Joseph Vernet Street

Rue Joseph-Vernet, a historic street of Avignon

Rue Joseph-Vernet is one of the historic streets of Avignon, lined with fine private mansions. The Avignon audio-guided tour takes it to evoke this elegant street, laid out on the site of the former lists of the ramparts.

A street born of the former lists

Rue Joseph-Vernet, which bears the name of the famous painter native of Avignon, is located on the site of the former lists of the ramparts, those spaces that ran along the fortifications. Become an elegant street lined with private mansions, it testifies to the refinement of the city in past centuries. It is one of the most prized arteries of the historic centre.

What to see

You admire the fine private mansions, the old façades and the shops that line this elegant street. Rue Joseph-Vernet illustrates the refinement of old Avignon. It is a stop for lovers of architecture and fine residences, during a walk in the historic centre.

Practical information

Rue Joseph-Vernet lies in the heart of the historic centre of Avignon, reachable on foot. It is a freely accessible public street on the level; the private mansions are mostly private and can be admired from the street, while the shops have their own hours. It is easily explored on foot.

Where does the name of Rue Joseph-Vernet come from?

From the painter Joseph Vernet, native of Avignon; the street is located on the site of the former lists of the ramparts.

Where is Rue Joseph-Vernet?

In the heart of the historic centre of Avignon, lined with private mansions.