Avignon
From the reversides of the Rhone to the Popes Palace, from the museums to his famous Festival, Avignon is a very attractive city for families.
Activities | culture | Avignon
The ‘Pont d’Avignon’ is a famous bridge that inspired a famous old French song for kids. (‘Sur le Pont d’Avignon on y danse, on y danse, sur le Pont d’Avignon on y danse tous en rond’.). Did you know that the real name of the bridge is the Saint Benezet Bridge in tribute to Saint Benezet who initiated it? The song says that people were dancing ‘on’ the bridge, but they were actually dancing ‘under’ it! To learn everything about the bridge and the song you should go and visit it! Before walikng on the bridge you will stop in a room dedicated to the song with funny activities for kids. Audioguides available. When on the bridge, hold the hands of your little ones! Free entrance for kids under 8.
Culture and traditions
The Saint Benezet Bridge
The ‘Pont d’Avignon’ is a famous bridge that inspired a famous old French song for kids. (‘Sur le Pont d’Avignon on y danse, on y danse, sur le Pont d’Avignon on y danse tous en rond’.). Did you know that the real name of the bridge is the Saint Benezet Bridge in tribute to Saint Benezet who initiated it? The song says that people were dancing ‘on’ the bridge, but they were actually dancing ‘under’ it! To learn everything about the bridge and the song you should go and visit it! Before walikng on the bridge you will stop in a room dedicated to the song with funny activities for kids. Audioguides available. When on the bridge, hold the hands of your little ones! Free entrance for kids under 8.
84000 Avignon
In April, May, June and October (until November 1st ): open everyday from 9am to 7pm. In July and September: open from 9am to 8pm. In August: open from 9am to 9pm From November 2nd to March 31st: open from 9.30am to 5.45pm during the winter season, and t
04.90.27.51.16.
In April, May, June and October (until November 1st ): open everyday from 9am to 7pm. In July and September: open from 9am to 8pm. In August: open from 9am to 9pm From November 2nd to March 31st: open from 9.30am to 5.45pm during the winter season, and t
04.90.27.51.16.
- Picnick area
- Pushchair access
- Car park
- Wc
Last update 13/10/2009
