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Pont Saint Benezet

Rhone River, 84000 Avignon, France
0490275000
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Ranked #6 of 32 attractions in Avignon
Type: Bridges, Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: This emblematic site in the history of Avignon is known throughout the world in the famous song. Built in the 12th century, it was destroyed several... more » Owner description: This emblematic site in the history of Avignon is known throughout the world in the famous song. Built in the 12th century, it was destroyed several times by spates on the Rhone River, before being rebuilt and finally abandoned in the 17th century. « less
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Chorley, United Kingdom
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51 reviews 51 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
109 helpful votes 109 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

A very well maintained ruin, with lots of visitors. Access was made easier for the disabled by way of a lift up to the bridge - available if you ask for a key to operate the lift. Down below in the entrance area there are helpful tables and chairs where you can eat and drink whatever you have brought with... More

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Brossard
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

I just loved to listen to the audio guide, and feel you're part of the history of the cute song "Sur le pont d' Avignon"

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Zurich, Switzerland
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW via mobile

This bridge is the reason why we know Avignon since we were kids and also the reason why we went to this nice city decades later. The bridge is really interesting and an absolut must whenever you're in the Provence.

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Bulverde, Texas
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130 attraction reviews
Reviews in 76 cities Reviews in 76 cities
410 helpful votes 410 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

This interesting bridge built from 1177 through 1185 is enchanting. Take the time to really soak in its beauty and if so inclined....walk out on the ancient structure. Only four of the original twenty two arches remain, most having been destroyed in a great flood in 1669.

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Boston
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30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

The story of the bridge's building, use, repair, partial destruction and now the creation of a high-tech visualization is well told in the audio guide and film and exhibits. It's surprisingly interesting, and being able to walk out to the middle of this section of the Rhone and look back at the city is terrific.

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Minnesota
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9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I first learned the song in sixth grade, never expecting to get to go to Avignon and stand on the bridge. It was a thrill! Although you can view the bridge from the riverbank, it is just not the same experience as standing on it. The Rhone and the history explanations only made it more fun. Glad I did this... More

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Thunder Bay, Canada
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9 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013 via mobile

My kids were set on visiting the bridge. The site is reasonable and nicely laid out, but there are better visits across the Rhone, and from the island. The positive is the additional history with explanations of the bridge, and the site and building which is passed over elsewhere. You might skip this and enjoy the view from the tour... More

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Guildford, United Kingdom
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

It is what it is, the famous Pont D'Avignon. 4 Euros to walk on it, so they should be able to afford to finish it soon!

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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109 attraction reviews
Reviews in 61 cities Reviews in 61 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We did the bridge experience as a combined ticket with the Popes Palace. With the benefit of hindsight I would not have done the bridge as I do not feel it presents good value for either time or money. It effective costs 3 Euro if you do a combined ticket but it is more than double that if you do... More

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Lyon, France
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27 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Not much to see really, in terms of view on the bridge. More like, it's a bridge with a interesting history and I've been on it. It's must more magnificent when you're not on it per se. I had crappy weather, maybe with the sun in full view, it would be very different. Don't attempt to go with a baby... More

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