Réserve naturelle nationale des marais du Vigueirat
Réserve naturelle nationale des marais du Vigueirat, National nature reserve in Arles, France
The Marais du Vigueirat reserve spans 1,200 hectares at the intersection of the Rhône Delta and Crau Plain, featuring wetlands, salt marshes, and reed beds.
The first land acquisition by the Coastal Conservation Agency occurred in 1982, leading to protection measures in 1988 due to its biological significance.
The reserve maintains five herds of bulls and horses, continuing the traditional pastoral practices of the Camargue region.
The reserve welcomes visitors daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering guided tours, horse-drawn carriage rides, and walking trails through designated areas.
The protected area houses more than 3,500 animal and plant species, including 300 bird species that find refuge in its diverse ecosystems.
Location: Arles
Inception: 2011
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Mas Thibert, Chemin de l étourneau, 13104 Mas-Thibert, France 13200 Mas-Thibert
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
Phone: +33490987091
Website: http://marais-vigueirat.reserves-naturelles.org
GPS coordinates: 43.53623,4.75350
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:53
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