Located in Vers-Pont-du-Gard, the Pont du Gard was built by the Romans in the first century AD, and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1985. Proudly overlooking the Gardon gorges, this stone colossus is the emblem of the destination but above all an unmissable visit during your stay in the Pays d'Uzès Pont du Gard.
Come and discover the Pont du Gard
Gard's Bridge was built by the Romans in the first century AD. In reality, it is not a bridge, but a vestige of the aqueduct which transported water from the Eure source in Uzès, to the ancient Roman city “Nemausus”, known today as Nîmes. For five centuries, 35 m000 of water were transported every day by the Uzès-Nîmes aqueduct, to supply drinking water to the inhabitants, but also to the thermal baths, fountains and gardens.
48,77 meters high, built on three levels, and proudly overlooking the Gardon, it is today the tallest ancient aqueduct bridge in the world ! It is a true symbol of Roman scientific genius. About 50 kilometers long, its total height difference is only 17 meters. The builders of the time had to demonstrate great ingenuity to build, across the scrubland landscapes, bridges, pipes and tunnels to Nîmes.
Today, the Pont du Gard is the only example of an ancient three-story bridge still standing and preserved. Over the centuries, the Pont du Gard has been the source of inspiration for many artists: great names in literature, including Rabelais, Rousseau, Stendhal, Dumas and Mérimée have described its particular beauty.
“You know that this monument, which was only a simple aqueduct, rises majestically in the middle of the deepest solitude. The soul is thrown into a long and deep astonishment. The Colosseum in Rome hardly plunged me into such a deep reverie. »
Visit the Pont du Gard
Right bank or left bank ?
The right bank, by Remoulins, allows you to access the swimming spots, the bistro and the restaurant. The left bank, by Vers-Pont-du-Gard, allows you direct access to the Museum and exhibition spaces.
Whichever bank you choose, the site is pedestrianized and you just have to cross the bridge to reach the other bank.
Cultural spaces
To learn more about the history of the Pont du Gard and its construction, Direction the museum and the cinema. An invitation to dive into life-size history: reconstruction, full-size replica of the construction site... You will unlock all the secrets of our Roman jewel!
The visit feels like a return to the past, a key to understanding the building genius of the Romans.
You can also discover the history of the Pont du Gard by following the guide! Guided tours are offered all year round to visitors.
Et for children from 5 to 12 years old, head to the Ludo space. On the program: learning about Roman civilization, hydraulic techniques, archeology, and the observation of nature in an educational way.
| Opening hours from January 01 to December 31, 2024 | |
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| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
The Museum is closed to the public every Monday morning.
The museum spaces will be closed on December 25 and January 1.
To find out about timetables, prices and events, and to book your tickets or subscribe, visit the website
| Admission fees | Min. | Max. |
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| Reduced price |
6 € | 13 € |
| Adult |
8 € | 15 € |
| Kids |
0 € | 6 € |
| Reduced price |
6 € | 13 € |
| Adult |
8 € | 15 € |
| Kids |
0 € | 6 € |
Memory of scrubland
Memory of the garrigue, it is a plot of 15 ha restored to discover all the richness of this Mediterranean landscape : the scrubland. Follow the route of the aqueduct to discover the remains of the Roman work or stroll along the river to listen to the gentle lapping of the Gardon flowing under the arches of the Pont du Gard.
Hiking, cycling and canoeing at Pont du Gard
What if you combined historical discovery and outdoor activities on the Pont du Gard site?
Hiking on the trail of the remains of the aqueduct in Vers-Pont-du-Gard, or in the surrounding scrubland, by bike on the Uzès-Beaucaire greenway, or by canoe on the peaceful waters of the Gardon gorges… Many experiences offer you unique views of this legendary Roman aqueduct.
Swimming at Pont du Gard
The Pont du Gard site is the unmissable swimming spot of the destination!
In summer, the banks of the Gardon transform into beaches to enjoy a moment of relaxation.
In the sun, with your feet in the water with an exceptional view of one of the most beautiful monuments in the world, treat yourself to a refreshing break at the Pont du Gard !
A labeled and preserved monument
The Pont du Gard site has been the subject of regular restorations and preservation measures since the 1840th century. In 1985, it was classified as a Historic Monument, and it was in XNUMX that it was included on the list of Cultural heritage MUNESCO world as a “witness to human creative genius”. Then, in 2004, it was labeled Larges Sites of France.
The Pont du Gard site is also labeled Great sites of Occitania, with Nîmes and Uzès, which bring together a collection of 40 exceptional sites in our region.
The objective of these labels? The preservation and enhancement of the most visited ancient monument in France.