13 – Bouches-du-Rhone
13 – Bouches-du-Rhone
Bouches-du-Rhône is defined by strong contrasts, from the wetlands and lagoons of the Camargue to the semi-steppe plains of the Crau and the limestone massifs of the Alpilles and Calanques. These landscapes support a distinctive mix of wetland, steppe and Mediterranean species, making the department one of the most ecologically important lowland areas in southern France.
Wild Places
Wild Places
waiting to be discovered are:
calanques national park
Calanques National Park
The Alpilles Regional Park
A limestone massif of low hills, valleys and plateaus characterised by garrigue, olive groves and open farmland. The Alpilles support one of the richest assemblages of Mediterranean birds in France, including several nationally rare breeding species.
A limestone massif of low hills, valleys and plateaus characterised by garrigue, olive groves and open farmland. The Alpilles support one of the richest assemblages of Mediterranean birds in France, including several nationally rare breeding species.
The Camargue Regional Park
One of Europe’s most famous wetland landscapes. The Camargue is defined by lagoons, reedbeds, salt marshes and extensive grazing land, supporting enormous numbers of resident and migratory birds.
Over 400 bird species have been recorded here, making it one of the most important birding areas in Western Europe.
One of Europe’s most famous wetland landscapes. The Camargue is defined by lagoons, reedbeds, salt marshes and extensive grazing land, supporting enormous numbers of resident and migratory birds.
Over 400 bird species have been recorded here, making it one of the most important birding areas in Western Europe.
