Aigues-Mortes is a completely walled town that has changed little in appearance since its glory in the Middle Ages.
Today, visitors wander about in a virtually intact thirteenth century fortified town.
The walls are particularly interesting. The land side was protected by a sea-water moat, now filled, Three corners of the rectangular wall are protected by towers of different design and size.
The center of the town, predictably named Place St. Louis and graced by his statue, is a pleasant place for lunch. During the peak of the summer season, the main streets can be busy, though not oppressively so. A stroll down side streets can be most rewarding, especially if you have stayed overnight and are up before the arrival of day tourists.
