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The convent of Saint-Véran, located in Avignon in the department of Vaucluse (region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur), dates from the 14th century. This historic monument is distinguished by its chapel, classified by ministerial decree on 24 June 1977 under the cadastral reference DP 293. Today owned by a private company, its official address (7 or 20 Route de Morières) reflects an approximate location, rated 6/10 for its accuracy in heritage bases.

The construction of the convent is part of the religious and urban context of Avignon in the Middle Ages, a period marked by the influence of the papacy and the development of convent buildings. These places played a central role in the spiritual, social and economic life of the city, often hosting monacal communities or begging orders. Although the available sources (Monumentum, Merimée base) do not specify its founding order or its original uses, its classification attests to its heritage importance.

Current data indicate a possible opening to the public for visits, room rentals or guest rooms, without official confirmation. The associated photo, licensed Creative Commons (credit: Marianne Casamance), illustrates its contemporary state, while GPS coordinates and cadastral address allow an approximate location in the northern sector of Avignon, near Morières-lès-Avignon.

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