Camargue (Pont de Gau Ornithological Park)
Parc ornithologique du Pont de Gau
Expansive wetlands and salt marshes in the Rhône River delta. Flamingos, white horses, and black bulls are the three symbols of the Camargue.
The Camargue is one of the largest estuarine delta wetlands in Western Europe, and much of it is a regional nature park. Most visitors head to the Pont de Gau Ornithological Park. Its roughly 7 km of trails cross marshes and lagoons, offering close-up views of large flocks of greater flamingos, egrets, and other waterbirds. Admission costs about €9–10 and the park is open year-round. You can also ride Camargue white horses at nearby ranches, or drive past the salt pans and rice fields. It's about 75 km from Avignon, and Arles is the gateway to the Camargue.
Opening hours
About 09:00 until sunset
Nearby sights
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
- Arles
- Arena of Nîmes
- Maison Carrée
- Château de Tarascon
- Les Baux-de-Provence
- Pont du Gard
- Glanum