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What to do and see in Gard, Occitanie: The Best Observation Decks & Towers
Discover the best top things to do in Gard, France including Les belvederes de Blandas, Tour Carbonniere, Bridge of the Holy Spirit, Tour de Constance, Tour Magne, Tour De Mole.
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1. Les belvederes de Blandas
2. Tour Carbonniere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By 18philippeb - Toulouse, France
This tower dates back to the 14th century and used to be the first defensive building of Aigues-Mortes, a very important French port by this time. Nowadays, there’re at least three reasons to visit this place. The tower itself standing alone in the middle of nowhere, the view you have on the Camargue once you climb up at the top, and the short walk you can make in the surroundings seeing waterfowl or bulls...
3. Bridge of the Holy Spirit
4. Tour de Constance
5. Tour Magne
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,482 reviews
The Tour Magne, i.e. the Great Tower, is the only tower left standing from the Roman city walls. The top of the tower of 140 steps provides a striking panoramic view of Nimes.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Tour Magne dates to the time of Roman emperor Augustus. In fact it was already built by then, and he just doubled it in size and incorporated it into the defensive walls of the city. According to information provided on site, this Magne Tower was the highest of some 80 towers that were part of the city's defensive walls. The wall surrounding the city was built in the year AD 16, and was 7 km long. In reality this wall was more of a symbol than an actual defence, as it existed as a show of strength on the part of the Roman empire. The Tower is a great point from which to get some magnificent, panoramic views of the city. The steps leading to the top are narrow and a bit difficult to negotiate. Highly recommended.
