Local tourism

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GET TO KNOW THE REGION

HAVE YOU EXPLORED THE CAMARGUE?

Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône is located at the mouth of the river Rhône, one of Europe’s largest waterways. From its birth in the glaciers of Switzerland, it meanders through idyllic French countryside, before opening into the wild marshlands of the Camargue.

In town, you can enjoy a free visit to the ancient guard tower “Tour Saint-Louis” and its exhibitions thanks to a partnership with the local tourist office, as well as a guided tour of the Ferrigno canning factory and the possibility of buying its excellent regional products.

FOR cycling enthusiast SPORTY AMONG YOU

An 815 km cycling route, from the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland to the beaches of Port-Saint-Louis, follows the Rhône river on its course through Europe, and provides varying scenery and an experience unlike any other.

Via Rhôna 1-web

The ViaRhôna takes cycling tourists from the Alpine panoramas to the beaches of the Camargue, crossing the vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône and those of southern Provence: hilltop villages, lavender and olive groves, and gastronomic discoveries.

Via Rhôna 2-web

ENJOY THE BEACHES IN THE VICINITY

Yes, there are beaches at both ends of the Rhône delta!

In Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône:

  • Napoleon Beach: One of the largest beaches in the Camargue, 10 kilometres of sand and dunes with the mouth of the Rhône on one side and the Gulf of Fos-sur-Mer on the other.
  • Carteau Beach : This beach is essentially a spot for kitesurfing.
  • Olga Beach: A small beach of sand and pebbles.

In Salin-de-Giraud:

  • La Plage de Piemanson: Today, it is the most naturally-preserved beach in France. It stretches over several kilometres of Camargue landscape made up of dunes and ponds. To get to this beach you will have to take the car ferry from Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône to Salin de Giraud where you can cross the Rhône.
DUNES
KITE SURF

PORT-SAINT-LOUIS-DU-RHÔNE THE HOME OF KITESURFING!

Alexandre Caizergues, a native son, and current world speed champion.

You can support him on his Facebook page.

Interested in learning how to Kitesurf?

Several kitesurfing schools are present in Port-Saint-Louis:

SAILING IN
PORT-SAINT-LOUIS-DU-RHÔNE

We have a sailing club in the hamlet of Carteau which benefits from a strategic location in terms of wind exposure. The “Centre Nautiques Mer et Passions” offers quality instruction by sailing professionals in a friendly atmosphere.

Different types of courses are available: free sailing for the more experienced, introductory courses, courses for beginners, etc. All these courses are offered for both windsurfing and sailing, on catamarans, lasers, caravels, Ludics, optimists and even for kite surfing.

NEIGHBOURING TOWNS

The region is host to a number of beautiful, historical towns. Each of them offers a variety of activities. You will find below the link to the website of the tourist office of each town.

Arles
Martigues
Les Saintes Marie de la Mer
Les Baux de Provence
Saint-Rémy de Provence
Aix-en-Provence
Marseille