Take advantage of the Camargue's off-season for a relaxing break

The best time to visit the Camargue Regional Nature Park is between early spring and autumn. During the summer tourist season, the scenery is magnificent, the temperatures are warm and you can enjoy the Camargue beaches as well as horse riding, cycling and hiking. But what if this year, to avoid the crowds of tourists, you decided to visit the Camargue in September instead?

Why travel to the Camargue in the off-season?

If you can book your vacation in the Camargue in September, don't hesitate to do so. Visiting the Camargue in September offers many advantages. First of all, it's at this time of year that you'll be able to see some of the most beautiful migratory birds from Africa, such as rollers, congregating in the natural spaces of the Rhône delta.

Secondly, the Camargue in September is much quieter than during the peak tourist season. The tourists have gone home, and the hiking trails are less frequented. However, events and festivals are still scheduled during the off-season! For example, you can attend the Feria du riz in Arles, or the Fêtes des Premices du Riz throughout the Camargue. These two festivals celebrate the start of the Camargue rice harvest season.

What to do in the Camargue in September

Flamingo watching is a popular activity. We often hear that by September, these migratory birds have already taken off for Africa. However, there are still places where you can see them, notably in the Pont de Gau ornithological park. There, you can watch pink flamingos against a sunset backdrop: a flamboyant moment, for two reasons!

To discover Camargue culture and traditions, visit a manade, sample the local gastronomy and visit the Musée de la Camargue in Arles.

Discover the Roman city of Arles, the fortified town of Aigues-Mortes and the typical little town of Saintes-Marie-de-la-mer.

Take advantage of the mild temperatures in September to enjoy nature walks and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, carriage rides and cycling.

L'Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes, your base in the Camargue

Set in the heart of an exceptional 4-hectare estate, the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes enjoys an exceptional location right in the middle of the Camargue Regional Nature Park. It's the ideal place to enjoy a quiet vacation in September in the Camargue.

The Auberge Cavalière gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in Camargue culture by sleeping inside an authentic gardian's hut. As of 2019, our 4-star hotel also boasts its own stables. You can book all kinds of activities on horseback, to discover the Camargue in an authentic and original way.

The Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes invites you to spend a comfortable and unforgettable vacation in the Camargue. Book your accommodation, or contact us for more information.

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