Top Things to do in Gard
10 Castles in Gard That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Gard, France including Towers and Ramparts of Aigues-Mortes, Chateau de Portes, Chateau d'Aujac, Castella Saint-Victor-La-Coste, Chateau d'Allegre, Castellum Aquae, Chateau de Montalet, Chateau de Beaucaire, Chateau de Villevieille, Chateau de Sommieres.
Restaurants in Gard
1. Towers and Ramparts of Aigues-Mortes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,755 reviews
The fortified city of Aigues-Mortes was built in the 13th century on the order of Saint Louis to provide the kingdom of France with a port on the Mediterranean. The complex consists of 1,634 metres of ramparts flanked by twenty towers and one of the most splendid keeps in the architectural style of the Middle Ages, the tower of Constance, which was used as a prison for Protestants from the Cévennes region from 1685. Open: > 2nd May to 31st August: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. > 1st September to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Last admission 1 hour before closing time. Ticket office closed from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. (from 1st September to 30th April). Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 6,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups (40€)
Reviewed By michaelgW4189MQ - Noosa, Australia
Aigues Mortes is a charming small place with much to do. Visit the salt pans and the near by sea resorts There are many restaurants with a wide array of food and wine at very reasonable prices We stayed in 13-17 century old house which we booked for a month at a very reasonable price
2. Chateau de Portes
3. Chateau d'Aujac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
The Cheylard Of Aujac Was Built In The Twelfth Century In The Centre Of The Upper Valley Of The Cèze In The Cevennes, On A Spur Near Mont Lozère. Registered As A Historical Monument, A Rare Example Of Conservation. Inhabited Since The Middle Ages It Is The Object Of Scientific Researches And Restoration.
4. Castella Saint-Victor-La-Coste
5. Chateau d'Allegre
6. Castellum Aquae
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
The Castellum Aquae is an important archaeological site. It is very small and very difficult to find (as it was for us!), but it also symbolises the ingenuity of ancient Roman engineering. This spot was connected through special pipes to the Pont Du Gard Aqueduct which was 50 km away.It carried water for the city. This specific point, Castellum Aquae, was the end of the line point, the distribution point, from which the water was distributed through lead pipes to the city. Today there is not much left from the original works, but what remains is quite useful in telling us about life in ancient times. It is worth the effort and time. You can see it from the pavement and you are only a couple of metres away from it. Free to see.
7. Chateau de Montalet
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
8. Chateau de Beaucaire
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4.0 based on 92 reviews
9. Chateau de Villevieille
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
10. Chateau de Sommieres
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 51 reviews
The castle of the lords of Anduze and Sauve (12th-13th centuries), symbolized by the Bermond tower, was turned into a royal fortress in the 13th century under Louis IX (Saint Louis). The buldings changed as the centuries went by and with the civil war between Catholics and Protestants The remains of the defensive functions of the castle can still be seen-a tower, a gate, arrow slits, a ramparts walk and dwelling quarters. Impressive spiral stairs to the top of the 25-metre keep. View of the town and the Vidourle Valley (panels in English). In the royal chapel, a 12-minute film (sub-titles in English) and a video animation take you back in time. --- Opening hours (last entry one hour before castle closing time) APRIL 3rd TO 14th Monday to Friday, 14:00 to 17:00. SUMMER SEASON -> June 19th to 30th, and September 4th to 8th Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 13:00 / 14:00 to 17:00. -> July 1st to September 1st Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10:00 to 13:00 / 15:00 to 19:00. Saturday and Sunday, 15:00 to 19:00. Closed on Thuesday. More details about guided tours, workshop for children and others activities on our website.
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