Salin d'Aigues-Mortes

Salt flats Aigues-Mortes, Occitanie, France

What to expect

The Salin d'Aigues-Mortes is a stunning salt production site in the Petite Camargue region of France. This breathtaking location boasts vibrant colors, with the blue sky, white salt, and vast expanses of water reflecting shades of pink. As the first reserve for flamingos in Europe, it is home to a unique array of flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the site on foot, by bike, or by taking a guided train tour, discovering the history of the salt workers and the traditional methods of salt production. The site is also a haven for birdwatchers, with over 400 species of birds, many of which are protected. Families can enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride along the 12 km trail, taking in the breathtaking views and spotting migratory birds. For a unique experience, visitors can attend the salt harvest in July or August, or stay overnight in a charming cabin amidst nature

Plan your family visit to the Salin d'Aigues-Mortes with these blog insights 👇

The CAMARGUE with the family, a practical guide

This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed the salt mountains of the Aigues-Mortes salt marshes. We went on foot or by bike, and we were able to climb the salt mountains with a panorama of the city's fortifications. We saw flamingos and birds

Highlights: We saw flamingos and birds, and we learned about the history of salt. The views were very nice! ✨

The fascinating colours of the Aigues-Mortes Saltworks

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a train tour of the saltworks and visited the museum

Highlights: The kids enjoyed playing on the salt hill and we all loved the beautiful colors of the saltworks ✨

Visiting the Camargue, nature and culture: our guide

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the saltworks, we took a guided tour and learned about the salt production process

Highlights: We enjoyed the tour, it was interesting to learn about the salt production process ✨