FORT SAINT-ANDRÉ
Fortifications – Ramparts
2024
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2024
Fort that stands proudly on Mount Andaon as on a pedestal in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon
Fort Saint-André stands proudly on Mount Andaon like a pedestal. It was built by Philippe Le Bel from 1291 to assert the power of the Kingdom of France against the Empire and the Popes of Avignon and to protect the town and its abbey. It was occupied until the French Revolution. It can be reached by climbing up the fort and entering through a gate flanked by impressive twin towers. Crenellations, loopholes, watchtowers and machicolations give its two towers the appearance of an impregnable citadel. It is also used as a place for exhibitions.
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Le 1er dimanche du mois, il est possible d'effectuer gratuitement une visite guidée du château afin d'avoir un maximum d'informations et anecdotes sur ce lieu chargé d'histoire.
La Promenade le long des remparts est très agréable et la vue d'en haut surplombe Avignon et le Palais des Papes. C'est tout juste magnifique !