In 1988, the Opéra d'Avignon was declared a monument historique.

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2.02 km

Pope's Garden

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The Jardin du Pape is a secluded garden that had direct access from the Pope's apartments. It has regained its precious character by being redesigned with a replica of the …

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2.58 km

Avignon Cathedral (Notre-Dame-des-Doms)

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The gilded Mother of God on the Basilica of Notre Dame des Doms - a must when visiting Avignon - draws everyone's attention in the blazing summer sun. The church …

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2.93 km

Clock Square

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Main town square with its historic clock: it was always central in this town of ceremonies. Note the classic town hall dominating the west side.

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3.22 km

Rue des Fourbisseurs

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Nice car-free business district with quirky shops.

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3.96 km

Square of the plane trees

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Its actual name is Place des Tainturiers. Its beauty is made not only by the plane trees typical of southern France, but also by the Chapelle des Pénitents Gris located there.

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4.23 km

On the way to the Papal Palace

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historically very interesting and very well presented for visitors using multimedia.

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5.34 km

Viewpoint

6.29 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.88 km

1.60 km

945 m

847 m

Surfaces

3.86 km

1.51 km

600 m

106 m

102 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 6 October

22°C

17°C

90 %

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Comments

February 2, 2022,Avignon

To say it straight away, the recording is a bit off, but in this city you can just go with the flow.
We were allowed to attend a mass in the Basilique Saint-Pierre, a Gothic church from the 14th century.
Of course you can’t avoid visiting the Palais des Papes, I didn’t manage to take too many photos there because …

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June 4, 2024,Papstpalast in Avignon 🇫🇷

Sorry, some of the pictures are from the evening before. The Pope's Palace is absolutely a top attraction and world heritage site. The entrance fee is not that expensive at 14€ per person

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May 6, 2024,🇫🇷Avignon06.05.2024

One of the most picturesque cities in southern France, Avignon is known for its rich history and cultural diversity. It was once the residence of the Popes in the 14th century, earning it the nickname "City of the Popes". Today, Avignon is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world who want to experience the city's rich cultural …

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September 11, 2024,Rondje slenteren Avignon 🇫🇷

Beautiful city (old part) to visit. Departure from the free parking 🅿️ Île piot. Also for non-walkers. You can take a free shuttle bus. Stroll between. Narrow alleys and beautiful medieval buildings.

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