Aigues-Mortes

Aigues-Mortes

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAigues-MortesLe Grau-du-Roi at 5.5 km
Insee code30003Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze at 7.4 km
Postcode30220La Grande-Motte at 8.6 km
Latitude43.5671720Saint-Nazaire-de-Pézan at 10.4 km
Longitude4.1925869Marsillargues at 11 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 3 metersCandillargues at 12.1 km
Surface57.78 km²Saint-Just at 12.3 km
Population7613 inhabitantsLe Cailar at 12.6 km
Density124 inhabitants/km²Lunel at 12.8 km
National labelAimargues at 13.2 km
Chief townNîmes (at 43 km, 42 min)Lansargues at 13.5 km
DepartmentGardLunel-Viel at 14.7 km
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

At the heart of the Camargue arises from the medieval Aigues-Mortes. Built according to the will of St. Louis, the tower of Constance remains one of the most majestic towers of the architecture of the Middle Ages. The walls surround a center of gastronomy Camarguaise. Culinary specialties: rust octopus, gardianne and bull meat, aioli, anchoïade, focaccia sugar, wine sands.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Tower and walls of Aigues-Mortes.
  • Guided tours of the chapels of the Penitents Aigues-Mortes shrines Penitents gray and white, Church of Our Lady of Sablon, Place Saint-Louis, Capuchin chapel, Society for History and Archaeology (museum).
  • Guided tour of the medieval city.
  • Discover the art galleries and crafts of the city.
  • Visit the tourist train and 4x4 Salins du Midi.
  • Discover the Camargue barge, horseback, 4x4 safaris, boat, on foot, bike, trailer, helicopter, etc..
  • Guided tour of ranches.
  • Visit of wine cellars and wine tasting Sands.
  • Sports (windsurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing ...), sea fishing, lake fishing, etc..
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Aigues-Mortes
Information pointsTourist Office of Aigues-Mortes
Natural sitesPond of Caitives,   Pond of the Commun,   Pond of the Ponent,   Pond of the Roi,   Pond of the Ville

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Weekly markets on Wednesday and Sunday mornings throughout the year.
  • Flea Market on Saturday morning (July and August).
  • Election of Miss'Aigues-Mortes in July.
  • Contemporary Dance Festival "Les Nuits de Sel" in July.
  • Radio France Music Festival in July.
  • Fiest'Aigues-Mortes August (Flamenco Festival).
  • Medieval Feasts of St. Louis in August.
  • Festival of French music in September.
  • Votive festival in October (bullfighting).
  • Book Fair in November.
  • "Aigues-Mortes at the Movies" in November (festival Free Screen Stars and effects, short and medium length films, special effects and 3D).
  • Christmas Market in December.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Discover the Camargue, visiting ranches, horseback riding.
  • Visit saline lunch, rice fields, vineyards ...
  • Barge trips, canoeing, swimming, fishing, acrobatic, quad, buggy, jet ski, paintball, helicopter.
PHOTOS
Aigues-Mortes, the tower of Constance
 
Aigues-Mortes, fortified 13th century
Aigues-Mortes, the tower of Constance
 
Aigues-Mortes, port
Aigues-Mortes the rampart South
 
Aigues-Mortes, the saline
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 4°C - Max. 10°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 12°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le koala
Castelnau-le-Lez
Restaurant with surprise with its patio and pool. Cuisine and wine region.
Located 24 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
La bonne bouille  
9
Lattes
Specialist fish and seafood, located on the docks of Port Ariane Lattes, 5 minutes from Montpellier and the seaside An invitation for a pleasant stop cooking on a terrace facing the...
Located 24 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 10 € to 30 € per person 
A tribord
Lattes
Restaurant offering fine cuisine, specialty dishes with foie gras, fish and prawns a la plancha, salads. Friendly atmosphere and terrace directly on the marina of Lattes.
Located 24 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Appartement, studio, chambre  
Aigues-Mortes
Aigues Mortes medieval tourist town in the Camargue - Languedoc Roussillon, within the medieval walls, 7 km from the beach, cottages and studios to rent for weekend, weekly or biweekly....
Located in Aigues-MortesFrom 63 € to 83 € the double room 
Farniente    
10
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Aigues-Mortes
Our charming guest house is located near the medieval ramparts of Aigues-Mortes, three steps of picturesque alleys, art galleries, good restaurants, bars and shops of the historic center,...
Located in Aigues-MortesFrom 53 € to 73 € the double room 
Au Relais Saint Georges  
Marsillargues
It is between Nimes and Montpellier, close to the large sandy beaches you will find our Five bed and breakfast. Spacious and bright, opening all over the garden and olive groves. This...
Located 10.8 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 71 € to 86 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Apartment for 2 persons
Aigues-Mortes
Aigues Mortes medieval fortified well preserved tourist town in Camargue comfortable studios inside the fortifications in the hard of the city with its beautiful small streets and shops,...
Located in Aigues-MortesFrom 280 € to 380 € per week 
Mas le clos des pins
Aigues-Mortes
Petite camargue in the south of france, studios 30 m² in the country side; Swimming pool in a park, private carpark, 10 mn away from the beach, 5 mn away from medieval village, 5 mn...
Located in Aigues-MortesFrom 280 € to 460 € per week 
Le mas blanc
Aigues-Mortes
At the heart of the Petite Camargue, south-facing apartments overlooking nature with views over fields and marshes.
Located in Aigues-MortesFrom 470 € to 620 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping le Fou du Roi    
8.4
Lansargues
Located 15 minutes from the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea, in the heart of the Petite Camargue, land of bulls, horses and pink flamingos, Camping le Fou du Roi has all the amenities:...
Located 13.9 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 13.90 € to 20.80 € per day 
Camping Les Chênes  
Junas
Under the sun Languedoc, in the shadow of its oaks, 30 minutes from the beach, 20 minutes of Nimes and Montpellier, in the foothills of the Cevennes, Camping Caravaning The Oaks welcomes...
Located 22 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 13.10 € to 15.10 € per day 
Le parc    
9.2
Lattes
Family campsite halfway between the Mediterranean beaches and the city of Montpellier. Mobile home rentals and shady pitches for tents and caravans. Heated pool, wireless internet,...
Located 23 km from Aigues-MortesFrom 14.50 € to 26.40 € per day 

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HOTELS
La Villa Mazarin     
9.3
Aigues-Mortes
La Villa Mazarin is located in the fortified city of Aigues-Mortes, and was built in the 15th century. It offers a sauna and hammam, swimming pool and a lovely patio. Its stylish rooms...
Located in Aigues-MortesRoom from 120 €
Les Remparts     
8.6
Aigues-Mortes
Located in an 18th century building next to the medieval ramparts of Aiguës Mortes, this refined hotel offers a restaurant, bar and a terrace with sunloungers. Some of the rooms offer...
Located in Aigues-MortesRoom from 50 €
Hotel Canal Aigues Mortes     
8.6
Aigues-Mortes
Hotel Canal Aigues Mortes is located on the banks of the canal, which can be seen from its panoramic terrace and swimming pool. It offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. All of the rooms...
Located in Aigues-MortesRoom from 77 €

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Gard
Le Cheval Blanc
Le Cheval Blanc is set in the historic heart of Nimes, opposite the Roman Arena and a 5-minute walk from Nimes Train Station....
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