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Avignon and Châteauneuf du Pape

Avignon, Châteauneuf du Pape, Châteauneuf du Pape's cellars: 8h
GP Limousine guides you for one day to visit Avignon, the Pope City. You'll discover the Avignon bridge, Notre Dame des Doms and the clock place. End the trip with a visit of Chateauneuf du Pape.
Avignon
Avignon is the cultural jewel of Provence thanks to its history and art. Former Pope's center, Avignon managed to presrve its architecture. Once you walked under one of the 7 doors to the city center, you can visit the Pope's Palace of the XIVth century. Do not forget the famous Avignon bridge and the museums of the little Palace and the Roure Palace. You can stroll in the lanes to discover the Antic quarter and the Clock Place to join the Doms Rock.
Châteauneuf du Pape
Châteauneuf du Pape is a famous village for its Grands Crus. Located on a large hill in the Vaucluse region between Avignon and Orange. Its vineyards are over 3000ha and produce the famous wine of the Rhone Valley. Taste the nectar, wander in the vilage, visit the Fountain, the former bread oven or the olive mill. You can also visit the Saint Theodoric Chapel and its Roman architecture that shelters paintings exhibitions during summer season.
Châteauneuf du Pape's cellars
Jean XXII Pope decided to establish in Avignon the residence of the Popes and in Chateauneuf du Pape its resort. He asked the winemakers in Cahors to create a vineyard in Chateauneuf from old Templars lands. One of the most fabulous wine was born with no less than 13 different grapes and famous since 1929.
Christian Etienne Restaurant in Avignon

Near the old house of the Avignon Bailly, this restaurant proposes an exceptional quiet setting and Provencal meals made of mixed flavors and fresh ingredients. The Chef will kindly welcome you.

L’Essentiel Restaurant in Avignon

Near the Pope's Palace, l'Essentiel is a safe choice when it comes about service and menus. A simple but enjoyable setting for a good meal.

Suggestion for your day
Wine Museum in Châteauneuf du Pape

On Avignon road, this museum explains the history of the controlled designation of origin CHateauneuf du Pape, the methods and the grapes. A large collection of utensils is exhibited. A gold mine for the fans of this delicious wine.

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