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Appeal
The appeal of travelling in Camargue varies greatly depending on the weather. This influences the landscape and the number of animals available for observation.
Mosquitoes
From May to June and from September to November, there are many mosquitoes. They do not pose any health risks but can be annoying. Be sure to protect yourself accordingly.
Binoculars
You can see animals without binoculars, but having a pair is definitely an advantage.
Up-to-Date Info
If you want the most up-to-date information, contact one of the tourist offices in the area.
📍 Arles
📍 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
📍 Salin de Giraud
📍 Port Saint-Louis
Pdf Maps
For an overview of the Camargue, check out the maps on the 2nd page of each of the Pdfs below.
WHAT TO SEE & DO
Overview Table
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4x4 Safari | ✦✦✦✦✦ | Safari | Tour | Paid € |
| 2 | Horse Riding | ✦✦✦✦✧ | Horse Riding | Tour | Paid € |
| 3 | Mas de Valériole Winery | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Tastings | Guided | Paid € |
| 4 | E-Bike Tour | ✦✦✦✧✧ | E-Bike Tour | Tour | Paid € |
| 5 | Kayak Tour | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Kayak Tour | Tour | Paid € |
| 6 | Pont de Gau | ✦✦✦✧✧ | Hiking Area + Wildlife | Self | Paid € |
| 7 | Vigueirat | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Hiking Area + Wildlife | Either | Paid € |
| 8 | Sea Dike | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Hiking‚ Biking Trail + Wildlife | Self | Free |
| 9 | ➡️ St. Maries-de-la-Mer | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Town | - | - |
| 10 | Beaches | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Beaches | Self | Free |
| 11 | Camargue Museum | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Museum - History | Self | Paid € |
| 12 | Cruise | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Cruise | Tour | Paid € |
| 13 | Bull Herding Show | ✦✦✧✧✧ | Bull Herding Show | Guided | Paid € |
| 14 | Pont de Rousty | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Hiking‚ Biking Trail + Wildlife | Self | Free |
| 15 | Domaine de la Palissade | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Hiking Area + Wildlife | Self | Paid € |
| 16 | Capelière | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Hiking Area + Wildlife | Self | Paid € |
| 17 | Paul Ricard Museum | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Museum - Paul Ricard | Self | Paid € |
| 18 | Tourist Trains | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Tourist Trains | Tour | Paid € |
| 19 | Avignon Castle | ✦✧✧✧✧ | Park & Castle | Either | Free |
1. 4x4 Safari
Appeal ✦✦✦✦✦
Type Safari
Visit Guided Tour
Cost Paid
Explore the vast wetlands and spot iconic wildlife like flamingos, wild horses, and bulls, with a local driver-guide. A safari tour offers a deep dive into Camargue’s unique ecosystem. Perfect for nature enthusiasts seeking an immersive experience.
2. Horse Riding
Appeal ✦✦✦✦✧
Type Horse Riding
Visit Guided Tour
Cost Paid
Ride the renowned white horses of Camargue through its scenic landscapes, with a local guide. A classic way to experience the region’s natural beauty and wildlife. Suitable for all levels, offering a blend of adventure and tranquility.
3. Mas de Valériole Winery
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Type Wine Tastings
Visit Guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Mas de Valériole
Discover the region’s wine heritage with tastings at local vineyards. Enjoy a selection of wines reflecting Camargue’s terroir, paired with insights from passionate winemakers.
4. E-Bike Tour
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Type E-Bike Tour
Visit Guided Tour
Cost Paid
Glide through Camargue’s diverse landscapes on an electric bike, with a local guide. These tours provide a relaxed way to explore remote areas and local wildlife. Ideal for those who want to cover more ground with ease.
5. Kayak Tour
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Type Kayak Tour
Visit Guided Tour
Cost Paid
Weave through Camargue’s tranquil waterways, with a local guide, surrounded by lush wetlands and wildlife. This tour offers a peaceful and close-up perspective of the region’s natural environment. Suitable for beginners and seasoned kayakers.
Provider
Manu Kayak
6. Pont de Gau Ornithological Park
Appeal ✦✦✦✧✧
Type Hiking Area + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Parc Ornithologique de Pont-de-Gau
Pont de Gau is a 60-hectare ornithological park with paths marked by thematic signs that wind through the marshes where hundreds of birds live freely. Depending on the season, you can discover various species found in the Camargue: flamingos, mallards, egrets, herons, ducks, and more.
