Pont du Gard
Visiting the Pont du Gard is an unforgettable experience. This 50‑km Roman aqueduct, built in the 1st century AD, carried water from a spring near Uzès to a Roman colony, now Nîmes. Today it stands as one of the best‑preserved Roman aqueduct bridges in the world — a masterpiece of ancient engineering.
The parking lot opens early, well in advance of the hours of the museum. Photographers get a chance to arrive well before the bulk of visitors.
Pont du Gard crosses the river valley.
Massive columns have stood for thousands of years to support the three layers of bridge.
Roman chariots did not cross this bridge. The driving section was added to the bottom layer centuries later.
Stones stand out on the side which were used during construction for vertical access.
It is simply an experience and view you never forget.