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The Camargue region of FrancePlaces to visit in The Camargue photos and guide
> The area is home to more than 400 species of birds, and one of the few places in Europe you will see the greater flamingo. The area is most famous for its horses which roam over the Camargue. You can see them in the photos below along with the specialised breed of bull. They are smaller that most modern breeds of bull and are raised for their distinctive meat
The Camargue horses
The best time to visit is in the spring and autumn it gets very hot in the summer, mosquitoes can be a problem. There are several ways to seethe area. You can park your car and walk you can hire a mountain bike.Or take a guided tour on the white Camargue horses. There are also jeep 4x4 tours from Ste. Maries-de-la-Mer
Camargue Bull
If you want to stay in the camargue for a few days the town of Arles is the place to stay there is a link at the bottom of the page. This is one of the many hotels in the town
Oustau Camarguen Hotel Port CamargueThe Oustau Camarguen Hotel is located in Le Grau Du Roi making it one of the best hotels to stay at while in town. The Oustau Camarguen Hotel boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. Each guestroom features amenities such as non smoking rooms, air conditioning, television, bathtub, mini bar. The amenities and services offered at this Le Grau Du Roi accommodation include bar/pub, restaurant, disabled facilities, business center, pets allowed. With elegant facilities and hospitality, guests at this hotel will surely have an impressive stay.
If you prefer your own place this house with a pool in the middle of the Camargue region.Could be just right for you
This property is situated on the outskirts of St Chamas, in a peaceful residential area. 5 kms from Miramas, 39 kms from St Rémy en Provence and Aix en Provence. 47 kms from Arles in the Camargue area and 52 kms from Marseille and Carry le Rouet with beaches and creeks. Pretty detached villa. Ground floor: Living room with open fireplace, satellite TV, DVD and radio/cassette/CD. Dining room with French window to garden The flamingo
Try a camping holiday in France there are campsites all over France.
You can stay in a tent or a caravan
Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
Cancale at Village Cancalais, Brittany
Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
Check out the deals at Disneyland Paris tickets and HotelsA gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers
This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away. Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.
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Weather Vane in the CamargueCottage to rent Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley
The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais are part of what used to be a working hamlet in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored farm hamlet retains plenty of the original rustic charm with its old oak beams and huge stone fireplaces.
Book this cottage here Hotel De La Vallee Dinard
In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel. Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea.
Dried lavender from Provence in handmade bags for sale on our other site
The Camargue
Wooden path in the Camargue
Visit our new page on the Paris antique markets Apartment Carcassonne
Delightful village location Beautifully furnished, quality property Lovely garden area Changeover Day: Saturday Car Essential A unique opportunity to stay within the city walls of the medieval city of Carcassonne. This old medieval city is a UNESCO world heritage site and is a maze of old streets, restaurants and shops all within walking distance of the apartment. The city is one of the only fully fortified medieval cities left in Europe and receives millions of visitors every year and has been used as a location in many films worldwide
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Cottage to rent
It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez
The Radisson SAS Hotel Biarritz The Radisson Hotel Montesquieu, Hérault villa rental
Beautiful private gardens Magnificent views Well-equipped, quality property Changeover Day: VariableCar Essential Baker''s van visits village 3 times a week, boulangerie in Gabian 7 km, more shops in Roujan 10 min drive, whilst the lovely market town of Pézenas 20 min drive has many restaurants and cafés, supermarkets and colourful Saturday market. Excellent swimming lake and walking at Vailhan 15 min, or Lac du Salagou with watersports 40 min drive. Lovely sandy beaches and windsurfing at Vias
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