⚙️ Hours (Official Website – Fr)
7. Vigueirat Marsh Nature Reserve
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Hiking Area + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided or Guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Réserve Naturelle des Marais du Vigueirat
The Viguerat Marshes are a 1,200-hectare nature reserve. The site includes well-maintained paths and wildlife observation points. Visits can be made independently or with a naturalist guide.
There is also the option to take a horse ride or a carriage ride.
8. Sea Dike
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Hiking, Biking Trail + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
French Name
Digue de la Mer
The Sea Dike was constructed in the 19th century as part of a series of efforts to control the waters of the Mediterranean, which have long posed a threat to the low-lying areas of the Camargue.
The path along the dike, which spans a total of 13km – 8mi, offers opportunities for hiking or biking, with chances for birdwatching.
The path is also known for its 📍Gacholle Lighthouse.
You can walk or bike it partially or in its entirety, and it can also be combined with a visit to the nearby 📍Beauduc Beach.
🥾 Visorando 1 (Fr)
Difficulty: Medium
🥾 Visorando 2 (Fr)
Difficulty: Medium
🥾/🚲 Visorando 3 (Fr)
Difficulty: 🥾Hard / 🚲Easy
9. St. Maries-de-la-Mer Town
Overall Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
St. Maries-de-la-Mer is a small seaside town known for its whitewashed buildings, vibrant local culture, and historic significance as a pilgrimage site. The town is the focal point for many of the region’s traditions and festivals, particularly those related to its Gypsy heritage.
➡️ 7 Things to Do in St. Maries-de-la-Mer
- Notre-Dame Church ✦✦✧✧✧
- Food Market ✦✦✧✧✧
- etc.
10. Beaches
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Beaches
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
Camargue’s beaches offer wide, sandy shores and a rugged, natural setting. Ideal for sunbathing, swimming, or a quiet walk along the coast.
11. Camargue Museum
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Local History Museum
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée de la Camargue
The Camargue Museum offers a deep dive into the history and culture of the region, with exhibits that showcase the unique blend of natural and human influences that have shaped the Camargue. The museum provides a comprehensive overview of the area’s development, from ancient times to the present day.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
12. Cruise
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Cruise
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise along the Rhone River, taking in the sights and sounds of Camargue’s waterways. The cruise offers a relaxed way to experience the region’s landscapes.
13. Bull Herding Show
Appeal ✦✦✧✧✧
Type Bull Herding Show
Visit Guided
Cost Paid
A bull herding show in the Camargue offers an authentic look at one of the region’s most traditional and iconic activities, where skilled cowboys demonstrate their ability to control and manage the black bulls that are central to Camargue culture.
14. Pont de Rousty
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Hiking, Biking Trail + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided
Cost Free
French Name
Mas du Pont de Rousty
Starting from the Camargue Museum, there is a trail that partially follows a rice field irrigation canal, leading to a birdwatching observation point.
🥾/🚲 Visorando (Fr)
Diffulty: 🥾Easy / 🚲Easy
15. Domaine de la Palissade Wildlife Refuge
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Hiking Area + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Domaine de la Palissade
This 700-hectare park offers several discovery trails focused on the local flora and fauna, including observatories dedicated to birdwatching.
Horseback riding is also available here.
Additionally, this is where the kayak tours mentioned earlier, at number 5 on this page, are organized.
16. Capelière
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Hiking Area + Wildlife
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Names
La Capelière
Maison de la Réserve et du Vaccarès
La Capelière is an information center featuring educational panels to help visitors better understand the Camargue.
It’s the starting point for trails with interpretive signs and observatories for birdwatching.
17. Paul Ricard Museum
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Biographical Museum
Visit Self-guided
Cost Paid
French Name
Musée Paul Ricard de Méjanes
This museum is dedicated to the life of the famous 20th-century French industrialist, Paul Ricard, who is particularly known for giving his name to the Pastis liqueur brand.
The museum is located on the Méjanes estate, which was owned by the industrialist.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
18. Tourist Trains
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Tourist Trains
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
There are 2 different tourist trains in the Camargue: one around the village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and the other on the Méjanes estate (same place where the Paul Ricard Museum mentionned above is located).
French Name
Petit train Camarguais
⚙️ Hours & Prices (Official Website – Fr)
French Name
Petit Train de Méjanes
19. Avignon Castle
Appeal ✦✧✧✧✧
Type Park & Castle
Visit Self-guided or Guided
Cost Free
French Name
Château d’Avignon
This castle dates back to the 18th century and was remodeled in the late 19th century by a Marseille merchant who turned it into a hunting lodge.
Entry to the park is free.
The château can only be visited on a free guided tour, which must be booked in advance by email.
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Exterior
🏞️ Google Images Overview – Interior
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