Rochers de Doms - Avignon/France
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N 43° 57.116 E 004° 48.442
31T E 645022 N 4868121
The Rocher des Doms is a rocky outcrop on the left bank of the Rhone, who has served as protection for the creation and development of the city of Avignon. It was established as a public garden.
Waymark Code: WMKKJH
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Date Posted: 04/27/2014
Views: 18
The Rocher des Doms is a bouldered spur which that lies north of the Palais des Papes in Avignon. Climb to the top and enjoy the panoramic views of Provence from the lovely park on its summit. The botanical park was a large undertaking when it wat built in 1830; it masks a reservoir that once supplied all of Avignon with water.
From the top, you can see the stunning views of the Rhône, including the well-known Pont St Bénézet, the isles of Barthelasse and Piot surrounded by the river, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, and the Alpilles.
Name: Rocher des Doms
Street Location: Rocher des Doms
Local Municipality: Avignon
State/Province, etc.: Provence
Country: France
Web Site: [Web Link]
Memorial/Commemoration: no
Date Established: 1830
Picnic Facilities: Tables
Recreational Facilities: Not listed
Monuments/Statues: Not listed
Art (murals/sculpture, etc.): Not listed
Fountains: Not listed
Ponds/Lakes/Streams/Rivers/Beach: Not listed
Special Events: Not listed
Traditional Geocaches: Not listed
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