The capital of the Camargue, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is built around a fortified church overlooking the sea. All around, the Rhône delta offers unique landscapes of marshes, rice fields and lagoons, home to pink flamingos, white horses and black bulls.
From Le Moulin Bérénice: About 1 hour by car.
Don’t miss
- The fortified church and the view from its rooftop terrace.
- Pont de Gau Bird Park to see the flamingos up close.
- A horse ride through the marshes or along the beach.
- The manades (traditional ranches), to discover how Camargue bulls and horses are raised.
- The wild beaches east of the village.
Good to know
Spring and autumn are the best seasons for birdwatching. Bring mosquito repellent in summer.
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