Camargue wetlands
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France
Lagoons with pink flamingos, white horses and black bulls in the Rhône delta. Bring binoculars and repellent.
With more than 930 km², the Camargue is one of Western Europe's largest river deltas, lying south of Arles between the Grand Rhône and the Petit Rhône. Greater flamingos live in its lagoons and salt ponds; white Camargue horses, ridden by the gardians, and Camargue cattle graze in the marshes. The regional nature park has existed since 1970, and the area is a resting place for more than 300 bird species. The highest ground lies only 4.5 m above sea level.
For birdwatching, the Ornithological Park near Pont de Gau offers observation towers and nature trails. You can visit manades (horse and bull ranches) or go riding on the trails. On 24 and 25 May, the Gitans' pilgrimage takes place in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Binoculars are worthwhile, and you should allow at least half a day. From Saintes-Maries, a 12 km sea dyke leads to the Gacholle lighthouse (about 3 hours there and back; avoid it in strong wind).
- Nearest town
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 43.5000, 4.4800
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
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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Campsites nearby
- La Brise de CamargueCampsite6 km from Camargue wetlandsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Camping du Clos-PeyronCampsite6 km from Camargue wetlandsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Le Clos du RhôneCampsite9 km from Camargue wetlandsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Les Bois FlottésCampsite23 km from Camargue wetlands · 98 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping CityCampsite23 km from Camargue wetlandsTentsCaravansShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Les ManadesCampsite25 km from Camargue wetlandsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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FAQs
Where is Camargue wetlands?
Camargue wetlands is in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France, at GPS 43.5000, 4.4800. It is about 23 km from Salin-de-Giraud.
Can you camp near Camargue wetlands?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is La Brise de Camargue, about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Camargue wetlands?
Camargue wetlands is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Camargue and Roman Provence.
What is there to see near Camargue wetlands?
Places worth a stop nearby: Montmajour Abbey (27 km), Les Baux-de-Provence (37 km), Arènes de Nîmes (38 km) and Glanum (42 km).
When is the best time to visit Camargue wetlands?
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)