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Avignon Cathedral

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12th-century cathedral, crowned by a gilded statue of Virgin Mary, with tombs of the Avignon popes. People often mention cathedral, Avignon, Beautiful, church, beautiful, visit, building, palace, palais, papes,


Address

Pl. du Palais, 84000 Avignon, France

Website

www.metropole.diocese-avignon.fr

Contact

+33 6 60 16 00 80

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (631 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Sunday: 9:45 am to 12:15 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Monday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am to 12 pm, 2:30 to 5:30 pm

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: cathedral (24) Avignon (19) Beautiful (16) church (15) beautiful (14) visit (12) building (11) palace (8) palais (7) papes (7)
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  • 5/5 Teiky & A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Palace of the Popes (in French, palais des papes) in Avignon (France) is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. It is one of the many places called the "Palace of the Popes." Six conclaves were held in the palace in which the elections of Benedict XII (1335), Clement VI (1342), Innocent VI (1352), Urban V (1362), Gregory XI (1370) and Benedict XIII ( 1394). The palace, which is crisscrossed by two buildings, is the former palace of Benedict XII, a fortress set in the impregnable stone of Amos, and the new palace of Clement VI, the most sumptuous of the Avignon popes, since it is not only the largest Gothic building, but also where all the fullness of the international Gothic style is expressed. It is the product of the construction and ornamentation of the joint work of the best French architects, Pierre Peysson and Jean du Louvres - Jean de Loubières says - and the most important fresco painters of the Sienese school, Simone Martini and Matteo Giovanetti. (Original) El palacio de los papas (en francés, palais des papes) en Aviñón (Francia) es uno de los edificios góticos más grandes e importantes medievales de Europa. Es uno de los muchos lugares a los que se llama «Palacio de los Papas». Se realizaron en el palacio seis cónclaves en los cuales se llevaron a cabo las elecciones de Benedicto XII (1335), Clemente VI (1342), Inocencio VI (1352), Urbano V (1362), Gregorio XI (1370) y Benedicto XIII (1394). El palacio, que está entrecruzado por dos edificios, es el antiguo palacio de Benedicto XII, una fortaleza asentada en la inexpugnable piedra de Amos, y el nuevo palacio de Clemente VI, el más suntuoso de los papas de Aviñón, ya que no solo es el más edificio gótico más grande, sino también en donde se expresa toda la plenitud del estilo del gótico internacional. Es el producto de la construcción y ornamentación de la labor conjunta de los mejores arquitectos franceses, Pierre Peysson y Jean du Louvres —asegura Jean de Loubières—, y los más importantes pintores de frescos de la escuela sienesa, Simone Martini y Matteo Giovanetti.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Doug N. 1 year ago on Google • 1836 reviews
    Next to Popes' Palace. Lovely cathedral with all expected facilities. Several Popes are buried here, from 14th Cent when the papacy was resident in Avignon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ms_Eternal _. 1 year ago on Google • 265 reviews
    19 April Circa late 1300 early 1400s Stunning ! Note it opened at 2.30 pm. Well worth a visit to see the Cathedral of the Popes and the amazing art.
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  • 5/5 left d. 2 years ago on Google • 169 reviews
    It's an emblematic cathedral that poses for thousands of pictures avec le pont d'Avignon, both symbols of the city.
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  • 5/5 Jo J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Absolutely !! 😉 A magnificent view over Avignon 🙂 ... and then down the hill and by ferry, free, merci: tourist office for the tip !! Over the river Rhône to the other side! 🙂 The day in Avignon was super great! 🙂🙃🙂 And: you can also rent a kayak and glide on the water! 😉 absolutely! So if you have enough time! 😉 (Original) Unbedingt !! 😉 Ein grandioser Ausblick ueber Avignon 🙂 ... und dann den Hügel wieder hinunter und mit der Fähre, gratis, merci : Fremdenverkehrsamt für den Tipp !! 😉 ueber den Fluss Rhône auf die andere Seite ! 🙂 Der Tag in Avignon war super toll! 🙂🙃🙂 Und: ein Kajak kann man auch leihen und damit auf dem Wasser gleiten ! 😉 unbedingt ! Also Wenn man genug Zeit hat ! 😉
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 G L L. 4 years ago on Google • 2080 reviews
    Avignon Cathedral (French: Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Doms d'Avignon) is a Roman Catholic church located next to the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France. The cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Avignon.

