Map of Bédarrides

Length of visit to Bédarrides

Half a day is enough to see the main sights of Bédarrides. The village can be visited at a leisurely pace in two to three hours. You can start with the Saint-Laurent church, then stroll to the bridge over the Ouvèze.

If you enjoy walking, allow a full day. The riverbanks offer beautiful walking routes. The municipality even organizes boat trips in the summer.

The village has local shops in the center. You can have lunch there before continuing your visit. The surrounding area is also worth exploring, particularly Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 6 kilometers away.

In high season, allow extra time for parking. Parking lots fill up quickly in summer. It is best to arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon.

Download a map of Bédarrides in PDF format

Would you like a map of Bédarrides to take with you? You can download one directly from this page. Click on the “Download map” button located below our interactive map at the top of the page.

The PDF map includes all the village's points of interest. You will find monuments, parking lots, and main streets. The document can be easily printed in A4 format.

This tourist map works without an internet connection. Handy when you're walking around the village. It also shows the distances between different points.

Feel free to zoom in on the areas you are interested in before printing. Downloading is free and immediate.

The Bédarrides Tourist Office

Bédarrides is part of the Les Sorgues du Comtat Community of Communes. The inter-communal tourist office is located in Monteux, at 80 rue Aimé Dupré. You can contact them on +33 (0)4 90 61 15 91.

For information specifically about Bédarrides, contact the town hall. It is located on Grande rue Charles de Gaulle. The municipal staff can advise you on places to visit and local events.

The town hall is open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The phone number is +33 (0)4 90 33 01 48. You can also plan your visit on the town's website.

The Châteauneuf-du-Pape tourist office is also nearby. It is only 6 kilometers from the village.

Parking in Bédarrides

Parking can be difficult during the high season. In summer, spaces are scarce in the center. Fortunately, there are several parking lots available.

The quai de l'Ouvèze car park is one of the most convenient. It is located near the Roman bridge and the riverbanks. The Cours Bouquimard car park also offers good parking spaces.

All these car parks are shown on our map at the top of the page. You can locate them before you arrive. They are free and accessible all year round.

During quiet periods, you will easily find parking in the streets of the center. Just avoid market days, when parking becomes very difficult.

For motorhomes, there is a parking area on Chemin des Sences. It has four spaces. Parking is free, but the service terminal is currently out of order.

Must-see places in Bédarrides

The Saint-Laurent church dominates the center of the village. Listed as a Historic Monument, it dates from the 17th century. It was in this church that the annexation of the Comtat Venaissin to France was signed in 1791.

You can admire paintings by Nicolas Mignard and Joseph Aubanel. The Henri II chapel is also worth a visit. The church portal is particularly elaborate.

The Roman bridge over the Ouvèze is another iconic site. Rebuilt in the 17th century after a flood, it bears a stone cross from Pernes. The view from the bridge over the riverbanks is very pleasant.

The old city gates bear witness to the medieval past. The Sainte Croix gate, on Place du 4 Septembre, marks the entrance to the Grand Rue. It is surrounded by two centuries-old plane trees.

The Pousterlon and Comtat Venaissin gates complete this heritage. They once connected the old town center to the Ouvèze riverbank. There is also a covered fountain in the village.

The banks of the seven rivers offer beautiful walks. Picnic areas and a fitness trail have been created. Nature remains very present in Bédarrides despite its proximity to towns.

How to get to Bédarrides

Bédarrides is very accessible by car. The A7 motorway crosses the town from north to south. Take the Avignon Nord or Orange Sud exit depending on where you are coming from.

The village is located about 12 kilometers from Avignon. Allow 15 minutes for the journey. Orange and Carpentras are also 15-20 minutes away by car.

Several departmental roads serve the village. The D192 leads to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The D907 connects to Sorgues in the south. The D52 goes to Sarrians in the northeast.

By train, the Bédarrides station is located on Avenue de la Gare. It is served by the TER PACA on the Marseille-Lyon line. Trains connect Avignon-Centre to Lyon-Perrache or Lyon-Part-Dieu.

The station has ticket machines. There is no ticket office on site. Parking is difficult around the station.

By bus, the TransVaucluse 2.1 line serves the village. It connects Avignon to Orange. You can buy your tickets at the Maison de la Presse, 7 Avenue de la Gare.

The best accommodation in Bédarrides

La Bastide offers quality guest rooms in a tastefully restored building. The establishment has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a pleasant terrace. Breakfasts are generous, with a variety of fresh produce, all served in a calm and refined setting.

Le Mas de l'Isle offers accommodation with a view of the swimming pool. Each room has a private bathroom with shower and air conditioning. The Provençal farmhouse has a garden and free Wi-Fi, ideal for a family stay.

Several vacation homes with private pools are available in the village. They offer more independence for families or groups of friends, with private gardens and full amenities such as equipped kitchens and several spacious bedrooms.

Also worth reading to help you prepare for your visit to Bédarrides:

• guide to Bédarrides