Île-de-Ré
Situated in the heart of the Atlantic coast, theIle de Ré is a veritable paradise that we'll be delighted to show you during your stay with us at the campsite.
With a length of 32 kms and a year-round population of 18,000, rising to over 150,000 at the height of summer, theisland of Ré is home to 10 villages, each brimming with charms and wonders to discover.
Going to Saint-Clément-des-Baleines
Old lobster village, St-Clément-des-Baleines is bordered to the west by the wild coast, to the east by the salt marshes and to the north by the immense beach of the Conche des Baleines and its lighthouse. You'll also love getting away from it all, thanks to kilometers of bike paths through vineyards, new potato fields and salt marshes, and indulging in culinary escapades during your vacation on the Ile de Ré.
What to do in Saint-Clément des Baleines
The village center of Saint Clément is 800 m from the campsite. Here you'll find the church square with its local produce market, open every day in July and August and on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays in low season. A newspaper stand and bicycle rental service are also available every day during the summer period from April to the end of September.
Other activities are also available around the La plage campsite:
- Tennis 50 m away
- Equestrian center 1 km away
- Pony Club for children 800 m away
- Sailing school 100 m away in July and August on La Conche beach
- Thalasso 4 km
- 9-hole golf course 5 km away
Crossing Les Portes-en-Ré
A 20-minute bike ride from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines, a stroll to Les Portes-en-ré is an opportunity to cross the landscapes of the Ile de Ré and its salt marshes. A stopover at the Maison du Fier is a particularly interesting way to discover the island's rich biodiversity.
Discover Ars-en-ré
The narrowest passageway on the island, in the heart of the salt marshes, Ars en Ré has been classified as one of the "most beautiful villages in France", with its 12th and 13th century church and black-and-white bell tower. From the campsite, it's a 20-minute bike ride to stroll through the flower-filled alleyways, stroll along the port, watch the movement of the boats and listen to the stories of the people of Ré.
Visit La Couarde-sur-mer
In the heart of "Ré La Blanche", La Couarde-sur-Mer was the first renowned seaside resort on theIle de Ré. The village's popularity is due in part to its charm and authenticity, but also to its 5 km of beaches, among the most beautiful on the Atlantic coast.
Explore Loix
Certified "Cittaslow", the Loix peninsula is home to the island's smallest village, where good living is cultivated daily. Loix has been a salt-growing destination since the 14th century, and today is committed to protecting the environment. A visit to the village of Loix will allow the most curious to discover its church, its market and its port, where an old tide mill is located nearby.
