Located at the junction of the Camargue and Crau regions, the Marais du Vigueirat nature reserve is one of the largest Conservatoire du Littoral properties near Arles.
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At the Marais du Vigueirat, you'll find over 3,500 animal and plant species, 300 species of birds and 5 herds of bulls and horses, so typical of the Camargue. On your own on the Etourneau trails, with a guide on horseback, in a horse-drawn carriage or on foot, visitors will take their time to discover the flora and fauna. A naturalist guide will take you by electric minibus to the heart of the nature reserve, where you can observe the birds with a spyglass from various observatories.
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- The Réserve Naturelle Nationale du Vigueirat (Vigueirat National Nature Reserve) is a unique site between the Camargue and the Crau, offering self-guided tours or guided tours on foot, horse-drawn carriage or horseback. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded on its 1,200 hectares. These include all the varieties of European heron. Amphibians, coypu, hares and many other animals can be found at the turn of a path. Biodiversity is also reflected in the plant kingdom. There are plants specific to salty environments, such as woody soda or glasswort, and varieties adapted to wet or sandy environments. Nature lovers, whether novice or experienced, are sure to enjoy exploring this rare and unspoilt territory.
Services
Car park
- Activities
- Equestrian sports
- Pedestrian sports
- Harness
- Horse trekking
- Hiking
- Environment
- Equipment
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Private parking
Quality standards
Valeurs Parc Naturel Régional
Label Accueil Vélo
Bank/credit card
Check
Cash
Openings
All year
Monday
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday
09:00 - 17:00
(until 6pm in summer)
Location
Contact The marshes of the Vigueirat
- www.marais-vigueirat.reserves-naturelles.org
Environment
- In the country
- Close to a trunk road