Pont-Saint-Esprit, Medieval commune in Gard, France
Description
Pont-Saint-Esprit sits along the Rhône River in the Gard department, roughly 25 miles (40 kilometers) north of Avignon. The old quarter lies between the riverbank and the hills to the east, with narrow lanes and buildings built from ochre stone.
History
The stone bridge across the Rhône was started in 1265 under Jehan de Thianges and took 44 years to finish. The town adopted its current name after the bridge was completed in 1309, honoring the Holy Spirit brotherhood that supported the work.
Culture
The Maison des Chevaliers houses the Musée d'Art Sacré, which displays religious artifacts, precious metalwork, relics, and Cretois icons from medieval times.
Practical
Local markets sell regional products such as Côtes du Rhône wines, fresh produce, and handmade goods throughout the week. Most shops close for a few hours around midday, especially during warm summer months.
Did you know?
Michel Bouvier, a carpenter from here, left for America in the 18th century. His descendants include Jacqueline Kennedy, who became First Lady of the United States several generations later.
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Pont du Saint-Esprit
454 m
Église Saint-Saturnin de Pont-Saint-Esprit
227 m
Lavoir de Pont-Saint-Esprit
354 m
Église Saint-Pierre de Pont-Saint-Esprit
228 m
Château des Barrenques
3.8 km
Paul-Raymond Museum
234 m
Maison du Roi
288 m
Roubin
254 mPorte de Pont-Saint-Esprit
2.5 km
Plage du Pont Cassé
3.6 km
Chapelle des Pénitents de Pont-Saint-Esprit
177 m
Chapelle des Minimes de Pont-Saint-Esprit
61 m
Maison des chevaliers de Pont-Saint-Esprit
246 m
Hôtel-Dieu de Pont-Saint-Esprit
272 m
Maison, 7 place du Couvent
78 m
Mansion 10 Haut-Mazeau street
200 m
Église Saint-Alexandre de Saint-Alexandre
3.8 km
Temple protestant de Pont-Saint-Esprit
246 m
Église de Notre Dame de la Blache
3 kmMaison, 29bis place du Plan
228 mEscalier monumental des quais du Rhône
253 mMaison, 33 rue des Trois-Journées
202 m
Citadelle de Pont-Saint-Esprit
309 mMaison, 5 rue Jules-Ferry
177 mOrgue de tribune de l'église Saint-Saturnin de Pont-Saint-Esprit
227 m
Lisleroy
241 mScenic viewpoint
360 mL'As de Cœur
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