Port Saint Louis Plage Napoleon F TriffauxPort Saint Louis Plage Napoleon F Triffaux
©Port Saint Louis Plage Napoleon F Triffaux|F.Triffaux

Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône

Tourism and travel guide

The villages are privileged destinations, to be shared among initiates. This is the case of Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, a picturesque village in the Bouches-du-Rhône. This authentic village reveals its secrets to deserving visitors.

The village of Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône offers its 8,200 inhabitants and visitors alike its useful stores and a relaxing atmosphere.  The visit of the Saint Louis Tower, built in the 18th century, houses an exceptional ornithological collection. Medieval churches, squares, fountains, wash houses, monasteries, castles and abbeys… You can also discover an exceptional cultural and historical heritage in the surrounding area.

In Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, you can discover many outdoor activities. Get out your mountain bike or bicycle, put on a pair of walking shoes and explore the paths of Provence. Depending on your desires, you will also have the opportunity to try out many other activities in the Bouches-du-Rhône. You can also opt for a horse riding session, or thrill on a tree climbing course. The beaches of Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône offer a wide range of water-based activities, including swimming, boat trips, paddling and jet-skiing.

Seafood and fish of the day, olive oil, socca and fougasse, ratatouille, bull stew, pistou soup, calissons, shuttles or lavender honey… The attractiveness of southeastern France is also based on a cuisine that reflects the image of the region: generous and colourful. Meet the local producers, directly on their farms, or on the many markets offered in the region.

Do you want to stay in the Bouches-du-Rhône? You wish to stay in the heart of the Bouches-du-Rhône ? Prepare your stay by booking your accommodation online. The Tourist Office of Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône will inform you about the activities to discover and the tourist sites to visit.

The beaches of Port Saint-Louis du Rhône

As the gateway to the Camargue Regional Nature Park, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône is a seaside resort renowned for its picturesque charm and calm. There are three large, unspoilt beaches where you can enjoy the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea:

  • Napoléon beach stretches for 10 kilometres between the Rhône and the sea, and is renowned for its wild character and tranquillity;
  • Olga beach is home to a hamlet of low-lying cottages and a miniature port, and has a picturesque charm that attracts many bathers;
  • Carteau beach is popular with kitesurfers and windsurfers, and is home to several mussel and oyster beds.

The port is home to fishermen who bring in tasty fish every day, which can be enjoyed in a seafront restaurant or cooked and enjoyed with other local produce. From Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, you can also explore the wide open spaces of the Camargue on horseback.

Monuments in Port Saint-Louis du Rhône

The small town is home to a number of tourist attractions.

The Saint-Louis tower, built in the 18th century, served as a lookout post, a refuge and then a lighthouse for boats. Its rooms now house an exceptional ornithological collection, with over 165 birds on display. The second floor features exhibitions throughout the year, including paintings, sculptures and photographs. The terrace offers a panoramic view. The ground floor is home to the Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône Tourist Office.

The gardian’s hut lets you discover the traditional home of the gardians, the Camargue “cowboys” who have been herding bulls on their white horses for centuries. Many everyday objects are on display.

Museums near Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône

During your stay, you’ll find plenty of ideas for cultural activities. The département is home to dozens of museums, including the Pôle mine museum in Gréasque, the Château des Baux in Baux-de-Provence, the Emperi military art and history museum in Salon-de-Provence, the Pavillon de Vendôme museum in Aix-en-Provence, the Vasarely foundation in Aix-en-Provence, the Musée du vieux Saint-Chamas…

Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône is less than an hour’s drive from the museums of Arles and Marseille.

Practical information

The Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône Tourist Office offers a wide range of tourist activities:

Close