The hinterland
Would you like to discover the many facets of the Charente-Maritime region during a stay at the St-Tro’Park campsite in Oléron? Whether you prefer the pleasures of a seaside vacation to enjoy the beauty of the coastline, the coastal scenery or the narrow streets of the old town on the Ile d’Oléron, Charente-Maritime has a breathtaking vacation in store for you.
La Palmyre Zoo and the Royannais region
Nestled in the heart of an 18-hectare pine forest, La Palmyre Zoo in Les Mathes is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Charente-Maritime region. Here, you’ll discover over 1,600 birds, primates, carnivores, ungulates, marine mammals and reptiles, representing 110 different species.
After visiting the zoo, head further south to discover the Royan region, with its harbours, wide beach and the departure point for boats on the crossing to Le Verdon in Gironde.
Visit Rochefort and the Corderie Royale
Not far from the Ile d’Oléron is the town of Rochefort. It was here that the famous ship L’Hermione was rebuilt, and has been sailing the oceans ever since she was rebuilt.
You won’t want to miss the corderie royale, the long building used to make ropes for ships.
La Rochelle, a must-see seaside resort
Prefecture of Charente-Maritime, La Rochelle is world-famous for its fishing port and gigantic marina. Its famous towers, old quarter architecture and shops make it a unique place to visit, not to mention its extraordinary aquarium: located in the city center opposite the Old Port, discover one of Europe’s largest private aquariums. Meet over 12,000 marine animals: sardines, langoustines, shrimps, seahorses, starfish, cuttlefish and other fish that inhabit the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as other species living in other oceans such as parrotfish, surgeonfish, mandarinfish… A superb family day out not to be missed.For more information, visit thecampsite reception where you’ll find a wealth of information on unusual places to visit in Charente-Maritime.
