Aigues Mortes
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Port
Sete, France
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$109.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Departing from Sète, this journey will take you to Aigues Mortes. This fortified city is located in the heart of the Petite Camargue was built in the 13th century and stands quite alone in a melancholy landscape of ponds, sea marshes, and saltpans. Aigues Mortes originally served as a departure harbor for the crusades of St Louis. Its Constance Tower is one of the most majestic pieces of architecture left over from medieval times, and served as a lookout post to fend off the Saracens.
Follow your guide on a walking tour, during which your he/she will impart the history of the town. Use some free time afterwards to explore at your leisure and stroll through the charming town on your own.
Re-board your motor coach for the return drive to Sète .
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes.