Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau

The Parc Ornithologique spans 60 hectares of wetlands, marshes, and reed beds, creating natural habitats for numerous bird species in the Camargue region.

Founded in 1949 as a zoological park by André Lamouroux, the sanctuary transformed into a specialized bird park in 1974 under the direction of his son René.

The park maintains a wildlife rehabilitation center that treats an average of 350 native Camargue birds annually, supporting regional conservation initiatives.

Seven kilometers of paths throughout the park allow visitors to observe birds from designated viewing areas while maintaining appropriate distances from nesting zones.

More than 400 bird species inhabit the park, including a substantial population of pink flamingos that roam freely across the protected marshlands.

Location: Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: RD 570 Lieu dit Pont de Gau, 13460 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France 13460 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00

Phone: +33490978262

Website: http://parcornithologique.com

GPS coordinates: 43.49084,4.40695

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40