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The Top 20 Castles around Nimes

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from around Nimes. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Aiguèze

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Aiguèze is a small medieval village. There are still many remarkably preserved remains from the Middle Ages. Among these we can cite the keep, the Saracen tower or even the …

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Fort Saint-André

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When it came to power, French kings Philip the Handsome and John the Good were determined to assert their position against the Avignon popes! The royal symbol of power was …

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Towers and ramparts of Aigues-Mortes

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Aigues, aix or Egue, means water in Latin. The town of Aigues-mortes is very close to the natural park of the Camargue, known in particular for its numerous marshes, of …

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Fourques Castle

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Good example of a fortified medieval four-sided farmer's castle. The city website has a few more details:
This quadrilateral with formerly crenellated curtain walls, flanked by four corner towers, is …

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Tower of Constance

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The “Tour de Constance” served mainly as a prison for Protestants during the Huguenot Wars. Today it is one of the symbols of the city.

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King René's Castle, or Tarascon Castle

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The Château de Tarascon is a magnificent example of a Provençal fortified castle. It impresses with its position on the banks of the Rhône. The small town of Tarascon, excellently …

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Ducal Palace of Uzès (Le Duché d'Uzès)

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The high roof of the Gothic castle chapel was covered in the 19th century with glazed roof tiles depicting the Crussol family coat of arms. There are two other towers …

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Citadel of Pont-Saint-Esprit

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The citadel includes, within a fairly large perimeter surrounded by high walls, modern buildings built at normal height in relation to the courtyard and below, on the riverbank, remains of …

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Château de Moulin-Neuf in Saint-Siffret

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The architectural heritage of this commune is remarkable. This is the Château de Moulin-Neuf. The elevated location of this village, which is located on the foothills of a vast limestone plateau, explains the presence of such a beautiful monument.

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Château de Gicon

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Gicon Castle is a 12th century ruin located at an altitude of 254 metres. It offers beautiful views of the Rhone Valley. An orientation table allows you to learn more about the surrounding area.

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The Top 20 Castles around Nimes

Aiguèze

Fort Saint-André

Towers and ramparts of Aigues-Mortes

Fourques Castle

Tower of Constance

King René's Castle, or Tarascon Castle

Ducal Palace of Uzès (Le Duché d'Uzès)

Citadel of Pont-Saint-Esprit

Château de Moulin-Neuf in Saint-Siffret

Château de Gicon

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