  • 5/5 Victor Hugo C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful 12th century cathedral .. 7 popes passed by .. (Original) Belíssima catedral do século 12.. no qual passaram 7 papas ..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karine P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful cathedral .... a sister who listens to my questions. Pleasant moment. An exceptional site with a magnificent view. (Original) Très belle cathédrale....une soeur à l écoute de mes interrogations. Agréable moment. Un site exceptionnel avec une vue magnifique.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Samuele C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Externally the cathedral is very beautiful, located on the top of the promontory north of the city, topped by an imposing golden statue of the Virgin. Internally she is nice but I would have expected much more to express the magnificence of the Avignonese papacy. (Original) Esternamente la cattedrale è molto bella, posta sulla sommità del promontorio a nord della città, sormontata da una imponente statua dorata della Vergine. Internamente è carina ma mi sarei aspettato molto di più per esprimere la magnificenza del papato avignonese.
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  • 5/5 José Caro M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We will be back..... (Original) Volveremos.....
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 flo m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very beautiful cathedral dominating the place of the palace of the popes. Magnificent (Original) Une très belle cathédrale dominant la place du palais des papes. Magnifique
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ammar G. 1 year ago on Google • 110 reviews
    It's nice Cathedral, it's free to access till 17.30h.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 J S. 7 years ago on Google
    Definitely a must see if you go to Avignon. It is not up to the same standards as the Roman cathedrals or The Vatican. That is probably because the money was at the Vatican and no longer with the second. Papacy. It is a great day of touring and the walled city is fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Val L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent, both outside and inside .. A magnificent elevation to the sky 🛩 .. From the place to the tip of the building, everything is high, everything is sublimated, this cathedral is very beautiful and proud. The surroundings are very beautiful as the view. The Avignon bridge, the park, the ramparts ... The place of the papal palace, adjoins this place, it is a set of the most successful from the architectural point of view, of trades. It is bewitching I liked being there, contemplating, watching, feeling .. The sober interior, is an ode to architecture, a deep serenity emerges and it feels good .. 😊 💐 To discover for on .. (Original) Magnifique, tant dehors que dedans.. Une magnifique élévation vers le ciel 🛩.. De la place jusqu'à la pointe de l'édifice, tout est élevé, tout est sublimé, cette cathédrale est très belle et fière. Les alentours sont très beaux comme la vue. Le pont d'Avignon, le parc, les remparts... La place du palais des papes, jouxte cet endroit, c'est un ensemble des plus réussi au point de vue architecturale, de corps de métiers.. C'est envoûtant J'ai aimé être là, contempler, regarder, ressentir.. L'intérieur sobre, est une ode à l'architecture, une profonde sérénité s'en dégage et ça fait du bien.. 😊 💐 À découvrir pour sur..
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  • 4/5 Yahya T. 4 years ago on Google
    Superb. It still amazes me that Avignon was at some time the center of Catholic world during the Middle Ages, and this place being the center of it. Given the current grandeur of Vatican, truly this fact is astonishing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 aC 5 months ago on Google • 1324 reviews
    Beautiful church. Especially the golden Virgin Mary at the top. Look at the ceilings as you enter.

  • 5/5 Tim G. 6 months ago on Google • 684 reviews
    Beautiful. The location, the views, the cathedral are beautiful.

  • 5/5 Jorge B. 3 months ago on Google • 364 reviews New
    This cathedral doesn't simply lie in the shadow of its neighouring main attraction. Dating from the XII century and keeping the remains of several popes it is a main feature in its own right.

  • 3/5 Caroline F. 1 year ago on Google • 269 reviews
    I have to admit for such an emblematic and important building, I was expecting a much more ornate Cathedral. Despite being somewhat underwhelmed by its interior, it’s still worth visiting. Make sure you visit the adjoining gardens afterwards for lovely views of the Rhône.

