The rice fields of Saint-Gilles
The only region in France to cultivate rice fields, the Camargue is shaped by its production. And it's in the heart of the Saint-Gilles marshes that you'll find over 30 hectares of rice fields! The rice paddies are part of the Camargue landscape for almost eight months of the year.
From watering the fields in April, through sowing in May, to harvesting the rice in autumn, rice cultivation must follow these different stages! So, whether you prefer round, half-long, very long, whole-grain, white, black, red or fragrant rice, the choice is yours!
Growing vines in Saint-Gilles
The soil and climate of Saint-Gilles are ideal for growing vineyards which benefit from exceptional sunshine, mild winters and two rainy periods.
All these climatic factors contribute to the production of quality wines belonging to the "Costières de Nîmes" appellation.
Red, rosé or white, there's something for everyone!
The Wine House
Located in front of the Abbey of Saint-Gilles, the Maison des Vins brings together 11 winemakers offering their AOP Costières de Nîmes wines from Saint-Gilles vineyards .
The olive, the must-have of Saint-Gillois terroir
Fruit of the sun and the earth, theolive is a welcome addition to any table, whether as an aperitif or a side dish. Natural, green, black, in tapenade or processed into oil, there are dozens of ways to enjoy and appreciate them!
A In Saint-Gillesolives are an integral part of the part of the landscape covernt 100 hectares of the commune's agricultural land!
Very present on our territory, the famous "Picholine"a small, fruity olive with an intense fruity taste and juicy pulp, is considered the green gold of of our region. Shis cultivation, its taste ands multiples virtues at have earned it the designation ofAOC and PDO designations.
The estate grows 7 varieties of olives, harvested at different levels of ripeness: fruity green, turning, ripe black or old-fashioned.
Saint-Gilles, apricot capital!
Peaches, cherries, kiwis but above all apricots, these are the fruits grown on Saint-Gillois soil. ! Sith agricultural landscapes that change with the seasonsthe region offers us orchards lined with flowers in a thousand colors at spring and ripe ripefruit with luscious flesh at harvest time!
The microclimate of our region makes Saint-Gilles the perfect place to grow apricots. first varieties reach maturity at the end of May. Rorge, copper, orange, sweet or even juicy.uteous, you them you'll find thems on the various stalls of the local market !
Camargue bullfighting traditions!
Camargue bullfighting traditions are often featured in Saint-Gilles..
Bull and and votive festivals, Camargue races and other bullfighting games bear witness to the town's attachment to these traditions. It's particularly in August, during the Feria de la Pêche et de l'Abricot (Peach and Apricot Feria). you offers you a true Spanish interlude !
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Saint-Gilles Tourist Office
5 Place de la République
30800 Saint-GillesTel. 04 66 58 38 00
Opening hours
November 1 to March 31
Monday to Friday:
9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm
April 1st to October 31st
Monday to Saturday:
9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm
The reception office is closed on public holidays.
