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| Villeneuve-lès-Avignon | ||
| region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
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| Residents | 11.769 (2018) | |
| height | 25 m | |
| Tourist info | 33 (0)4 90 25 61 33 http://www.ot-villeneuvelezavignon.fr/ | |
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Villeneuve-lès-Avignon is a municipality in the south Of France in the department Gard (No. 30).
background
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon (also: Villeneuve-lez-Avignon) is a congregation that is opposite Avignon lies on the western Rhône side.
The village of Saint-André on the hill Mont Andaon with the abbey Saint-André from the 10th century was the nucleus of the community.
The background was the decision of King Philip the Fair (Philip IV (1268-1314)) to build a fortress on the village Pont Saint-Benezet (Pont d'Avignon) to give a special position. The fortress was supposed to control the transition from the Roman-Germanic Empire to the French Kingdom. Between 1293 and 1307 there was a citadel, of which only a watchtower, Tour Philippe le Bel, is left over. At that time, the bridge spanned both arms of the Rhône from the Palais des Papes to the Tour Philippe le Bel. To supply the fortress, the king founded the "New City of Saint-André" in March 1293, which later became today's Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
Several popes, cardinals and prelates of the papal court settled here during the papal period of Avignon (1309-1430) and built some cardinal palaces for themselves and their court (Livrées) as well as monasteries and churches. In 1333 Cardinal Arnaud de Via consecrated the collegiate church (parish church) Notre Dame one that contains a copy of the famous Pietà. Already 23 years later, in 1356, the later Pope Innocent VI, now Cardinal Etienne Aubert, founded the Carthusian monastery Chartreuse du Val de Bénédiction.
getting there
By plane
The nearest commercial airports are:
- 1 Aéroport Avignon-Provence The airport is located southwest of the city center, but regular flight connections are only available to London, Southampton and Birmingham offered.
- The airport is also easily accessible Marseille-Provence with connections to numerous international destinations in the new terminal MP2 low-cost connections are handled.
- 2 Aéroport d'Avignon-Pujaut - The small airport is located in the north of the city Aéroport d'Avignon-Pujaut for small and glider planes.
By train
The place has its own train station. The nearest TGV train station is in Avignon. (Avignon Courtine, Avignon center ville (boulevard St Roch, tel: 08 91 67 68 69). Trains go from here to Paris and Marseille, among others.
By bus
From Avignon by bus line 11.
In the street
- About the
Autoroute du Soleil Lyon-Marseille (Avignon exit) and the 
La Languedocienne / La Catalane Orange-Le Perthus (Roquemaure exit) - About the N 7 and N 100 Routes nationales 7 (Paris-Menton) and 100 (Remoulins-Avignon-Apt)
By boat
Although there is a small dock near the Tour de Philippe le Bel, however, the jetty is preferred Keep nautique in Avignon, 34 Boulevard de la Ligne, Tel .: 04 90 86 01 41.
mobility
The sights of the place can be explored quite easily on foot with differences in altitude of around 30 m between the river bank and the surrounding hills with Fort Saint-André and the Carthusian monastery.
Tourist Attractions
Tip: It's worth going to the tourist information office in Avignon or Villeneuve-lès-Avignon to get a "Pass for Buildings, Museums, Excursions". The pass is free available upon request. The owner and up to 5 accompanying members of his family receive price reductions at all partner museums and monuments from the second visit, including on many excursions and guided tours. The pass is valid for 15 days. The prices below are normal prices without any reduction.
Monuments and places of interest:
- 1 Fort Saint-André, Rue Montée du Fort, 30400 Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 25 45 35, Email: [email protected]. Description: Built in the 14th century by John II the Good to protect the borders of the French kingdom. Perfect example of medieval defense architecture. Magnificent views of the Rhone Valley and Avignon.Open: Oct. to May 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; June to September 10 am-6pm; closed on 1.1., 1.5., 1.11. and 25.12.Price: Admission: € 5.50.
- 2 Chartreuse du Val de Bénédiction (Capuchin Monastery of Val de Bénédiction). Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 15 24 24, Email: [email protected]. Description: One of Pope Innocent VI. founded monastery palace. The Pope donated his lands to the Carthusian Order. In the 18th century the monastery was the largest charterhouse in France with three cloisters, a church, a large dining room, 40 monks' cells and gardens. Here is the tomb of Innocent VI. and a fresco by Matteo Giovannetti. Now an artist residency with performances in partnership with the Avignon Theater Festival.Open: Oct. to Mar. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Apr. to Sept. 9.30am-6.30pm. Guided tours in July and August at 11 a.m. (€ 1 surcharge); closed on 1.1., 1.5., 1.11., 11.11. and 25.12.Price: Entry € 8.
- 3 Église Collégiale Notre-Dame and its monastery. Description: Built in the 14th century by Cardinal Arnaud de Via, the nephew of Pope John XXII. The style of the building is southern French Gothic.
