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Market · France · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Les Halles d'Avignon
Covered market with a living plant wall.
Free to enter about 45 min
For storytellers
Why Les Halles d'Avignon matters
Les Halles d'Avignon is a covered market known for its green wall of plants. Stalls sell olives, cheeses and Provençal produce. It's a good place for lunch. Go in the morning for the best selection, and stay for lunch at one of the counters inside.
Talking points
- A plant wall covers one side.
- Stalls sell local produce.
- Chefs offer demonstrations on Saturdays.
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