Located 50 miles from Mercuer, Avignon is a favorite stop on many people’s itineraries. Make your way here to access Palais des Papes and Place de l’Horloge, a couple of top attractions to highlight on your map. Get ready to start clocking up those miles, because Maison Carree and Nîmes Museum of Natural History and Prehistory are also a rewarding day trip. You’ll find these popular attractions in Nîmes, 55 miles away.