Grand Avignon: what to do in and around Avignon in 2 days?
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Published on 12/11/24, modified on 10/8/25
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You probably know Avignon for its not-to-be-missed theater festival his City of the Popes and its famous bridge. But did you know that you can also discover the wonders of the Provencal heritage and make sublime nature walks and bike rides a stone's throw away?
Focus on the Communauté d'agglomération du Greater Avignon 16 communes in the Vaucluse and Gard regions (from Villeneuve lez Avignon and its sublime Saint-André abbey fort to Saint-Saturnin-lès-Avignon and its "Balade des Copines", via the natural beauty of Velleron and Roquemaure).
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Grand Avignon: what to do in and around Avignon in 2 days?
Discover Avignon and the surrounding area ? Here's our guide to a wonderful stay around Avignon!
Most trains arrive at Avignon TGV station located around 6 km from the city center. A direct TGV train from Paris takes an average of 2h35 to 3h, making it one of the fastest ways to reach Provence from the capital. Several operators operate on this line, including TGV INOUI and OUIGO with some twenty trains a day and staggered departures from morning to night.
Once in Avignon TGV station you can reach the historic center via a TER or shuttle to Avignon Centre station in just a few minutes.
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There's much more to Greater Avignon than the Palais des Papes, the famous Pont d'Avignon and the Festival. Around Avignon, this territory of 16 communes between Vaucluse and Gard offers a wealth of ideas for outings, from heritage to characterful villages, nature and the Provencal art of living. For an initial overview, take a look at our article What to do in and around Avignon which lists a number of nuggets that can easily be discovered by public transport from Avignon.
If you like to get moving, Greater Avignon is an excellent playground. From the GR42 footpaths to the panoramic views from Piécaud hill, from walks in the vineyards to circuits along the Rhône, there's no shortage of ways to explore the region in a different way. To inspire you, find our selection of the most beautiful hikes to discover around Avignon, bike tours around Avignon and micro-adventures for a nature weekend around Avignon, with ideas accessible without a car to mix sport, scenery and local discoveries!
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Visiting Greater Avignon also means sampling a generous terroir. Village markets, wineries, honey factories, organic farms, goat farms and fruit and vegetable producers are all great ways to discover authentic Provence, far from clichés. To extend the experience, here are a few good places to fill your basket with local produce and meet the people who bring the region to life:
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Greater Avignon will also appeal to those looking for more dynamic outdoor activities! Canoeing, rock-climbing, water-skiing, parachuting or nature outings: there's plenty to do between two cultural visits. If you want to add a dose of adrenalin or simply try out a new activity during your stay, check out our selection of sports activities to discover around Avignon:
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Villeneuve lez Avignon, Roquemaure, Velleron, Saint-Saturnin-lès-Avignon, Rochefort-du-Gard or Remoulins: each commune in Greater Avignon has its own atmosphere and treasures to reveal. Whether you come for a weekend or several days, you can easily put together a holiday combining heritage, walks, gastronomy and nature activities. In the end, the hardest part is choosing where to start!
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For low-cost travel to Avignon and easy exploration of the surrounding area by train, several good rail plans can be worth your while. There is no specific pass for Greater Avignon, but some national or regional cards can significantly reduce the cost of journeys by TGV and TER. Some interesting options to know before you book :
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This guide is produced in partnership with the tourism office:
