Campsite Near Nîmes: discover the Pont du Gard

Discovering the life of the inhabitants of Gard in Roman times is one of the reasons why campers love to settle in our domain for a few weeks. The Pont du Gard is one of the tourist sites that you absolutely cannot miss . Considered one of the masterpieces of adduction , the site attracts hundreds of visitors every day.

THE PONT DU GARD: A UTILITY BRIDGE

Besides its tourist nature, the Pont du Gard was first created for a main purpose. It is that of adduction. It is defined as an aqueduct bridge. It was intended to carry water from the Eure fountain to the city of Nîmes . It was built during the first century and has three levels. Built without mortar, the Pont du Gard required more than 800 workers for about ten years. Composed mainly of blocks of stone, the Pont du Gard has suffered numerous deteriorations due to time and human beings. However, it was also renovated to finally retain its current state.

A HISTORICAL DISCOVERY

To visit the Pont du Gard is to learn about the historical heritage of the Gard . Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, visiting the Pont du Gard is done in three stages. First we have the museum. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in Roman history and its inventions that have survived over time. Images and representations of the bridge over the years, of the aqueduct and of the Gallo-Roman city will be presented to you. Then, the memories of the Garrigue are also part of the program. You could observe this landscape with the arid terrain characteristic of the Mediterranean countries . Finally, the ludo is an activity specially dedicated to children from 5 to 12 years old. The latter will savor a trip to the past, the techniques of mastering water and the secrets of nature. They will be delighted to learn while having fun. The next visit to the bridge is in December, and you shouldn’t miss it. Many perspectives await you and will enhance your stay in our region. The price is within everyone’s reach and will cost less than 10 euros for all ages.