The Camargue race explained

Beaucaire
  • Camargue bull seen from behind facing a white-clad raseteur in the Beaucaire arena during a traditional Camargue bull-running demonstration.
  • A guide explains the traditions of Camargue bull running to a group of visitors seated in the stands of the Beaucaire arena
  • A white-clad raseteur dodging a charging Camargue bull on the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, in front of the red barriers.
  • Several raseteurs dressed in white standing across the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, with spectators watching from the stands.
  • Front view of a Camargue bull standing on the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, showing its long curved horns with red barriers in the background.
  • A guide speaking with visitors beside the arena in Rodilhan, introducing them to the traditions of Camargue bull running.
Camargue bull seen from behind facing a white-clad raseteur in the Beaucaire arena during a traditional Camargue bull-running demonstration.A guide explains the traditions of Camargue bull running to a group of visitors seated in the stands of the Beaucaire arenaA white-clad raseteur dodging a charging Camargue bull on the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, in front of the red barriers.Several raseteurs dressed in white standing across the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, with spectators watching from the stands.Front view of a Camargue bull standing on the sandy floor of the Beaucaire arena, showing its long curved horns with red barriers in the background.A guide speaking with visitors beside the arena in Rodilhan, introducing them to the traditions of Camargue bull running.

Presentation

Are you curious to discover the Camargue culture in its most authentic form ? This immersive tour is made for you.

Description

Designed for both newcomers and the simply curious, this experience opens the door to a unique world: that of the Camargue bull race, an ancestral sport deeply rooted in our region.

Guided by Alicia, you’ll get up close to the action and the traditions. You’ll discover the essential roles of the Camargue bull—the true star of the arena—and the raseteurs, the agile athletes who compete with skill and bravery.

You’ll learn how to decipher the codes, gestures, and rules… but also how to feel the shared emotion that emerges from every race.

A special, lively, and accessible moment where Alicia will answer all your questions—so that the Camargue bull race no longer holds any secrets for you.

Depending on the chosen date, the visit takes place in the arena of the town listed below.

Upcoming dates:
Wednesday, July 8 at 6:00 p.m : Young Bulls Race at the Aimargues Bullring.
Wednesday, July 15 at 6:00 p.m : League Race at the Aimargues Bullring.
Tuesday, July 21 at 6:00 p.m : Trophée de l’Avenir at the Remoulins Bullring.
Monday, August 10 at 6:00 p.m : Trophée de l’Avenir at the Uzès Bullring.
Wednesday, August 12 at 6:00 p.m : Trophée de l’Avenir at the Vallabrègues Bullring.
Monday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m : Stallion Race at the Beauvoisin Bullring.
Thursday, August 20 at 6:00 p.m : Young Bulls Race at the Manduel Bullring.

Practical Information

  • Spoken language(s) :
    • French
    • English
    • German
  • From :
    • 18 € per adult
  • Duration :
    • 3h00
  • Make sure you have :
    • Sun screen
    • Hat
    • Water bottle
    • Comfortable outfit
  • Important :
    • Adult supervision required
  • Note :
    • Non-cancellable, non-refundable
    • Reservations are required
  • Access conditions :
    • No dogs allowed

Rates and Availabilities

Meeting Point

Depending on the chosen date, the meeting point will be at the arenas of the relevant commune.

Destination
30300
Beaucaire
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 43.808401
Longitude : 4.646193