The Brutal Truth About Avignon France (NOT what I expected)

Explore living in Avignon, France — a historic city in Provence and a strategic base in the south of France. If you are relocating to France or seeking the best cities to live in France outside of Paris, Avignon offers a unique blend of culture, Mediterranean charm, & surprising affordability.

0:00 Intro
0:36 Distances
2:20 Weather & Mistrals
2:59 Groceries
4:07 Public transit, walking & bikes
4:57 Healthcare for expats in France
5:50 Parks
7:31 Gyms
8:28 Safety in Avignon
8:59 The Palais des Papes & Avignon’s religious history
9:52 Expat & social scene
10:59 Retiring in Avignon
11:16 Thoughts from locals
12:07 Pont D’Avignon
13:00 Find your city!
14:21 Next week

Ideal for American expats in France, those retiring in France, or anyone dreaming of life in France, this Avignon France guide shares the honest pros, cons, and gritty truth of the city. From iconic sights to nearby Luberon villages, discover if Avignon is the perfect fit for your new French life.

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Fontaine-de-Vaucluse

https://avignon-tourisme.com/offres/le-jardin-du-rocher-des-doms-avignon-fr-4144012/
https://www.avignon-et-provence.com/en/parks-and-gardens/colline-mourgues-villeneuve-avignon
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https://avignon-tourisme.com/en/avignon-with-1000-faces/natural-city/barthelasse-island/
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https://velo-grandavignon.fr/fr/

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https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1022923395/skatepark-avignon/

Palais des Papes – Avignon Tourisme

https://www.diocese-avignon.fr/paroisse/metropole-notre-dame-des-doms/
https://avignon-tourisme.com/offres/basilique-saint-pierre-avignon-fr-4143735/
https://www.facebook.com/mosqueerahmaavignon
https://www.aci-avignon.com/vie-cultuelle/synagogue/

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https://www.meetup.com/find/?location=fr–Avignon&source=EVENTS
https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/avignondoyen/index.php
https://rotary-d1760.com/avignon-avenir/accueil
https://www.facebook.com/soroptimistavignon/
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Pont Saint-Bénezet – Avignon

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