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Villeneuve-lez-Avignon

Philippe-le-Bel Tower

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Erected in the 13th century by the king of France near the famous Pont d'Avignon, Tour Philippe le Bel was a part of the fortress of great strategic importance, guarding the entrance to the town and offering a panoramic view over the whole of Provence. Inside, magnificent vaulted rooms house a permanent museum area.
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Inside, its beautiful vaulted rooms now house a permanent museum space named "Mémoires de tour". The exhibition, available in French and English, explores a number of themes: the figure of King Philippe le Bel, the history of the region of Avignon from the Carolingian era to the time of the French Revolution, the medieval construction of the Pont d'Avignon, as well as the 3D reconstruction of the landscape surrounding the bridge at different periods of history.

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Equipment

  • Charging station for 2 electric wheels
  • Free car park
  • Parking nearby
  • Car park
  • Defibrillator
  • Exhibition space
  • Toilets

Services

  • Pets welcome
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Dates and times

From 01/02 to 31/03 on Wednesday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm. On Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 2 pm and 5 pm.

From 01/04 to 31/10 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st and July 14th.

From 01/11 to 30/12 on Wednesday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm. On Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Closed exceptionally on 24/12/2025 and bank holidays.

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

Prices

Full price: 4.50 €
Reduced price: 3.50 €.

Free entry for children under 18.

Methods of payment

  • Check
  • Cash
  • Bank/credit card
  • Contactless payment

Contact

Philippe-le-Bel Tower
Montée de la Tour
 30400 Villeneuve-lez-Avignon
Tel : View number +33(0)4 32 70 08 57
E-Mail : Afficher le mail tourphilippelebel@villeneuvelezavignon.com
Website : https://www.villeneuvelezavignon.com

Coordinates

Longitude : 4.797603
Latitude : 43.958578

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> Getting there by car

Nearby

More accommodation nearby:

• Hotels
• Guesthouses
• Campsites
• Holiday complexes
• Holiday rentals
This page was produced with the help of theOffice de Tourisme communautaire du Grand Avignon