The Vergers Urbain V are a peaceful green retreat nestled at the foot of the Palais des Papes in Avignon. Named after Pope Urban V, who once cultivated orchards here, the gardens combine history with tranquility. Shaded paths wind through lawns and fruit trees, offering visitors a quiet escape from the bustling city. The site preserves the memory of medieval horticulture while serving as a modern public park where locals stroll, read, or enjoy picnics. From its terraces, there are striking views of the palace walls and the Rhône beyond, making it a favored spot for contemplation and photography. More than a simple garden, the Vergers Urbain V embody Avignon’s legacy of blending heritage with everyday life, inviting travelers to pause and connect with nature in the shadow of one of Europe’s greatest monuments.
Avignon FranceVergers Urbain V is a historic public garden located directly behind the eastern slope of the Palais des Papes in Avignon's UNESCO-listed historic center, on the left bank of the Rhône River in Provence, southeastern France. Originally the 14th-century orchard of Pope Urban V, it features fruit trees, a flower meadow, a dry fountain, shaded terraces, and a children's play area with animal sculptures, all redeveloped since 2017 as part of the Palais gardens ensemble. Nearby stand the Palais des Papes' towering battlements, the Rocher des Doms gardens with panoramic views, the Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms, and easy access to Place du Palais, central squares like Place de l'Horloge, the ramparts, and the Rhône quays leading to the Pont d'Avignon.
Palais des Papes
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Musée du Petit Palais
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Musée Calvet
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Musée Lapidaire
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Musée Requien
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Musée Angladon
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Musée Louis Vouland
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Musée du Mont-de-Piété
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Collection Lambert Avignon
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Palais du Roure
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Cloître saint Louis expositions
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Le Grenier à sel
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Bains Pommer
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Musée du Théâtre et des Spectacles
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Opéra Grand Avignon
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Théâtre Benoît-XII
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Théâtre du Chêne Noir
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Théâtre des Halles
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Théâtre de la Manufacture
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Théâtre du Balcon
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Théâtre Golovine
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Théâtre Episcène
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Théâtre de l’Arrache-Cœur
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Théâtre Notre-Dame
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Théâtre du Girasole
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Atezart Galerie Michel Perrier
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Galerie Ducastel
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Galerie Daniel Jean - Le Cube Vernet
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Galerie Rousset
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Gallery & Boutique John Gormsen
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Les Artisans de la Barthelasse
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Galerie La porte rouge
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Galerie des Augustins
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Arcane du Pape
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HAÏKU
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The Bridge of Avignon
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Jardin des Doms
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Basilique Saint-Pierre
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Les Halles d'Avignon
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Tour Saint Jean
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Parc Chico Mendes
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Remparts d'Avignon
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Fort Saint-André
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Tour Philippe‑le‑Bel
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Abbaye de Saint Ruf
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Pétramale Garden
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Cloître des Carmes
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Jardin Georges Pompidou
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Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms
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Maison Jean Vilar
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Chapelle Saint-Martial
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Church of Saint-Agricol
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Église Saint-Didier
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Église Saint-Symphorien-les-Carmes
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Église Saint-Joseph-Travailleur
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Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs
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Chapelle des Pénitents Blanc
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Belvédère Panoramique du Rhône
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Passage de la Pyramide
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