Vaccarès Lagoon – Camargue Salt Flats loop from Lou Cassaire

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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Vaccarès Lagoon – Camargue Salt Flats loop from Lou Cassaire

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4.2

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Vaccarès Lagoon – Camargue Salt Flats loop from Lou Cassaire

04:43

83.2km

70m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 16.0 km for 378 m

Open: • 4:20 AM-2:00 AM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.75 km

Long straight path in Parc naturel régional de Camargue

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Good sun protection and plenty of water are recommended when it is really hot.
There are only a few shady spots.

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26.9 km

Bras de Fer

Lake

32.8 km

Along the Étang du Fournelet

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Here we find a beautiful dirt road between the pond of Fournelet and the regional nature reserve of the Tour du Valat. It is a peaceful site with wonderful views left and right.

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37.2 km

Vaccarès Lagoon

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Magnificent views of wild beauty in unspoiled nature!

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38.9 km

Etang de Vaccares - Paradise for waterfowl

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Anyone who wants to observe waterfowl and has the appropriate binoculars will find what they're looking for. Birdwatching stations have been built in some locations, which are slightly elevated and offer a better overview.

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39.2 km

Camargue Salt Flats

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This natural site, between land and sea, is a true haven for nature lovers. Walking along the salt marshes, you can observe exceptional wildlife, including pink flamingos, emblematic of the …

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40.8 km

Vaccarès Lagoon

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59.7 km

Viewpoint

61.4 km

Archaeological Site

64.0 km

Van Gogh Bridge

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Built in 1837, this double-drawbridge was built along the Arles canal.
From its real name, Langlois bridge to Lavandières, it inspired the painter Vincent Van Gogh to create a series …

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64.0 km

Cycle path to Arles on the canal

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Cycles beautifully and you have a nice view of the rice fields.

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83.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.9 km

30.1 km

3.13 km

2.82 km

911 m

378 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

79.2 km

1.87 km

1.26 km

589 m

314 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 21 October

18°C

8°C

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Comments

March 25, 2025,F 2 Salins de Camargue – Salin du Mas des Crottes Runde von Arles

The saltworks area is huge. Access is available for €8, especially for cyclists. Unfortunately, it's only open from April 1st. Otherwise, the trail is characterized by a very long, straight stretch (a former railway line). On the way back, I encountered a strong headwind (Mistral?). Unfortunately, there are practically no places to stop for refreshments. Be careful: mosquitoes will swarm …

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