Saint-Gilles Attractions
St-Gilles lies not far beyond the western border of Provence on the northern edge of the Camargue, 16km/10mi from Arles. The town is primarily important because of its 12th C. church, one of the most important Romanesque buildings in Southern France.
St-Gilles is a starting-point for trips into the Camargue.
St-Gilles is a starting-point for trips into the Camargue.
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Saint-Gilles Church
The 12th C church of Saint-Gilles stands in the Old Town. It features an ornate front with three doorways. Gothic forms feature prominently in the interior, which has three aisles and no transepts.
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Saint Gilles - Vis de St Gilles
The ruins of Vis de St Gilles include an impressive free standing staircase that was once part of the Old Choir.
Saint Gilles - Maison Romane de Saint-Gilles
In Saint Gilles, from the open space in front of the church (Place de la République) a narrow lane leads to the charming little Place de l'Olme. Here stands the Maison Romane (Romanesque House) which has capitals decorated with figures to be seen on its first and second storys. Inside there is a museum with an early Christian sarcophagus, relief fragments and a natural history collection. From the hall on the second floor there is a fine view across the roofs of St-Gilles. Immediately adjoining is the tourist office.
