Avignon

Set in the heart of sunny Provence, Avignon is an enchanting city steeped in papal history and Mediterranean warmth. Enclosed by remarkably intact 14th-century ramparts, the city centres around the colossal Palais des Papes, the largest Gothic palace ever built. Wander leafy plazas, admire iconic river bridges, and indulge in world-class regional wines right at the gateway to the French countryside.