Things to do in Aigues-Mortes without a car
Did you know you can come on vacation to Aigues-Mortes and discover the region without a car? Public transport from Nîmes and Montpellier drops you off at the foot of the ramparts.
Discover the riches of our region on foot, by bike, by bus or by train - there's something for everyone! Just leave your car in the parking lot and off you go for a relaxing stay!
Aigues-Mortes: a discovery afoot
VISIT AIGUES-MORTES AT YOUR OWN PACE
Want to immerse yourself in the past and get a birdseye view of the city? Visit the towers and ramparts of Aigues-Mortes! Stop by the ticket office to gain access to this national monument: discover the exibit areas, visit the towers and take a tour of the entire city on the "chemin de ronde".
For a completely self-guided visit, come to the tourist office and ask for our city tour itinerary. Stroll down the streets and narrow alleyways of Aigues-Mortes at your leisure, and have fun uncovering all our treasures as you follow this practical map.
GUIDED CITY TOURS
Are you curious, interested in history and don't want to miss a thing? Book a guided walking tour of the towers and ramparts and/or the city center. You'll learn all about our centuries-old town.
Climb aboard the town's mini train, sit back and relax. Let yourself be serenaded by the tales of days gone by.
100% eco-friendly trips around Aigues-Mortes
Pack a small rucksack with water, a snack, a hat, sunscreen and a repair kit if you're cycling! Now you're ready for a great adventure. Discover the flora and fauna of the Camargue by embarking on its marked trails and visiting nature reserves. Get on your bike or strap on your hiking shoes, and admire the great outdoors!
SIGNPOSTED TRAILS LEAVING FROM AIGUES-MORTES
Reaching the Mediterranean
Looking for a breath of fresh air? Follow the cycling/footpath between the maritime channel and the pond, all the way to the sea. Follow the route south to a nearby fishing village, Le-Grau-du-Roi. Our tip: be there at 5 p.m. to see the fishing boats arrive!
Distance : 12 km there-and-back
Route : Via-Rhôna on foot, by bike
Exploring the Camargue countryside
For a moment of peace and quiet in the midst of unspoilt wilderness, explore the Tour Carbonnière. Head north on the Via-Rhôna, cross the bridge and set your bike aside. Continue on foot to follow a path on stilts while admiring the scenery.
Once you've reached this superb 13th-century tower, open 24/7 and free of charge, take the spiral staircase up to the top terrace. Enjoy a breathtaking panorama of ponds, reed beds, waterways and native wildlife... A delight for the eyes and the mind!
Distance : 9 km there-and-back
Route : Via-Rhôna, shared road, pedestrian boardwalk on stilts
NATURE RESERVES AROUND AIGUES-MORTES
La Maison Grand Site de France de la Camargue Gardoise
A visit to the Maison Grand Site de France is a must (free of charge) if you want to immerse yourself in the Camargue landscape. A museographic exhibit space, a boutique and access to the discovery trail await you. You can even plan to picnic outside in the shade in the area set aside for the purpose.
Distance: 2 km from the city
Route: shared road
The Aigues-Mortes saltworks can be visited on foot, by bike, by mini-train or even by 4x4. Climb a "camelle de sel" for an exceptional view of the ramparts.
To get there on foot, walk along the left-hand side of the intercity road D979, taking care to walk behind the wooden barrier. Keep in mind, the barrier doesn't go all the way to the saltworks entrance! Be cautious!
A word of advice: if you want to take the mini train, make sure you buy your tickets at least the day before!
Distance: 1,5 km from the city
Route: left shoulder of intercity road D979
Camargue: a car-free adventure
LET YOURSELF BE GUIDED THROUGH THE CAMARGUE COUNTRYSIDE
Want to discover the Camargue from the deck of a boat? Book a cruise! It's yet another great way to discover the typical Camargue landscapes! Just sit back and enjoy either a discovery cruise with a stop at a manade, a lunch cruise or an evening cruise with a traditional meal and entertainment at a manade... You're sure to find one that suits your interests!
Do you love adventure and the thrill of discovering unexplored places? Book a 4X4 safari. Most of them can pick you up on site. Take in the best of what this exciting region has to offer: nature, bulls, horses, birds... Your guide will be on hand to give you an insightful initiation into all things Camrgue.
WANT TO come FACE TO FACE WITH BULLS AND HORSES?
You can easily discover a manade without a car.
On foot or by bike, just 2 kilometers from the ramparts, a manade invites you to explore the grounds in a towed trailer, as part of a "soirée camarguaise" or on foot, guided by an app, on the discovery trail (ideal for families with children)... Choose the outing that suits you!
A horse-drawn carriage ride along the ramparts is just a call away. Book your ride, sit back and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour while sampling local produce.
Using soft mobility to do your shopping
aigues-mortes STREET MARKET
On Wednesday and Sunday mornings, armed with your wicker basket, make your way to the street market located in the shade of century-old sycamore trees along Avenue Frederic Mistral. Find ingredients for meals made with 100% local produce: sand-grown potatoes and carrots from small local producers, Camargue bull meat, seafood from the Grau-du-Roi fish auction, AOP Sable de Camargue wines, "canelés de Camargue" or carefully prepared take-away dishes...
There's plenty to be enjoyed!
SHOPS ACCESSIBLE ON FOOT OR BY BIKE
Bakeries, butchers, wine merchant shops, traditional, organic and gourmet grocers, convenience stores, ice-cream parlors, cafés... There's an abundance of shops in the town center and around Aigues-Mortes.
Accessible on foot or by bike, just 2 kilometers along the canal to the north, you'll find two supermarkets, a sporting goods store, a variety store, a DIY store, a household appliance store and more.
Here, everything is within easy reach!
Now you know what to do in Aigues-Mortes without your car.
It's possible to leave your car at home and reach the town thanks to public transport from Nîmes and Montpellier. Whether on foot, by bike, by bus or by train, everyone can choose their own means of transportation to discover the region at their leisure.
Visits to the ramparts, towers and streets of the city, as well as eco-tours around Aigues-Mortes and visits to nature reserves offer varied and enriching experiences. In addition, boat cruises, 4x4 safaris and visits to the manades on foot, by bike or in a horse-drawn carriage allow you to explore the Camargue without a car.
Last but not least, the Aigues-Mortes market offers an opportunity to shop using soft mobility and to taste local produce. Aigues-Mortes is therefore an ideal destination for a car-free vacation, allowing you to enjoy the region to the fullest, while respecting the environment.
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Office de tourisme
Aigues-Mortes
Place Saint Louis - BP 23
30220 AIGUES-MORTES
