VilleneuvelèsAvignon

VilleneuvelèsAvignon is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France. It is located on the west bank of the Rhône River, directly across from the city of Avignon. Historically, the town developed as a strategic outpost and a place of residence for the Popes during their Avignon Papacy in the 14th century.

The most prominent landmark in VilleneuvelèsAvignon is the Fort Saint-André, a medieval fortress with impressive ramparts and gardens offering panoramic views of Avignon and the surrounding countryside. Nearby is the Chartreuse du Val de Bénédiction, a former Carthusian monastery which was one of the largest in the Christian world. It served as a significant religious and cultural center for centuries.

The commune retains a charming Provençal atmosphere with narrow streets, stone buildings, and local markets. Agriculture, particularly viticulture, remains important to the local economy. Its proximity to Avignon makes it a popular residential area and a destination for tourists seeking historical sites and a more tranquil setting than the bustling city center of Avignon. The Pont d'Avignon, the famous bridge that ends in the Rhône, is accessible from VilleneuvelèsAvignon.