Pont du Gard, France

Pont du Gard

A three-tiered Roman aqueduct over a river you can swim in.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Pont du Gard

Day 1

  1. MorningArrive early and walk across the lower level of the aqueduct.
  2. AfternoonSwim or canoe in the Gardon river right below the arches.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the arcaded square of Uzès nearby.

Day 2

Visit Nîmes for its Roman arena and the Maison Carrée temple.

What to eat

Picholine olives and a Costières de Nîmes wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Pont du Gard

Beat the crowds

Summer afternoons are busy. The site is lovely in the early evening.

Best photo spot

The aqueduct from the riverbank downstream, with its reflection in the water.

Getting there

Buses run from Nîmes and Avignon. Easiest by car.

Don't miss nearby

Uzès, a pretty market town, and the cities of Nîmes and Avignon.

Good to know

You can swim in the river below the aqueduct in summer. The ticket includes the museum.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Pont du Gard

Getting there

  • Nîmes Airport (FNI)25 km away
  • Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)80 km away
  • Avignon20 km away
  • Montpellier65 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Pont du Gard: good to know

Is Pont du Gard worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and historic old towns. A three-tiered Roman aqueduct over a river you can swim in.

How many days do you need in Pont du Gard?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Pont du Gard?

You can visit all year. Summer afternoons are busy. The site is lovely in the early evening.

How do you get to Pont du Gard?

The nearest airport is Nîmes Airport (FNI), about 25 km away. Buses run from Nîmes and Avignon. Easiest by car.

What is there to see near Pont du Gard?

Nearby hidden places include Avignon (22 km), Gordes (53 km) and Mont Ventoux (65 km).

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