What's not to be missed on the Ile de Ré?
Between the Atlantic Ocean and the salt marshes, the island of Ré reveals a palette of landscapes that leave a lasting impression. Not far from your 5-star campsite, enjoy hours of cycling along the island's many paths. Or stroll along the 6 kilometers of wild, wooded beaches at Bois-Plage-en-Ré on the south coast. Stroll along the hollyhock-filled alleyways and fishing port of this emblematic seaside resort. The seaside resort is also home to the largest seasonal market on the Ile de Ré from April to September.
In Saint-Clément-des-Baleines, the view from the Baleines lighthouse is well worth the effort. The 257 steps lead up to a spectacular panorama, where the island takes shape between sky, land and sea. It's a climb that's sure to leave a lasting impression on your phone, as will discovering the salt marshes. In these landscapes shaped by man and nature, the white gold of the Ile de Ré reveals an ancestral know-how that is still very much alive.
Saint-Martin-de-Ré, considered the island's historic capital, has a captivating maritime charm and well-preserved heritage. Behind the fortified ramparts, the citadel, the Vauban fortifications and the half-timbered house of La Vinaterie bear witness to a rich past. The Lilleau des Niges nature reserve in Les Portes-en-Ré, , offers a more peaceful interlude. This protected site invites you to observe and contemplate, in an environment where nature retains its rightful place.
What tourist sites are worth visiting in Charente-Maritime?
Your Charente-Maritime seaside camping vacation will immediately take on a different rhythm. That of characterful villages and the ocean, which is never far away.
In the Marais Poitevin, glide along the canals of the Venise verte among the frogs and dragonflies. Stroll along the unspoilt beaches of the islands of Oléron and Aix and stop off at an oyster-farming hut to sample some oysters.
Charente-Maritime also has a lot to offer through its emblematic towns. In La Rochelle, stroll along the historic port between the Tours de Saint-Nicolas and de la Chaîne, before extending your visit to the aquarium. As you continue your visit, you'll pass through towns with a strong sense of character. Rochefort evokes its rich naval past, Royan boasts a seaside identity, while Saint-Jean-d'Angély retains its authentic medieval charm. In Saintes, the Roman amphitheater and the Abbaye des Dames bear witness to a remarkable cultural heritage.
For a change of pace, treat yourself to a relaxing interlude at the Antilles de Jonzac or take a cruise around Fort Boyard.