chartreuse de villeneuve lez avignon

693melissaf

A beautiful monastery . Worth a visit. We enjoyed the vistas of the region from this hilltop monastery.

Sprogg2

This is a lovely way to kill a couple of hours. Really lovely building, very atmospheric. You could almost feel the monks of old walking through the rooms. Worthwhile.

skerrioz

Not much to report, but interesting insight into life in earlier times. Appeared to be run on the basis of indifference to potential visitors. Never mind it was interesting.

zanzoon

-lots of panels explaining the history of the place and the daily practices of the monks living in the chartreuse- well maintained area- the memory of the christian character of the place is respected- has a gorgeous restaurant "jardin d'été" at the end of the visit with outside seatings in the middle of the trees and garden. with beautiful menu too and excellent service. - same entrance fees as everywhere (around 5 euros/pax)

tuturiwhata

This is a great insight into the history of a monastery (although it helps a lot if you can read French), the site is quite large and you can spend quite a bit of time wandering around it. Particularly nice are the enclosed gardens where you can sit and relax (don't miss the scented garden, tucked away at the far end).

Harry95

Its obviously in progress of getting rooms and information ready, buts it a nice wander around the buildings and interesting to look at.

Venamo

I am still trying to understand who was doing what to whom during the period of the Avignon Papacy but they certain did it in style. Well worth an a little time enjoying.

Oz_eco_wanderer

Interesting site with great explanations in multiple languages - unusual in France. Gives life to a past era and the site is v well maintained. Would be tough if unsure on feet or in wheelchair.

Pocent

We came upon this attraction by chance and ended up strolling through the site for a few hours and having a nice lunch. Like many places this site has history abound and given it was quite (not many people when we there in fact almost no one) allowed us a visit that lacked the normal maddening crowds issue that many attractions have. For history and architecture worth a visit.We had visited Abbey close by first and admission to this site came with those tickets.

Goannas

We really enjoyed this interesting tour which fortunately had an excellent audio guide in many different languages (our group used them in French, English and Polish) to interpret and explain the displays. A very peaceful place and well worth a visit.

gingkoleaf

Enjoyed the calm, the little gardens, and especially the "prisoners" rooms. Villeneuve is a lovely "suburb" of Avignon with many lovely old houses and quaint streets, and quite walkable from Avignon. The combined entrance fee with Fort St Andre is a good deal.

Forever_Fifty

The Chartreuse is very sprawling with interesting nooks and crannies. There are a few restored rooms of monks that made us imagine what life would be like. You also had to wonder where the junior monks stayed.It was a welcome change from seeing ruined castles and over top palaces.

GeorgeO1

It's beginnings date back to Pope Innocent VI around 1352. There is a nice walking circuit outlined which allows one to explore and soak up the history. (Lots of reading if you opt for reading boards placed here and there). Some has been very nicely restored and there are beautiful frescoes also being restored. There is also a Cafe/Restaurant on the premises for eats or refreshment. An interesting place to reflect on a time gone by.

TravelhopefulSue

The monastery with its cloisters and beautiful frescos in the chapel, is a fascinating place to visit. The gardens were peaceful and well-tended, with free entry the day we were there, as part of an open garden scheme across Provence. Even without much literature about the history of the place, the atmosphere of the past was strong. There is a restaurant within the walls, that served a delicious lunch, which made our day.

RobT005

Spend a day exploring Villeneuve les Avignon, you will enjoy the ambiance. This old monastery is a peaceful reflection on a time gone by.