Salin-de-Giraud is a Camargue destination in a class of its own: a village shaped by the history of the salt industry, set in a stunning natural environment. Situated on the right bank of the Grand Rhône, its sparkling salt marshes, lunar landscapes and ideal vantage points for watching pink flamingos and Camargue fauna. It’s an unusual and authentic place, deeply rooted in local traditions.
From Le Clos du Rhône campsite, you can reach this off-the-beaten-track stopover in less than 40 minutes. Walking, cycling or horse-riding, crossing the Rhône by ferry, discovering wild beaches… Salin-de-Giraud offers a complete change of scenery, between heritage, nature and serenity. On this page, you’ll discover the must-sees and activities to enjoy when you visit this more secretive Camargue, with its open spaces.
Landscapes shaped by salt and the Rhone
What can I see near the campsite in Salin de Giraud?
Located on the right bank of the Grand Rhône, Salin de Giraud is a typical village of the Camargue delta. Here you’ll discover the vast salt marshes – which produce some 800,000 t of salt a year over more than 11,000 ha – and the colonies of pink flamingos that stop off here. Don’t miss the Barcarin church, built in 1865 for the salt workers, and enjoy the authentic landscapes shaped by the salt industry.
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of salty nature
What to do near the campsite in Salin de Giraud?
- Birdwatching: trails and observatories allow you to admire flamingos, egrets and other migratory species.
- Guided tours on foot, horseback or bicycle around the salt marshes, the marshes and the sea wall, organized by the local Tourist Office.
- Cross the Grand Rhône by ferry from Barcarin, a picturesque experience ideal for reaching Port-Saint-Louis.
- Den of saline landscapes: climb the observation walls to contemplate the glistening white salt flats and rich local wildlife.
Discoveries between sea, dunes and birds
Must-sees near Salin de Giraud
- Plage de Piémanson: a huge, wild beach of fine sand, where flamingos and kitesurfers meet.
- Faraman lighthouse: 10 km away, this historic 1830 lighthouse offers a unique panorama of the salt marshes and the Mediterranean.
- Explore the Camargue National Nature Reserve, including the sea wall, La Capelière and the many bird protection zones.
The ideal starting point for discovering Arles
Campsite rental in Salin de Giraud
Camping Le Clos du Rhône, in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, is less than 40 minutes by car from Salin de Giraud, making it an ideal base for discovering this little-known part of the Camargue. You’ll enjoy an exceptional natural setting, with wild beaches, spectacularly colorful salt flats and typical regional landscapes.
The campsite offers comfortable accommodation (mobile homes, cottages), spacious pitches for tents or caravans, and an aquatic area with heated pool, paddling pool and water games. A variety of services are available for the whole family: entertainment, catering, bike hire, playground, kids’ club… So you can alternate relaxing days at the campsite with excursions to Salin de Giraud or the surrounding area.
Accessible points of interest include the pink salt marshes, the beaches of Piemanson and Beauduc, the discovery trails around the Rhône and the typical villages of the delta. The site is also an excellent starting point for observing migratory birds, including the famous pink flamingos. When you choose Le Clos du Rhône, you combine comfort, nature and freedom in the heart of the Camargue.