Check out these places to visit in the heart of Avignon, a city brimming with artisanal treasures
Le Nid
Shop, healthy restaurant and yoga space
The modern layout of Le Nid combines a shop, healthy restaurant and yoga space, in a light and airy location. Cindy, who runs the shop known as CQFD, certainly has an eye for choosing what looks good, as well as ensuring that all the shop’s products are made in France and ethically sourced. You’ll find ornaments, stationery, designer furniture, clothes, tableware, candles, soaps, etc.
Not to be missed
And if you’re feeling peckish, why not enjoy a healthy dish in their restaurant?
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7 rue Des Trois Faucons
84000 Avignon
CQFD – the shop : from Monday to Saturday, from 10.00am to 7.00pm
(shop online)
Le Nid : from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9.00am to 5.30pm
Studio du Nid : from Monday to Saturday
Two of the eleven local boutiques and ateliers which make up ‘Les Fabricateurs’
Numéro 35
No. 35 came about from a collective of local artists and artisans who had the ingenious idea of setting up a cooperative shop, that each manage in turn. They sell jewellery and clothes, but specialise in home decor. All the artists work with different materials – ceramics, wool, steel, wood or textiles, producing a beautifully eclectic array of items.
L’Élémentaire
In this boutique and gallery selling products made by local artisans, Anne shares a few of her favourites: tableware ceramics embellished with lace by Valérie Casado, poems written in wire, glass jewellery, delicately moulded nativity figurines, lampshades with eye-catching designs… There is certainly no shortage of unique products in this store.
Les Fabricateurs
This collection of artists and artisans known as ‘les Fabricateurs’, whose concept stores are dotted around Avignon, has brought the creativity and artistry of the city to the forefront of its appeal. From design to art textiles, fashion to pottery and furniture, they have spoiled the region with artisanal creations, in addition to hosting events to remind us that alongside big global brands, you can find gems right on your doorstep.
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35 et 46 rue des Fourbisseurs
84000 Avignon
Numéro 35 : Open from Wednesday to Saturday, from 10.00am to 7.00pm
(from Tuesday to Saturday on July)
L’Elémentaire : Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 11.00am to 7.00pm
Ora Active Wear
A year ago, Christelle and Céline set up a concept store aimed at women who want to stay active, exclusively selling eco-friendly and sustainably produced products.
Specially tailored to each sport, whether that’s yoga, running or cycling, their sportswear is made for performance, comfort and style. The store also carries a selection of sporting essentials for men.
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25 rue des Fourbisseurs
84000 Avignon
From Tuesday to Saturday, from 10.00am to 7.00pm
Shop online
Vox Populi
Stepping into Pascale Palun’s atelier showroom, located inside a 17th century townhouse, is like entering into a dreamy and mystical universe.
Pascale specialises in creating lights and decorative objects, meticulously crafting each unique piece, their imperfections making them all the more beautiful.
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35bis rue de la Bonneterie
84000 Avignon
From Tuesday to Saturday, from 11.00am to 7.00pm
Futur intérieur
Anne’s fascination with the modern Scandinavian furniture of the 1950s to the 70s is reflected in her boutique, wherein lies a collection of tables, chairs and desks as well as other items, all designed during this period.
Elegantly mixed in amongst these antique pieces is a selection of ornaments and accessories, made by craftsmen who work with recycled materials to produce inspired creations such as upcycled wine bottles, remelted Lalique glass ornaments and novelty napkin rings. The prices are reasonable and the ideas… ingenious.
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19 rue Petite Saunerie
84000 Avignon
From Tuesday to Saturday, from 10.30am to 1.00pm and from 3.00pm to 7.00pm
© D. Lorai, Christelle Dufour, Vox Populi Pascale Palun, Valérie Gillet