  • 5/5 Guenther S (. 7 months ago on Google • 112 reviews
    Magnificent 13Century Palace & Cathedral. Be prepared to climb 200 stairs 🤪 if you visit the full place

  • 5/5 Andrea M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful and fascinating place to visit calmly and not visit Absolutely with the planned excursions from the cruises arriving in Marseille. I recommend it only to independent tourists and not to groups ... there are so many details to observe and photograph with the right times ... not with those of a guide paid by a famous cruise company made up of 3 letters arriving at the port of Marseille (Original) Luogo Molto bello e affascinante da visitare con calma e Non Visitare Assolutamente con le escursioni programmate dalle crociere in arrivo a Marsiglia. Lo consiglio solo a turisti indipendenti e non a gruppi ...ci sono tantissimi dettagli da osservare e fotografare con i tempi giusti..non con quelli di una guida pagata da una società si crociere famosa composta da 3 lettere che arriva al porto di Marsiglia

  • 5/5 Ludo F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful monument (Original) Beau monument

  • 5/5 Lio C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful place (Original) Magnifique endroit

  • 3/5 jean Philippe a. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Historic church near the papal palace (Original) Église historique proche du palais des papes

  • 5/5 Gérard A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Brahms' Requiem brilliantly performed by the Choeur Echo. (Original) Requiem de Brahms exécuté avec brio par le Choeur Echo.

  • 5/5 Zbigniew B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Avignon - a city in the south of France, at the foot of a limestone hill, on the left bank of the Rhone. Above the city there is a papal palace. Lots of historic places to visit. The city is famous for the lovers' bridge. (Original) Awinion – miasto na południu Francji, u podnóża wapiennego wzgórza, na lewym brzegu Rodanu. Nad miastem góruje pałac papieski.Mnóstwo zabytkowych miejsc do zwiedzania.Miasto słynie z mostu zakochanych.

  • 5/5 Frank L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worthwhile. (Original) Lohnenswert.

  • 5/5 Ryan Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Not stunning but very interesting. (Original) Nicht umwerfend aber sehr interessant.

  • 5/5 Marie Sophie O. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful stones a beautiful interactive tour with a nice weather (Original) De belles pierres une belle visite interactive avec un beau temps

  • 4/5 Isa T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place full of history ... moving Mass on Sunday morning (Original) Bel endroit remplis d histoire...messe émouvante le dimanche matin

  • 4/5 Illa L. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful Cathedral overlooking the old town.

  • 5/5 Wouter S. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely fabulous. Superb guiding tools like interactive tablets, headphones etc.

  • 5/5 李善雲 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful church.

  • 5/5 Najib M. 4 years ago on Google
    It’s a beautiful cathedral. Looking down, you can see the square and the surrounding area.

  • 5/5 Sylvio H. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church near the Palais des Papes.

  • 4/5 Becca F. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful cathedral. Good views of the square from the stairs.

  • 5/5 Rita K. 1 year ago on Google
    Just next to Palais des Papes. The golden sculpture is the famous of it.

  • 5/5 Javier M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful building!

  • 4/5 Mattias K. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice building.

  • 5/5 Jozef W. 1 year ago on Google
    Neat church, not overly ornate but worth the quick stop.

  • 4/5 Eddie H. 3 years ago on Google
    Not very big, not amazing but still interesting.

  • 5/5 Yair Bar Z. 4 years ago on Google
    An important building - Avignon Cathedral, which is the Archbishop's seat. Built in the 12th century, the cathedral is dedicated to Miriam, and is listed as a historical monument in 1840. If you are interested in architecture, you will see that the cathedral is distinctly Romanesque in style with some Greek and Roman influences. On the top of the cathedral bell tower you can see the statue of the Virgin Mary, created in 1859. If you wish, you can also enter and be impressed by the many spectacular works of art inside the cathedral, including three statues of the Virgin Mary. There are also some interesting landmarks within the cathedral, including Pope John Twenty-second and the Marble Throne, which the Pope used in the 12th century. Admission is free. Opening Hours: Daily 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The hours may vary according to religious ceremonies. How long should you visit? About half an hour.

  • 4/5 Yehuda M. 4 years ago on Google
    Well done tour, but not much to see if you aren't very interested in papal history.

  • 5/5 Nila S. 6 years ago on Google
    This place are next to palais de papes avignon, very big and last time i come the nuns was praying with beautiful singing becaiuse the arcithecture of this building are very good. From outside there is a statue who will receipt the last light from the sun.

  • 5/5 joby a. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere

  • 4/5 Ronald B. 4 years ago on Google
    The small chapel with the grave of Benedict XII is what you should see. The cathedral itself is modest.

  • 5/5 Nancy F. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Romanesque cathedral with diligent warden who ensures you don't go anyplace offimits.

