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The Pont de Gau Ornithological Park
Want to be closer to nature ? Want to photograph bird species in their natural habitat? Looking for a unique experience? Discover the Pont de Gau Ornithological Park.
With its more than 60 hectares devoted to birdsand nature, you can't help but feel cut off from the world.
During your walk at Pont de Gau, you will have the chance to observe: pink flamingo, whiskered flamingo, glossy ibis, white stork, crab-eating heron, kingfisher and many others.
The herds, typical Camargue experiences
For an experience just as unique, typicaland picturesque, go to a manade, in particular at the Manade des Baumelles. A dive into the heart of the authentic Camargue awaits you.
You can participate in bull sorting, accompanied by a herdsman, or quite simply, enjoy a meal composed exclusively of Camargue specialties.
Museums, history of Camargue
To know everything about the Camargue, to learn more about its history and its preservation, we invite you to visit the Camargue museums.
Start with the Camargue Museum in Arles, which illustrates the link between nature and man in the Camargue, continue with the Maison du Riz, which will introduce you to Camargue rice growing, continue with the Museum of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, which will teach you more about the history of the town, and finish with the Maison du Camargue Horse.
Aigues-Mortes, salt marshes as far as the eye can see
Thirty kilometers separate you from Aigues-Mortes. Visit the town and discover its ramparts and its imposing towers. We also advise you to pass by the Constance Tower, the Place Saint-Louis, the Notre-Dame-des-Sablons Church, …
But the real must-see in Aigues-Mortes is a visit to its salt marshes. You will be captivated by the pink color of the ponds and the iodized smell that escapes from them.
Mediterranean beaches, feet in the water
Our hotel in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is located on the seafront. Crossing the road in front of our establishment, you will be on a fine sand beach, where you will enjoy swimming, sunbathing and building sandcastles with your family. On other beaches in the town, you can practice water activities such as paddle boarding or boating.
We also recommend that you take a trip to the seaside resorts: Grau-du-Roi and Port Camargue.
Arles, the largest city in France
The largest city in France by area is located a few kilometers from our seaside hotel in Stes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
When you visit Arles, you will be transported into the past with the many remains of the Roman era. During your stay in Arles, visit the Abbey of Montmajour, the Cloître Saint-Trophime, the Alyscamps, the Thermes de Constantin, the Cryptoportiques du Forum, the Théâtre Antique and the Amphitheater Romain.
Nîmes, a dive into the history of the region
In less than an hour's drive, you will be in the heart of Nîmes, also renowned for its remains from the Roman era and for its softness to live. We advise you to visit the Arenas of Nîmes, the Maison Carrée, the Musée de la Romanité, the Clock Tower, the Bois des Espeisses, the Castellum Aquae and the Halles de Nîmes.
A little further, don't miss the Pont-du-Gard, the famous Roman aqueduct, with exceptional preservation!
The Hôtel la Palunette, another address in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
We suggest another address for your stays in the Camargue, l'Hôtel aux Stes-Maries-de-la-Mer , the Hotel La Palunette!
This 3-star hotel offers you a multitude of little touches: tasty breakfast, gourmet basket, swimming pool, jacuzzi, massage sessions, 12 comfortable rooms, terminal charging for electric cars, and many others.
Live a 100% Camargue experience with the Hotel La Palunette!