Palace · UNESCO
Palais des Papes
Avignon, France
Gothic palace and fortress of the 14th-century popes.
Festival or event · France · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Festival d'Avignon
Major theatre festival that takes over the city every July.
about 4 h
For storytellers
Why Festival d'Avignon matters
Every July Avignon becomes a giant stage, with plays in the Palais des Papes courtyard and hundreds of fringe shows in the streets. It's one of the biggest performing-arts festivals in the world. Book popular shows early, and wander the streets in the afternoon for free fringe performances and street theatre.
Talking points
- It takes place each July.
- Hundreds of fringe shows run alongside.
- The main stage is in the palace courtyard.
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Good to know: Book accommodation well in advance for July.
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