Discover Pont De Crau Arles

Pont De Crau Arles offers two distinct themes to consider when planning a trip: the remains of the Pont-de-Crau aqueduct and the Beauchamp nature and leisure area. The history of the aqueduct traces a route from reused foundations to a Roman water conduit to Arles; Beauchamp is known for its wetlands, paths, and recreational activities. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay, you can first consider whether cultural history, nature watching, or exercise best suits your travel plans. The details below bring these themes to life.

Pont-de-Crau Aqueduct: Location and History

The remains of the Pont-de-Crau aqueduct lie southeast of the Arles urban area, between the Agenouillade and Pont de Crau districts, and extend along the R.D. 453 (Route de la Crau). The Pont-de-Crau aqueduct was built using the foundations of a Roman aqueduct from Barbegal; the Roman structure carried water to Arles. The remains were classified as a historic monument by decree on November 7, 1922. The date refers to the classification, not the construction of the aqueduct.

Beauchamp: Wetlands and Protected Area

The Beauchamp site includes a 25-hectare marsh, a 28-hectare reed bed, and a 57-hectare grazed area; it also includes a garden and a water sports facility. The Marais de Beauchamp area on the Pont-de-Crau side is a sensitive natural area and is part of the Natura 2000 network and the Alpilles Regional Natural Park. Freshwater wetland habitats include reed beds, seasonal ponds, and riparian woodland; the wetland fauna is diverse.

Paths and Activities in Beauchamp

A wooden bridge connects the Jardin des Avettes with the Marais de Beauchamp. A path through Beauchamp is lined with wooden exercise stations and benches. Cars are not allowed on the site, making it suitable for walks, bike rides, sports, and picnics. As access rules may change as work on the site progresses, check them before your visit.

The Parcours santé is a 2.3-kilometer loop around the Marais de Beauchamp, which is classified as a Natura 2000 site, and offers open views for birdwatching. The full-day circular cycling route “Arles – Le marais des Baux à vélo” starts at the Marais de Beauchamp on the Pont-de-Crau side and continues to the Hypogeum of Castelet, the Tours de Castillon, and the remains of the ancient Barbegal mill. Check local conditions before setting out on the cycling route. For planning purposes, the 2.3-kilometer loop and the full-day cycling route offer two different options.

The city’s seasonal sports program lists mountain biking, orienteering, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing as outdoor activities; individual offerings may vary by season. The leisure facility is also intended for school canoe and kayak activities and sports recreation centers.

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