Visit of the oldest french port in the Mediterranean (departure of the last two crusades of the Middle Ages). Located 6km from the sea, this fortified medieval town built in the 13th century is surrounded by ramparts almost 2km long: Visit of the ramparts and of the tower of Constance (former lighthouse of the 13th century. Then former protestant prison and its famous prisoner Marie Durand), panoramic view of the city, the lakes of Camargue, the salt mountains of the saltworks of the south of France and the flamingos. Freetime in the city. Tasting of fougasse (brioche with orange blossom), a sweet speciality from Aigues-Mortes.
OPTION 1 HORSE RIDING IN CAMARGUE
Horse riding (about 1 hour) for beginners, in a protected reserve of Camargue. This walk will take place along the beach and the pond of Ponant, a few kilometers from Saintes Maries de la mer. You will discover the typical flaura and fauna of the Camargue. Flamingos and a sublime landscape await you. The white horse that is immediately associated with the Camargue will make you discover its impressive habitat. Another way to discover the Camargue. Free time 1 hour at the beach or in the village.
OPTION 2: SALINS DU MIDI
Visit of the Salins du midi. As the world‘s second largest biological resource after the tropical forest, the Salins du midi offer you a unique biodiversity. Thanks to a special ecosystem, come and see an exceptional fauna and flora with 200 bird species and 208 plant species. First reserve of pink flamingos in Europe. Discover by little trains the diversity of salt of the Camargue.