  • 5/5 Trouble. T. 6 years ago on Google
    Sacred place 🤞😇

  • 5/5 孟佳佳 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful ancient building. Especially the sculpture of Jesus in front of the church is very memorable. The scenery on the platform is quite good, and it feels calm here. The staff in the church are very nice and they speak so softly. This is a must-visit place in Avignon. Thank God! (Original) 非常美丽的古建筑。尤其是教堂前面的耶稣雕塑,让人非常难忘。平台的风景相当好,这里让人感到平静。教堂里面的工作人员特别nice,说话都好温柔。这是来阿维尼翁必来的地方。赞美主!

  • 5/5 Jorge 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful cathedral next to the Papal Palace. (Original) Preciosa catedral al lado del Palacio Papal.

  • 4/5 Roberto Soriano D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cathedral is another of the buildings in the Avignon monumental complex. It has several elements to highlight. It is another essential place to visit but they close soon. (Original) La catedral otro de los edificios del conjunto monumental de Aviñon. Tiene varios elementos a destacar. Es otro lugar imprescindible a visitar pero cierran pronto.

  • 5/5 Luka M. 3 years ago on Google
    The beauty that most be visited if you are in Avignon.

  • 5/5 Xavi 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must visit, it is very well maintained in a perfect place (Original) Visita obligada, está molt cuidada en un lloc perfecte

  • 5/5 Johnny M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Majestic church. Sober but pleasant interior. I stayed there for half an hour. (Original) Majestueuse église. Intérieur sobre mais agréable. J'y suis resté une demie-heure.

  • 5/5 Olivier S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful, full of fervor and magnificently restored. (Original) De toute beauté, empreint de ferveur et magnifiquement restaurée.

  • 5/5 Nadia 9. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Picturesque (Original) Pittoresque

  • 5/5 Thomas T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Notre-Dame des Doms d'Avignon has an imposing appearance from the outside. Inside, a surprisingly discreet but beautiful church awaits the visitor. The vaulted ceilings are kept in plain white, although the entrance area suggests that the church used to be completely painted. Subtle music in the background creates a special atmosphere in the building. (Original) Notre-Dame des Doms d' Avignon hat von außen eine imponierende Erscheinung. Im Inneren erwartet den Besucher ein überraschend dezentes, aber schönes Gotteshaus. Die Deckengewölbe sind in schlichtem weiß gehalten, obgleich der Eingangsbereich vermuten lässt, dass die Kirche früher komplett bemalt war. Dezente Musik im Hintergrund sorgt im Gebäude für eine besondere Atmosphäre.

  • 4/5 Jeremy R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful building. Really interesting. (Original) Bel édifice. Vraiment intéressant.

  • 5/5 Provençal L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Both the interior and exterior of the cathedral are magnificent. We see that the building is regularly restored and maintained. We also note that the crowds brought by the Palace of the Popes are beneficial for this kind of Monument. If it could be like that for all the churches ... Explanatory panels inside, well decorated, possibility to take beautiful photos (Original) L'intérieur comme l'extérieur de la cathédrale est magnifique. On voit que l'édifice est régulièrement restauré et entretenu. On constate également que l'affluence qu'apporte le palais des papes est bénéfique pour ce genre de Monument . Si cela pouvait être comme ça pour toutes les églises... Panneaux explicatifs à l'intérieur , bien ornée, possibilité de faire de belles photos

  • 5/5 Aurore B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful church with the sanitary conditions respected, as well as the general respect for tourists in this place (kind of silence for prayer, photo taking ...) (Original) Très belle église avec les conditions sanitaires respecter, ainsi que le respect général des touristes dans ce lieu ( espèce de silence pour la prière, la prise de photo...)

  • 5/5 Gabriel D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charming little church (Original) Charmante petite église

  • 4/5 alain C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Site to visit, magnificent. (Original) Site à visiter, magnifique.

  • 5/5 Candido Q. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful cathedral! (Original) Bonita catedral!

  • 4/5 Armand G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice cathedral to visit (Original) Jolie cathédrale à visiter

  • 1/5 Antonio F. 3 years ago on Google
    The church employee is very rude. He asked women with shorts (it was 35 degrees out) to leave, he asked people to remove hats impolitely and shooshed people who were speaking normally (not loudly) all in the span of the 5 minutes of my visit. He should be replaced, he is clearly way past retirement age...

  • 5/5 Anthony S. 6 years ago on Google
    Very well kept church next to the Palais de Papes

  • 5/5 green C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Praise (Original) 好评

  • 5/5 Silvia Del R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Precious (Original) Preciosa

  • 5/5 Vatroslav P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excellente


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