Sète, France

Traditions of the Camargue & Aigues Mortes

Learn About Camargue’s Heritage and History Visit a ranch in the wetlands of Camargue and explore the medieval town of Aigues Mortes. Meet your guide and drive through the Provençal countryside to a traditional manade , or ranch, home to domestic cattle of the Camargue wetlands and its ancient breed of horses. Upon arrival, you will board a horse-drawn cart for a ride through the estate and see a demonstration of the Camargue cowboys herding the bulls. After, sit down for a local lunch prepared on the estate, before continuing to the striking medieval town of Aigues Mortes, founded by King Saint Louis in 1240. After time to view its impressive ramparts, you will have free time to explore the town on your own, or you may choose to join your guide on a ride to the Salins du Midi salt marshes, before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.