Top Things to do in Gard
What to do and see in Gard, Occitanie: The Best Historic Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Gard, France including Chartreuse de Villeneuve lez Avignon, Towers and Ramparts of Aigues-Mortes, Tour Carbonniere, Bridge of the Holy Spirit, Porte de la Gardette, Castella Saint-Victor-La-Coste, Oppidum Saint Vincent, Tour Magne, Chapelle des Capucins, La Chapelle du Dugas.
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1. Chartreuse de Villeneuve lez Avignon
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4.5 based on 424 reviews
The pontifical Carthusian monastery of the Val-de-Bénédiction was founded in the 14th century by Pope Innocent VI. The frescoes of the Saint John Baptist's Chapel were painted by Matteo Giovanetti, who created the frescoes in Avignon Palace. The three cloisters, surrounded by forty cells and gardens, made it one of the largest Carthusian monstery in France.
Reviewed By boutiquehotelgril - London, United Kingdom
Beautiful environment to stroll around. Cloisters, gardens, cafe, book shop, theatre, restaurant, exhibitions. Everywhere you look there is a lovely vista. Takes you back in time.
2. Towers and Ramparts of Aigues-Mortes
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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
3. Tour Carbonniere
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4.5 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By 18philippeb - Toulouse, France
This tower dates back to the 14th century and used to be the first defensive building of Aigues-Mortes, a very important French port by this time. Nowadays, there’re at least three reasons to visit this place. The tower itself standing alone in the middle of nowhere, the view you have on the Camargue once you climb up at the top, and the short walk you can make in the surroundings seeing waterfowl or bulls...
4. Bridge of the Holy Spirit
5. Porte de la Gardette
6. Castella Saint-Victor-La-Coste
7. Oppidum Saint Vincent
8. Tour Magne
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4.0 based on 1,482 reviews
The Tour Magne, i.e. the Great Tower, is the only tower left standing from the Roman city walls. The top of the tower of 140 steps provides a striking panoramic view of Nimes.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Tour Magne dates to the time of Roman emperor Augustus. In fact it was already built by then, and he just doubled it in size and incorporated it into the defensive walls of the city. According to information provided on site, this Magne Tower was the highest of some 80 towers that were part of the city's defensive walls. The wall surrounding the city was built in the year AD 16, and was 7 km long. In reality this wall was more of a symbol than an actual defence, as it existed as a show of strength on the part of the Roman empire. The Tower is a great point from which to get some magnificent, panoramic views of the city. The steps leading to the top are narrow and a bit difficult to negotiate. Highly recommended.
9. Chapelle des Capucins
10. La Chapelle du Dugas
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