- Chapelle des Pénitants Gris
- 4 Saint-André abbey with its gardens, Rue Montée du Fort, 30400 - Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 25 55 95, Email: [email protected]. Description: The Benedictine abbey, founded in the 10th century, is a listed building and has terraced gardens with the seal Jardin remarquable in the Tuscan and Mediterranean Renaissance style. They range from the ruins of Romanesque churches to the graves from the High Middle Ages. Magnificent view of the Papal Palace and the Rhône Valley.Open: The gardens are open from March to October daily except Mon .; May to Sept. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., March and Oct. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Apr. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. On public holidays, including public holidays.Price: Entry € 13.
- 5 Pierre-de-Luxembourg Museum, 3 rue de la République. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 27 49 66. Description: From religious art, the ivory Madonna from the 14th century and the "Coronation of Mary" by Enguerrand Quarton from the Xv. Century and an overview of the Provencal painting of the 17th and 18th centuries, e.g. by Simon de Châlon, Reynaud Levieux and Nicolas Mignard.Open: Closed on Mondays, in January and on May 1, November 1 and 11, 24, December 25 and 31.Price: Entry € 3.60.
- 6 Tour Philippe le Bel. Tel.: 33 (0)32 70 08 57. Description: The citadel stands at the bridgehead of the former Pont d'Avignon when this bridge was still completely intact. It was built at the beginning of the 14th century and monitored the transition until the end of the 17th century. The tower offers a very nice view of the river valley.Open: Nov. to Apr. daily 2-5pm, Wed. 10-12am and 2-5pm; May to Oct. 10 a.m. - 12.30 p.m., 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Nov. to Jan. Mondays and 1.5. closed
- Cardinal palaces
- Mourgues Hill
activities
On the Tourist information website you will find a wide range of excursions, etc. Many guests of the city will also go to the larger ones Tourist information office in Avignon turn. The following are offered, for example:
- Cruises on the Rhône
- Boat trips in the Camargue
- Excursions to wineries with wine tasting
- Excursions on horseback
shop
There are weekly markets in the following places and districts, usually from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.:
- 1 Market in Villeneuve lez Avignon - Place Charles David: Thursday morning and Saturday morning (6 a.m. to 3 p.m.) there is a flea market
- 2 Market in Les Angles - Place Roger Isnard: Saturday morning,
- 3 Market in Rochefort-du-Gard - Place de la République: Sunday morning,
- 4 Market in Pujaut - Place de la Poste: Thursday morning,
- 5 Market in Saze - Place de la Fontaine: Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
Supermarkets:
- 6 E. Leclerc Les Angles 1 route de Tavel, Center Commercial Grand Angle, 30133 Les Angles, Tel .: 33 (0) 4 90 15 23 00
- 7 Carrefour ZAC des Charbonnières, Route de Pujaut, 30400 Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, Tel .: 33 (0) 4 90 25 76 81
- 8 Intermarché 6 Rue Gilbert Sixou, 30400 Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, Tel .: 33 (0) 4 90 15 36 36
kitchen
As a German you have to realize that the prices in restaurants are considerably higher than in Germany. Nevertheless, it will be observed that the restaurants do not have to complain about a lack of guests.
The Tourist information website contains numerous other restaurants for every taste and budget, also in German.
Upscale
- 1 Le Prieuré hotel and restaurant, 7 place du Chapitre. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 15 90 15. Description: Gourmet cuisine.Closed: from Sunday evening to Tuesday lunchtime, open daily in the high season, closed from November to March 20.Price: lunch menu € 40, in the evening € 78.
Moderate
- 2 Les Cèdres, 39 avenue Pasteur, 30400 Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 25 43 92. Pets allowed, beer garden, private parking.Open: Closed on Monday lunchtime, except on public holidays.Price: menu € 29, -.
nightlife
accommodation
The Tourist information website contains numerous accommodations for every requirement and budget, also in German.
health
Practical advice
- 1 Office de Tourisme, Place Charles David, 30400 Villeneuve lèz Avignon. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 25 61 33, Fax: 33 (0)4 90 25 91 55, Email: [email protected].
Open: Nov. to Feb .: Mon-Fri. 9.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m. and 2-5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (until the end of January); July: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat and Sun 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2.30 p.m.-7 p.m. Aug .: Daily 9 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. closed: 1.1., 1.5., 1.11., 11.11., 25.12.
- ATM, 27 avenue Pasteur. Tel.: 33 (0)4 90 15 14 90. Open: Mo - Fr 8.30 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. 1.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m., Sa 8.30 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.
trips
In addition to the guided tours offered by the tourist office, you can also explore:
- The surrounding villages: Rochefort du Gard, Saze, Les Angles, Pujaut, Bagnol sur Cèze
- The Sanctuaire de Notre-Dame de Grâce in Rochefort du Gard
- The Pont du Gard
- Parc du Cosmos in Les Angles
- Visiatome in Chusclane
- Salamander grotto in Méjannes le Clap
