Unmissable events for some, privileged places for strolling and meeting for others, the markets are a great success every summer. Traditional, artisanal or organic, here is our selection of the best markets to fill your basket during your stay in camping on the island of Oléron.
It’s so good to stroll around the markets of Oléron!
Every town and village has its own market and its own local and regional products, to discover while strolling along the stalls: fruits and vegetables, meat, charcuterie, oysters, fresh fish, cheeses, bread, honey and jams, preserves, wines and pineau, but also flowers, clothes, crafts, etc. Here are the market days, to note in the diary of your vacation on the island of Oléron!
Oléron Castle Market
A stone's throw from our campsite at Oleron Castle, this small, tempting market attracts many locals and tourists. Not to be missed is the large covered market on Sunday morning, a Sunday event that attracts crowds.
- Where? Place de la République, 17480 Le Château-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning in summer (off-season: every day except Monday).
- Evening openings during the summer season: Wednesday in town and Friday at the port.
Grand Village Beach Market
Quality, freshness, proximity and good humor are the key words of this producers' market on the southwest coast of theOleron IslandA very friendly summer event that never fails to delight all lovers of local products (fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, cheese, etc.).
- Where? On the Port des Salines and under the market hall (Allée des Pins, 17370 Le Grand-Village-Plage)
- When? Market under the hall every day in season (Wednesdays out of season), Wednesdays from April to September at Port des Salines.
- Night market every Tuesday in July and August, from 6 p.m. (Allée des Pins).
The market of Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
In the pedestrian street, many merchants, artisans and producers will help you discover their specialties to the rhythm of musical entertainment and street theater. An essential market to stock up on supplies for the holidays inOleron Island.
- Where? Place des Filles de la Sagesse, 17370 St-Trojan-les-Bains
- When? Every morning in summer, evening from 5:30 p.m. to midnight (July and August).
Dolus d'Oléron Market
This small summer market, rich in fresh and sunny produce, brings life to the tranquility of the village located in the southern part of theOleron Island. A selection of delicious, quality, fresh and local products!
- Where? Grande Rue, 17550 Dolus-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning in summer (off-season: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday).
Saint-Pierre d'Oléron Market
In the town centre, this very pleasant covered market welcomes numerous producers, traders and artisans from theOleron Island. Perfect for strolling between the stalls, discovering local gastronomy and know-how.
- Where? Rue Franck Massé, 17310 Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning in July and August (off-season: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday).
Cotinière Market
In the centre of the village, an unmissable food market to taste the flavours of local produce and chat with local producers: market gardener, oyster farmer, cheesemaker, butcher, etc.
- Where? Market Square, hamlet of La Cotinière, 17310 Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning, all year round.
- La Victorine Market (fish, crustaceans and shellfish), on the port of La Cotinière: every day from 3:30 p.m.
Saint-Georges d'Oléron Market
A traditional market always well stocked awaits you under the beautiful wooden Halles built in 1864, near a very beautiful Romanesque church from the 11th century. It is perhaps the smallest market on the island, but surely the largest by the beauty of the place!
- Where? Rue des Dames, 17190 Saint-Georges-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning in July and August (from April to June: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays).
Boyardville Market (Saint-Georges-d'Oléron)
Near the marina, a small typical market where you can find everything. A great selection of producers known for the quality of their products. Boyardville Beach and its view of the Fort Boyard add an extra charm to this trip to the market.
- Where? Boyardville Market Square, 17190 Saint-Georges-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning from April to September, night market every evening in July and August, from 5:30 p.m. to midnight.
Domino Market (Saint-Georges-d'Oléron)
Located in one of the most typical villages of the island attached to the municipality of Saint-Georges-d'Oleron, this is a market that does not lack character. It is the largest summer market in the town. The friendliness is always there, as is the freshness of the products. You can also find pretty souvenirs made in Oléron.
- Where? Domino Market 1d, 17190 Saint-Georges-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning from April to mid-September.
Chéray Market (Saint-Georges d'Oléron)
People come here to stock up on fresh, local produce from local producers. Villagers come to fill their baskets and get news of the country while tourists do their shopping in a lively and colorful atmosphere, that of vacations!
- Where? Market Square & Red Gate Road, 17190 Saint-Georges-d'Oléron
- When? Every morning in high season (off-season: every morning except Monday).
Brée-les-Bains Market
A beautiful market with a friendly atmosphere that brings together nearly 100 local producers and traders. A market where it is good to stroll, fill your basket and stock up on authentic and traditional flavors.
- Where? Market Square, 17840 La Brée-les-Bains
- When? Every morning from June to September (off-season: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Saint Denis d'Oléron Market
A lovely market with good products to whet your appetite with fresh, local produce, but also many exhibitors: clothing, jewelry, crafts, etc. All in a friendly atmosphere that continues on the terraces of the bars and restaurants set up on the port.
- Where? Place Charles de Gaulle, 17650 Saint-Denis-d'Oléron (opposite the church)
- When? Every morning during the summer (off-season on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)
- In July and August, a designers' market is also held on the esplanade of the port of Saint-Denis d'Oléron, on Friday evenings (from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.).