Avignon

The river cable ferry

The tourist service at Avignon :

Free shuttle across the Rhone river from the foot of Avignon bridge to the tow path on Barthelasse Island. Take the boat across the water where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Pont d'Avignon, the city walls, the Palais des Papes as well as numerous walks and bike rides.
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If you’re interested in exploring Barthelasse Island, Europe’s largest river island, you can take your bicycle on board with you. From 16th February to 31st March: Wednesdays 2 - 5.15 pm, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 10 - 11.45 am and 2 - 5.15 pm.  From 1st April to 30th June, (except 1st May): every day 10 am - 12.15 pm / 2 - 6.15 pm.  From 1st July to 31st August: every day 11 am - 8.45 pm From 1st to 30th September: every day 10 am - 12.15 pm / 2 - 6.15 pm  From 1st October to 31st December (closed on Christmas Day): Wednesday 2 -5.15 pm – Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 10 - 11.45 am and 2 - 5.15 pm. Closed 1st January to 15th February.

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Services

  • Pets welcome

Dates and times

From 01/04 to 30/06/2024, daily.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st.

From 01/07 to 31/08/2024, daily.

From 01/09 to 30/09/2024, daily.

From 01/10 to 31/12/2024, daily.
Closed exceptionally on December 25th.

Prices

Free

Spoken languages

  • French

Contact

The river cable ferry
Pont d'Avignon
84000 Avignon
Mobile : Show number 07 60 71 82 15
E-Mail : capitainerie@bateauxdeprovence.fr
Website : http://www.bateauxdeprovence.fr

coordinates

Longitude : 4.807757
Latitude : 43.95392