{"id":4355,"date":"2021-07-23T15:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T13:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/camping-les-embruns-oleron.com\/?p=4355"},"modified":"2022-12-02T16:07:25","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T15:07:25","slug":"holidays-on-doleron-island-what-to-see-what-to-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/camping-les-embruns-oleron.com\/en\/holidays-on-doleron-island-what-to-see-what-to-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Holidays on the island of Ol\u00e9ron: what to see, what to visit?"},"content":{"rendered":"

From beaches to villages, from ports to oyster huts, theOleron Island<\/strong>\u00a0offers great opportunities for discovery and leisure. A quick overview of what you absolutely must visit in\u00a0Oleron<\/strong>\u00a0during your camping holiday!<\/p>\n

One island, a thousand and one pleasures<\/h2>\n

Located in\u00a0Charente-Maritime<\/strong>, off the coast of\u00a0Rochefort<\/strong>,\u00a0Oleron Island<\/a>\u00a0is the largest metropolitan French island after the\u00a0Corsica<\/strong>. With an area of 174 km2, the Charente island stretches over 30 km long and 8 km at its widest point. Here are the best things to do and see on theOleron Island<\/strong>, nicknamed \u201cthe mimosa island\u201d because of its mild oceanic climate \u2013 the sunniest in\u00a0France<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 which allows the mimosas to bloom there in winter!<\/p>\n

The beaches of the island of Ol\u00e9ron<\/h2>\n

Known for its long, fine sandy beaches, theOleron Island<\/strong>\u00a0is an ideal destination for spending an unforgettable camping holiday by the sea. Among the\u00a0most beautiful beaches of Ol\u00e9ron<\/a>\u00a0we can cite the beach of\u00a0Green Wood<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Dolus of Oleron<\/strong>, the beach of\u00a0Cake<\/strong>, the beach of\u00a0Salmonards<\/strong>, the beach of\u00a0Chaucre<\/strong>\u00a0or even the beach of\u00a0Boyardville<\/strong>On the holiday program: swimming, sandcastles,\u00a0water sports<\/a>,\u00a0fishing on foot<\/a>\u2026<\/p>\n

The Chassiron lighthouse<\/h2>\n

Dressed in a beautiful black and white striped sailor shirt, the\u00a0Chassiron lighthouse<\/a>\u00a0was built in 1834. It is the oldest lighthouse in\u00a0France<\/strong>\u00a0still active after that of\u00a0Cordouan<\/strong>From the top of its 43 meters (224 steps), the Ol\u00e9ron lighthouse offers a breathtaking view of the northern part of the island,\u00a0La Rochelle<\/strong>\u00a0and theisland of re<\/strong>\u00a0neighbor. A must-do during your camping vacation!<\/p>\n

The Port of La Cotini\u00e8re<\/h2>\n

On the west coast of theOleron Island<\/strong>, THE\u00a0port of La Cotini\u00e8re<\/a>\u00a0is the first fishing port of\u00a0Charente-Maritime<\/strong>The boats with their multi-colored hulls and flags returning to port make it a highly touristic and cultural stopover. Come and buy your fish, oysters and shellfish at the Victorine market, just opposite the fish market.\u00a0The Cotiniere<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Citadel of Ch\u00e2teau-d'Ol\u00e9ron<\/h2>\n

Located at the entrance ofOleron<\/strong>, there\u00a0Citadel of Ch\u00e2teau-d'Ol\u00e9ron<\/a>\u00a0is a must-see during your camping holiday. A symbol of the island's rich heritage and history, the citadel was built in 1630 by Vauban on the orders of Richelieu. In season, guided tours are available with a guide in period costume and headdress. Much better than a history book!<\/p>\n

The village of Fort-Royer<\/h2>\n

South of\u00a0Boyardville<\/strong>, on the right bank of the channel of\u00a0The Perrotine<\/strong>, set off to discover the oyster huts of theOleron Island<\/strong>Nestled in the heart of a nature reserve, facing the oyster parks, the\u00a0village of Fort-Royer<\/a>\u00a0is an authentic century-old oyster-farming village, still in operation, with its colorful huts. A real postcard landscape, with the key to a\u00a0tasting of Marennes-Ol\u00e9ron oysters<\/a>\u00a0as part of the village's activities.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0everything you need to know about the markets on the island of Ol\u00e9ron<\/a><\/p>\n

The port of Salines<\/h2>\n

HAS\u00a0Grand-Village-Beach<\/strong>, THE\u00a0port of Salines<\/a>\u00a0invites you to discover the history of Ol\u00e9ron salt production and the salt-making profession. On the program: visit to the ecomuseum, guided walks, workshops for children, boat trip to discover the fauna and flora of the marsh... An escape into nature to listen, touch, see, smell and understand salt while having fun! At the end of the visit, a short visit to the\u00a0Salorge<\/strong>\u00a0will allow you to buy coarse salt and fleur de sel from theOl\u00e9ron Island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Bird Marsh<\/h2>\n

Right in the center of theOleron Island<\/strong>, in the municipalities of\u00a0Dolus-d'Oleron<\/strong>\u00a0and of\u00a0Saint-Pierre-d'Oleron<\/strong>, THE\u00a0Bird Marsh<\/a>\u00a0extends over a hundred hectares of deciduous woods and former salt marshes dedicated to wild and domestic fauna. It is also a bird park and a wildlife rescue center, where sick or injured animals are treated. A very beautiful walk to do with the family in\u00a0Oleron<\/strong>\u00a0with the children!<\/p>\n

The Boirie Gardens<\/h2>\n

In the heart of theOleron Island<\/strong>, there is an oasis where the poetry of flowers reigns supreme.\u00a0The Boirie<\/strong>, typical village of\u00a0Saint Pierre d'Ol\u00e9ron<\/a>, THE\u00a0Boirie Gardens<\/strong>\u00a0are a very pretty floral park of English and Asian inspiration, straight from the imagination of Thierry Lec\u00eatre, passionate about rare and exotic plants. Classified as a \u201cRemarkable Garden\u201d, this\u00a0unique botanical garden on the island of Ol\u00e9ron<\/a>\u00a0features a vast collection of sages, perennials, and tropical flowers. A beautiful garden in the middle of nowhere!<\/p>\n

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