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Montmajour Abbey

Arles, France

History

A fortified Benedictine abbey on a rocky hill north of Arles, often drawn by Van Gogh. The tower gives a wide view over the old marshes; it is rarely crowded.

Nearest town
Arles, France
Category
History & culture
GPS
43.7055, 4.6630

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Camping HuttopiaCampsite
    5 km from Montmajour Abbey
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Les ManadesCampsite
    7 km from Montmajour Abbey
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Le TartarinCampsite
    11 km from Montmajour Abbey
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Camping municipal des RomarinsCampsite
    12 km from Montmajour Abbey
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Aire de BellegardeMotorhome stopover
    12 km from Montmajour Abbey · 6 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • Camping Lou VincenCampsite
    17 km from Montmajour Abbey · 79 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal

All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Montmajour Abbey?

Montmajour Abbey is in Arles, France, at GPS 43.7055, 4.6630. It is about 4 km from Fontvieille.

Can you camp near Montmajour Abbey?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping City, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 34 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Montmajour Abbey?

Montmajour Abbey is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Alpilles and Montagne Sainte-Victoire.

What is there to see near Montmajour Abbey?

Places worth a stop nearby: Les Baux-de-Provence (11 km), Glanum (16 km), Camargue wetlands (27 km) and Arènes de Nîmes (28 km).

When is the best time to visit Montmajour Abbey?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)