Avignon
Departmental Archives
Tourist service in Avignon :
Written heritage, historical sources, administrative documents, trial minutes, notarial registers ... The department's "papers" are collected, listed, preserved and made available to the public.
This documentary and cultural historical centre is located in part of the Popes' Palace. It is home to 20 linearly kilometres of documents ranked in series. The oldest document dates back to 898. Access to the archives is open to all, free of charge. An ID card must be presented. This magnificent venue also displays temporary exhibitions. The Benedict XII Chapel can be visited during the Open-Door Heritage days.
Equipment
- Book shop
Dates and times
From 01/01 to 31/12/2024, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st, Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, May 8th, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.
Languages spoken
- French
Prices
Free of charge.
Contact
Departmental ArchivesPalais des papes - Place du Palais des Papes
84000 Avignon