Discover the island of Oléron La lumineuse and its surroundings
France’s second-largest island after Corsica, and number one in Charente-Maritime, the island of Oléron, also known as “La lumineuse”, welcomes you to the Atlantic coast of the Charente archipelago, along with Ré, Aix, Madame and Nole. It covers an area of 174 km², is 30 kilometers long and 8 kilometers wide. It can be reached from the south by road via the free Marennes Oléron viaduct. Sailing enthusiasts can also moor in the harbors of Les Salines, Saint Trojan Les Bains (not far from the campsite), La Cotinière, Saint Denis d’Oléron, Le Douhet, Boyardville and Château d’Oléron. To the north of the island, the Phare de Chassiron, a 46-meter giant, stands watch and protects sailors and yachtsmen as they enter the Pertuis d’Antioche. The island’s 15 communes are brimming with treasures in this wilderness: architectural heritage, ecological riches, charming villages, traditional fishing ports, fine sandy beaches…
Visit Saint Trojan Les Bains from the campsite
If you’re looking for nature and well-being, discover the charming seaside resort of Saint Trojan les Bains with its many beaches: La petite plage, la plage du soleil, la plage de Gatseau and la grande plage. Make the most of your camping vacation on the Ile d’Oléron to explore the national forest and its trails by bike, on foot or on a guided tour with the Saint Trojan little train. Don’t forget to visit the colorful artisanal fishing and oyster-farming port of Marennes Oléron. And if you stay in this seaside resort in February, you’ll be able to attend the traditional mimosa festival with its floats, fancy dresses, majorettes, dancers and musicians.
La Cotinière, village of Saint Pierre d’Oléron
Just 15 km from the campsite, the village of La Cotinière is a must during your stay in Oleron. A major fishing port in Charente-Maritime, fish and shellfish are unloaded here every day to the delight of seafood lovers: shrimps, langoustines, oysters, mussels, sea bass, cuttlefish, sole, etc. Take a stroll through the town’s colorful alleyways, discover the fishermen’s colorful houses, visit the Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas church with its superb modern stained-glass windows, and take part in the evening market rich in local produce and other wares.
Saint Georges d’Oléron, the largest commune on the island of Oléron
With its 4,700 hectares, Saint-Georges-d’Oléron (Saint-Georges-d’Oléron) is the largest commune on Oléron. Located in the north of the island, it has 2 façades: ocean and mainland. It comprises several hamlets and villages, including Domino, Chaucre, Les Sables Vigniers, Cheray, Le Douhet and Boyardville. Visit the Romanesque church of Saint-Georges, the oldest building on the island. Finally, for those who love swimming and walking on the sand, no less than 16 km of beach await you.
Saint Denis d’Oléron: explore the north of the island
Saint Denis d’Oléron is home to the majestic Phare de Chassiron lighthouse, with a curious garden at its foot and a recreation of a fish lock. After 224 steps, the rotunda houses a museum on fishing and agriculture, as well as an exceptional panorama of the island, the ocean and Saint Denis d’Oléron and its 750-berth marina.
Tourism on the mainland : Boyardville and Fort Boyard
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In the forest, you’ll also discover an ancient military fort:
Discover Aix Island, easily accessible from Boyardville
Nestled in the heart of the Charente archipelago,Ile d’Aix is an unspoilt gem, ideal for a day’s getaway. Car-free, the island can be explored
Visit Le Château-d’Oléron, its ramparts and port
At the south-eastern entrance to the island of Oléron, opposite Bourcefranc-le-Chapus and its famous Fort-Louvois, stands Vauban’s no less famous Citadelle. It protects the charming seaside town of Château d’Oléron, one of the island’s major tourist and economic centers. Its oyster port is one of the most important in the Marennes Oléron basin. Here, you’ll discover a multitude of colorful huts dedicated to arts and crafts, where you can sample fresh seafood and fish, not forgetting the unmissable Marennes Oléron oysters.
