What could be better than an island to recharge your batteries? Set sail and embark with us at Oleron Island ! You are in the right place to enjoy the sea, live in tune with nature and spend a real holiday far from the hustle and bustle of the continent.
A breath of fresh sea air and a breath of freedom
With its many beaches, Oleron Island is a little paradise. Among the best known, we can mention the Saumonards beach, in the shade of pines and holm oaks, facing the Fort Boyard. Saint-Trojan-les-Bains is also worth a detour with its large fine sand beach, its little train and its renowned oyster port. Saint-Denis-d'Oleron, It is Boirie beach and its famous colorful cabins that attract families.
Fans of water sports are not left out. The island of Oléron lends itself to all practices: catamaran, stand-up paddle, sea kayak, surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, sand yachting, jet skiing, diving. At low tide, shore fishermen put on their boots to collect cockles, oysters and clams. And for those who have sea legs, there's nothing like a trip out to sea to fish for sea bass, sea bream and tuna in the Pertuis d'Antioche. A holiday where a real wind of freedom blows!
Hiking, biking and nature
Notice to cycle tourists, Oleron Island is a paradise for lovers of the little queen, with more than 160 km of cycle paths. Only flat, only happiness. Oléron also surprises hikers. A 100-kilometer route allows you to go around Oleron Island on foot on the coastal paths and sunken lanes. Fancy a dip in nature? Head for the Moëze-Oléron Nature Reserve, one of the main reception sites for migratory birds in France. The reserve can be visited all year round with the family. LPO guides will accompany you in your discoveries.
From ports to villages
The island of Oléron can also be discovered through its villages, its typical hamlets, its charming little ports, its places full of history and tradition. Historic capital of Oleron Island, THE Castle of Oleron opens the doors of its imposing Vauban citadel and those of the artists' and creators' huts gathered on the oyster port.
HAS Saint-Pierre-d'Oleron, the port of The Cotiniere is also part of the postcard of Oleron Island. Under a peaceful air hides the first fishing port of Charente. A cable length further, we pass in front of the family home of the famous travel writer Pierre Loti. Passing through Grand-Village-Beach, stop on the Port of Salines, where the history of salt and the know-how of salt workers are told to you.
Also not to be missed, the Chassiron lighthouse and its 360-degree panorama. You have to climb its 224 steps and reach a height of 46 m to admire a spectacular view of the ocean, La Rochelle, THE islands of Re, Aix And Fort Boyard.
And you, when are your holidays in Oléron?
Want to escape at a lower price in the camping spirit? For the holidays or an impromptu weekend, our 4-star Airotel Oléron campsite is delighted to welcome you to Oleron Castle, an ideal base for exploring and discovering Oleron Island. We offer you the rental of mobile homes, chalets and caravans. Comfort in the heart of nature, the swimming pool heated to 28°, the restaurant, but also the equestrian center are also among the campsite’s assets. Not forgetting the cycle path just opposite!
photo@Charlotte BARRIERE / CT