Pont de Gau is a family legacy that began in 1949 when André Lamouroux, a nature enthusiast from Camargue, established a small zoological park. His son, René, took over in 1974 and transformed it into an innovative and educational space. He replaced old cages with large aviaries, expanded the park, and converted a neighboring hunting marsh into a protected area for Camargue nature. René developed discovery trails, created islands, planted trees and shrubs, and installed thematic panels for visitors. In the mid-70s, he established a wildlife care center, and in 1987, he leased the Ginès marsh, becoming its exclusive manager in 2005. René’s three sons, Vincent, Jérôme, and Frédéric, joined him in the 90s to continue his work. Today, the park spans 148 acres with over 4 miles of trails and offers an intimate experience with more than 200 species of birds.*

Each year, several thousand birds of different varieties pass through Pont de Gau.  In fact, on any day hundreds of flamingos may be nesting in the park.  The Park is a photographer’s paradise, not only for the large number of birds, but also for how close one can approach them.