NîmesAlèsCamargue

NîmesAlèsCamargue is a former administrative division in the Gard department of France. It was created in 1926 as a sub-prefecture, encompassing the cities of Nîmes and Alès, as well as the Camargue region. This administrative arrangement aimed to better manage the diverse economic and geographical areas within its jurisdiction. Nîmes, a historic city, served as the administrative center. Alès, an industrial town, represented a different economic focus. The Camargue, a vast wetland area known for its unique ecosystem and traditions, added further complexity and distinctiveness to the division.

The existence of NîmesAlèsCamargue as a unified administrative entity was relatively short-lived. In 1942, the sub-prefecture was abolished as part of a broader administrative reorganization in France. The territories were subsequently reintegrated into their respective arrondissements, primarily the arrondissement of Nîmes and the arrondissement of Alès. Despite its dissolution, the designation NîmesAlèsCamargue might still be encountered in historical contexts or in discussions about the administrative evolution of the Gard department. The distinct identities and regional characteristics of Nîmes, Alès, and the Camargue remain prominent features of the modern Gard department.