Aigues-Mortes
Aigues-Mortes is a town in the Occitanie region in southwest France, with well preserved medieval city walls surrounding a historical centre.
Get in[edit]
By car[edit]
Take the highway south from Nimes.
By train[edit]
Aigues-Mortes has a train station, like most places.
Get around[edit]
The historical centre is all contained within a compact area of the city walls, easily explored on foot.
See[edit]
Aigues Mortes is a nice fortified city, where it's possible to visit the ramparts, the walk through the village and the nearby Salt Works.
Do[edit]
Walk around the ramparts of the medieval city walls, and see inside the various towers, including the Constance Tower. This costs money. The ticket office, located in the North West corner, offers audio guides, but is closed at lunchtime.
Buy[edit]
Lots of shops selling tourist nick-nacks
Eat[edit]
There are many pleasant cafes and restaurants within the city walls, particularly around the central square.
- Sushi Shu Japanese Restaurant
Drink[edit]
- Bam Bar
Sleep[edit]
- Mona Lisa Royal Hôtel
Connect[edit]
Go next[edit]
The cities of Montpellier and Nimes are closest to Aigues-Mortes.
