Camping Gard

Things to do when camping in Gard

The contrasting landscapes of Gard reward holidaymakers with a diverse camping holiday destination, perfect for beach holidays, escapes in the heart of nature and open-air breaks filled with charming culture.

For the best seaside sojourns, head to the dazzling sand beaches in and around Le Grau-du-Roi. The most idyllic beach is arguably Plage de l'Espiguette, but other stunning golden sand examples can be found at Le Petit Travers Beach, Sunset Beach and Plage du Grand Travers.

There are plenty of other notable things to do around Le Grau-du-Roi such as the Amigoland Theme Park, Seaquarium Aquarium, Espace Grand Bleu Water Park and Le Petit Paradis De Vendargues Mini Farm. Picturesque walks can be enjoyed around the banks of Étang de l'Or Lake, while boating, sailing and other water sports are on offer at Port Camargue.

Often referred to as Petite Camargue, the serene yet stunning landscapes of Gard Camargue offer wonderful outdoor experiences in an area of outstanding beauty. Featuring a network of trails that lead walkers, cyclists and horse riders through fields, wetlands and woodland, Camargue is famed for beautiful flora as well as its famous white horses and pink flamingos.

The bracing fresh air and striking views of the Cévennes National Park make it the perfect place to embark on a breathtaking hike. The area is decorated with stunning mountain passes, featuring thick green woodland, rivers and rolling valleys.

For an insight into the heritage and history of the department, campers should head to the friendly city of Nîmes. With numerous attractions dedicated to its roman ancestry, the city will likely captivate lovers of culture and antiquity. The Amphitheatre of Nîmes, Maison Carrée Roman Temple, Tour Magne Tower and the Roman Museum are all worthwhile sightseeing opportunities, along with a walk through the peaceful Jardin de La Fontaine Park or a browse through the Les Halles de Nîmes Market.

A short distance north of Nîmes, the magnificent Pont du Gard majestically straddles the River Gardon. This mighty aqueduct bridge was built by the Romans way back in the 1st century, but stands up as a true feat of engineering, even by today’s standards.

If you take a camping holiday in Gard at one of our coastal campsites, you can easily visit the city of Montpellier, which makes its home close by in the neighbouring department of Hérault. Notable attractions in the city include the Jardin des plantes de Montpellier Botanical Garden, Musée Fabre and Planet Ocean World Aquarium.