Save places from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more
Pont du Gard
Attraction
4.6 (29924 reviews)
Mighty aqueduct bridge rising over 3 well-preserved arched tiers, built by 1st-century Romans.
30210 Vers-Pont-du-Gard, France
+33 4 66 37 50 99
Did You Know?
Annual Visitors
The Pont du Gard attracts over 1.4 million visitors each year, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations in France.
Ancient Engineering
This impressive aqueduct is almost 2000 years old and still stands as a testament to Roman engineering prowess.
World Heritage Site
Recognized for its historical and architectural significance, the Pont du Gard was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
Water Supply
The Pont du Gard was part of a complex aqueduct system that supplied the Roman city of Nîmes with water.
Highlights from Reviews
• impressive engineering
Visitors are consistently awed by the 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct's massive scale, precision, and enduring architectural genius.
• swimming opportunities
The clean and refreshing Gardon River beneath the aqueduct is popular for swimming, paddling, and cooling off, especially on hot days.
• historical significance
The site offers a profound connection to ancient Roman history, allowing visitors to walk across and touch a structure built two millennia ago.
• natural beauty
The surrounding river gorge, natural scenery, and lovely trails provide a beautiful backdrop for exploration and relaxation.
• museum and facilities
The well-designed museum provides educational insights into the aqueduct's construction and use, complemented by decent restrooms, shops, and cafes.
Featured in
Occitania's Diverse Heritage and Attractions
Tribune Tower, Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi, Musée Toulouse-Lautrec
Favorite Provence Destinations To Revisit Year After Year
Parc national des Calanques, Saint Paul de Vence, Verdon Gorge
10 Places in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Avignon, Verdon Gorge, Arles
10 Places in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Avignon, Verdon Gorge, Arles
2 Landmarks
The Ferreres Aqueduct
4 Landmarks
The Ferreres Aqueduct, Peña Cortada, Pont d'Aël
Occitanie's Villages, Architecture, and Natural Beauty
Béziers, Carcassonne, Parc national des PyrénéesCollect places like this, automatically
Share a post from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more. SpotFetch saves every place in it to your map.