Aigues Mortes

City Aigues-Mortes, Occitanie, France

What to expect

Aigues-Mortes, a historic town in the Occitanie region of France, is a must-visit destination. The town is surrounded by well-preserved 1.6km long city walls, which offer great views of the salt marshes and the Camargue. Visitors can take a tour of the walls, visit the majestic Tour Constance where King Louis IX lived, and explore the town's many artist studios and craft workshops. The town is also known for its salt marshes, which cover an area equivalent to around 10,000 rugby pitches, and can be visited on a tourist train, by bike, or on foot. The Camargue region is home to a vast array of wildlife, including bulls and horses, and visitors can explore the unique landscapes and ecosystems of the area. The town also offers a range of activities, including wine tastings, visits to 'manades' (bull and horse ranches), and traditional Camargue bull fights

Plan your family visit to the Aigues Mortes with these blog insights 👇

Wandering in the Camargue

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the medieval city, walked on the ramparts, and saw the salt pans

Highlights: The family enjoyed the city's atmosphere and the views from the ramparts ✨

An unforgettable day in Camargue // Aigues-Mortes and visit of the Salin.

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the city on foot and by little train, and had a picnic in the city park

Highlights: We enjoyed the beautiful day and the city's atmosphere ✨

Aigues-Mortes, royal city

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the medieval city of Aigues-Mortes and explored its streets and fortifications

Highlights: The kids loved running around the city walls and towers, while we enjoyed the historic atmosphere ✨

South French Nature Park Camargue with children

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the medieval town of Aigues Mortes and explored its streets and shops

Highlights: We enjoyed the well-preserved medieval architecture and the opportunity to explore the town's shops and restaurants ✨

Barge trip to Aigues Mortes

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a boat trip on a barge called 'Isle de Stel' starting just in front of the fortified city. We saw the harbor, the Tour de Constance, the Port de Plaisance, the gates of the Vidourle, the Carbonnière tower, the abbey of Psalmodi and many more

Highlights: It was a relaxing experience and a great way to see the beautiful Camargue landscapes. We really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and seeing the horses and bulls. Our kids loved seeing the work of the gardians with the bulls ✨