Camping in Charente-Maritime

A Camping holiday in Charente-Maritime

Charente-Maritime is a wonderful place to spend a fun family camping holiday. A superb micro climate ensures mild winters and delightful summers. With endless stretches of coastline, there is always a lovely beach near your campsite. From the bustling resorts of La Palmyre and Royan, to the calmer waters of Saint Palais-sur-Mer. Visit the fabulous towns of La Rochelle, Saintes and Rochefort to soak up the culture and history. Looking for outdoor adventure? Then take your pick from kayaking, surfing, biking, hiking or horse riding. For some of the best seafood in France head for the magnificent islands of Île de Ré and Île d'Oléron or visit the oyster farms in Marennes-Oléron. When holidaying in Charente-Maritime you’re deep in Cognac country. Visit the vineyards, buy a bottle and relax back at your campsite veranda with the perfect tipple to watch the sun go down!

Family Camping fun by the beach in Charente-Maritime

Charente-Maritime has plenty of lovely beaches near your campsite to ensure you of a wonderful camping holiday by the sea. The bustling resorts of St.Georges de Didonne and La Palmyre have broad sandy beaches and lots of facilities. Saint Palais-sur-Mer has very calm waters making it perfect for children. The 12 km long Grande Plage on Ile d'Oléron is backed by sand dunes and huge pines and is a more tranquil affair. For postcard perfect sands head for the Le-Bois-Plage-en-Ré and Couarde sur Mer on the Ile de Ré. Chatelaillon-Plage is a charming resort with a beautiful seafront and the perfect place for a long lazy lunch.

City trips near your campsite in Charente-Maritime

Art and history lovers head for the pretty town of Saintes in the south-east of Charente-Maritime to admire the Présidial fine arts museum and the 1st century Gladiator amphitheatre. Stroll through the old streets of Rochefort , down to the ancient harbour to see the replica of the 17th century French navy frigate Hermione. Admire the magnificent seafaring heritage of La Rochelle with its arcaded walkways, half-timbered houses , ghoulish gargoyles and a fabulous collection of lighthouses. Visit the seaside resort of Royan with its bustling boulevard, shops and casino and the Belle Époque architecture. The beautiful and popular island of Île de Ré and Ile d'Oleron are a must see, with their picturesque little villages, beautiful beaches and excellent restaurants.

Outdoor Activities near your campsite in Charente-Maritime

Charente-Maritime is a remarkable place for outdoor lovers. With lots of adventurous activities close your campsite. Ride a horse on one of the many wonderful beaches, take to the water with some sea kayaking, catch a wave at Ile de Ré and the Ile d’Oléron, both excellent surfing spots! Give the kids a thrill at the tree top adventure park in Les Mathes. Hikers and bikers will be in heaven here, with endless cycling and walking routes near your campsite. Fancy fresh fish for dinner? Go down to the Charente river and catch some tasty trout for on the BBQ.

Things to see and do near the campsite in Charente-Maritime

Visit one of the loveliest places in Charente-Maritime, Île de Ré. Hire a bike and cycle past pretty harbour villages, poppy fields, oyster farms and pine forests for an unforgettable experience. Nature lovers head for one of the largest wetlands in France the Marais Poitevin. Ride a flatboat across the Green Venice of the region. You might get lucky and spot a kingfisher or deer. Seafood fans go to Marennes-Oléron, the leading European centre for oyster farming. Visit the Oyster city museum, then sample the goods in a restaurant close by. For a great day out with the kids, take them to La Palmyre zoo, it’s one of the largest in Europe. Looking for that perfect after dinner drink? Drop into Cognac and bring back a bottle of the famous brandy to your campsite!