Avignon
Water wheels of Teinturiers
Tourist service in Avignon :
The Rue des Teinturiers has been ranked since 1932, in the category 'natural monuments, sites of artistic, historical, scientific, legendary or picturesque character'.
In 1817, there were 23 water wheels churning here to provide power to the printed fabric industry. Silk was made here and leather was tanned.
Today, there remain 4 wheels which continue to churn along the river.
Today, there remain 4 wheels which continue to churn along the river.
Services
- Shop
- Restaurant
Dates and times
All year round, daily.
Languages spoken
- French
Prices
Free of charge.
Contact
Water wheels of TeinturiersRue des Teinturiers
84000 Avignon