Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Overview of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

This Camargue commune at the mouth of the Rhône is internationally renowned for the annual Gypsy pilgrimage held here.

Key facts

• Type of place: small town.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location: in Camargue in the Bouches-du-Rhône department.

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

• Population: 2,683 inhabitants (2014).

• Area: 374.61 km² (third-largest commune in France).

• Altitude: sea level.

• Website: http://www.saintesmaries.com

History of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

What to see and do

Pilgrimages of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer:

In the surrounding area

Camargue Regional Nature Park ★★★
La Camargue est située dans le delta du Rhône avec l'étang du Vaccarès en son centre. Plate et humide la zone abrite nombre d'espèces d'oiseaux (notamment dans la réserve ornithologique de Pont du Gau) et surtout les fameuses manades qui sont ces élevages de taureaux ou de chevaux de races locales.

Climate and weather

The commune has a typically Mediterranean climate, with plenty of sunshine, mild winters, and hot, dry summers. Rainfall occurs mainly in autumn, particularly around October–November. The wind is also a common feature and can sometimes blow in strong gusts.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

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