The Cloître des Carmes is a serene haven in the heart of Avignon, preserving the elegance of Gothic architecture within its quiet arcades. Built in the 14th century as part of the Carmelite convent, the cloister reflects the city’s rich spiritual heritage. Its graceful stone arches frame a central garden where silence and shade invite contemplation, offering a striking contrast to the lively streets outside. Though the convent itself was dissolved during the Revolution, the cloister remains intact, a rare witness to centuries of monastic life. Visitors can admire the sculpted capitals, the rhythm of the arcades, and the tranquil atmosphere that continues to inspire reflection. More than a historical monument, the Cloître des Carmes embodies Avignon’s ability to preserve spaces of peace and beauty, making it a treasured stop for those seeking both history and calm within the city’s walls.
Avignon FranceCloître des Carmes is a 14th-century Carmelite cloister located at Place des Carmes in the heart of Avignon's UNESCO-listed historic centre, on the left bank of the Rhône River in Provence, southeastern France. Now a renowned open-air theatre venue for the Festival d'Avignon since 1967, it features a serene courtyard with arcades, gardens, and the adjacent Gothic Église des Carmes, offering a tranquil escape amid the medieval city's vibrant lanes. Nearby attractions include the Palais des Papes just 0.3 miles away, Place de l'Horloge with its cafés and shops, the Rocher des Doms gardens, city ramparts, Basilique St-Pierre, and the Rhône quays leading to Pont St-Bénézet.
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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Vergers Urbain V
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Abbaye de Saint Ruf
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Pétramale Garden
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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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