Pont du Gard

The Pont du Gard is a Roman aqueduct bridge built over the Gardon. It is an architectural splendor, superbly preserved, and the site is truly grandiose. There are many tourists there, some bathe in the Gardon. The site being very extensive, there is enough to find a quiet space for picnicking and playing with the children.

The Pont du Gard is the most famous and important aqueducts of the Gallo-Roman era and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.
This ancient bridge is a masterpiece of architecture of the time, supplying the city of Nîmes with its nearly 50-kilometer-long aqueduct daily with around 20,000 liters of fresh water.
At the Pont du Gard there is the possibility to have a meal at the restaurant with a breathtaking view and also a refreshing dip in the Gardon. Another option is to visit the Pont du Gard by canoe from a single perspective. An adjoining museum explains the history of the Pont du Gard.

The Pont du Gard became a pilgrimage site for master stonemasons from the 17th century. They carved their coats of arms in the stone.
Various stonemason's marks can be seen on the bridge