The best outdoor activities in Avignon

Avignon is the biggest city in the department of Vaucluse, located in southeastern France in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The famous "cité des papes" (Papal city) which managed to preserve its architectural legacy is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage.

Your holidays in Avignon will not be complete without visiting its rich historical heritage which do its inhabitants very proud. The Palais des Papes, the famous Pont Saint Bénezet (also known as Pont d'Avignon) and the remparts are among the monuments that can't be missed.

Bordered by the Rhône river and enjoying a warm mediterranean climate, the city offers several nautical activities. Share funny moments with your friends and family during a canoeing or stand up paddling excursion. You can also go hiking or biking on the Piot and La Barthelasse islands.

For more thrills, try out skateboarding in Avignon and its surroundings. With Old Skullz Skateboard, you will be able to choose between the skateparks of Sorgues, l'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Avignon, Monteux and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. They range from 300 m² to 600m² and they all have the necessary modules for you to discover the discipline or to get better at it.

Come dance on the Pont d'Avignon and practice numerous outdoor activities in this charming town of Provence!