{"id":168682,"date":"2025-02-06T11:00:25","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T10:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/campingauport.com\/visite-charente-maritime\/"},"modified":"2026-08-06T15:57:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T13:57:33","slug":"visite-charente-maritime","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/houmeau.geek-tonic.dev\/en\/visite-charente-maritime\/","title":{"rendered":"Charente-Maritime"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What to see and do in Charente-Maritime?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Depuis notre campsite near La Rochelle<\/a>, Camping Au Port de L’Houmeau, you will be perfectly settled in mobile home rental in L\u2019Houmeau<\/a> to explore our beautiful Charente-Maritime region<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The most beautiful places<\/strong> of Charente-Maritime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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La Rochelle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La Rochelle<\/a> is a city that combines cultural and leisure activities, fun visits full of history, as well as lazing and relaxation. We recommend strolling through the streets and discovering all the treasures of La Rochelle: the old town, the Halles, the beaches and the Vieux-Port. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Admire the towers of La Rochelle: the Tour de la Lanterne, the Tour de la Cha\u00eene and the Tour Saint-Nicolas, visit the Aquarium de La Rochelle and Cath\u00e9drale Saint-Louis. The city is known for its many museums: the Mus\u00e9e Maritime, the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts, the Bunker de La Rochelle and the Mus\u00e9um d\u2019Histoire Naturelle. <\/p>\n\n\n

La Rochelle is also renowned for its festivals such as the Francofolies, its Festival International du Film and the Grand Pavois.<\/p>\n\n

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L\u2019\u00eele de R\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In just a few minutes by car or by taking an inter-island cruise, you will be on\u00eele de R\u00e9<\/a>. You will not be indifferent to the natural, maritime charm of \u00cele de R\u00e9. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can go there to visit the island\u2019s many treasures, such as the Phare des Baleines, the market of Bois-Plage-en-R\u00e9, Atelier Quillet, the Abbaye des Ch\u00e2teliers and Fort La Pr\u00e9e. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hire a bike or a boat and set off to discover the natural sites of \u00cele de R\u00e9, such as the R\u00e9serve Naturelle Nationale du Lilleau des Niges and the Marais Salants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ch\u00e2telaillon-Plage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A few kilometres from our seaside campsite<\/a> in L\u2019Houmeau, discover the seaside resort<\/strong> de Ch\u00e2telaillon-Plage<\/strong>. This little corner of paradise will charm you with its 3 kilometres of beach, its many water sports and its Casino. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss the international kite festival over the Easter weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rochefort<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rochefort<\/strong> is a City of Art and History located 1 km from our campsite with Charente-Maritime water park<\/a>, Au Port de L’Houmeau. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will discover its maritime past, notably with the Corderie Royale, a former manufactory that supplied rope to the Royal Navy. Rochefort is also the home port of the frigate l\u2019Hermione.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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L\u2019\u00eele d\u2019Aix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

L\u2019\u00eele d\u2019Aix<\/strong> is a haven of peace, protected from all pollution. You can only get around on foot or by bike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The island is also known for hosting Napoleon from 12 to 15 July 1815. Many remnants and treasures from his stay are preserved and on display at the museum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00cele d\u2019Ol\u00e9ron<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Discover the\u00eele d\u2019Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong>, the largest island on the Atlantic coast. \u00cele d\u2019Ol\u00e9ron is known for its mimosas and oyster parks. You can also wander around the island and discover many other treasures, such as its fine sandy beaches, pine forests, the Maison de l\u2019Hu\u00eetre in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains, the fishing port of La Cotini\u00e8re and the Chassiron lighthouse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Off the island, you will see Fort Boyard, which you can get closer to by boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Parc Naturel R\u00e9gional du Marais poitevin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La zone humide du Marais poitevin<\/strong> is a vast protected space of wild fauna and flora. You will find sandy beaches, dunes, forests, cliffs, mudflats and marshes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We particularly invite you to discover the Venise Verte, classified as a Grand site de France, and the Abbaye de Maillezais, listed as a historic monument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Mervent-Vouvant forest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Over 5,000 hectares stretches the Mervent-Vouvant forest<\/strong> and its countless oaks. You will see the vast stretch of water formed by the Mervent dam reservoir. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This forest will delight young and old; you can enjoy many outdoor activities such as horse riding, hiking, mountain biking and water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fontenay-le-Comte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fontenay-le-Comte<\/strong> is a charming City of Art and History that invites you on a journey through time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroll through the streets of the town centre while observing, visiting and photographing historic monuments such as Place Belliard, the arcaded houses, the townhouses, the half-timbered houses and \u00c9glise Notre-Dame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Activities in Charente-Maritime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Charente-Maritime offers a host of activities to discover during your stay at Camping Au Port de L’Houmeau, our seaside campsite near La Rochelle<\/a>. Essayez les water sports<\/strong> comme sailing, paddleboarding or kayaking<\/strong> on the surrounding beaches, especially at Ch\u00e2telaillon-Plage, known for its sports facilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set off to discover hiking trails and cycle paths offering breathtaking views of the coast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For nature lovers, the Marais d\u2019Yves reserve is an ideal setting to observe preserved biodiversity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, dive into local history by visiting landmark sites such as the Mus\u00e9e maritime de La Rochelle or its medieval towers. An outing between nature, sport and culture awaits you\u202f!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Local gastronomy <\/strong>Charentais<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During your stay in Charente-Maritime, let yourself be won over by the authentic flavours of the Charentais terroir. Taste the must-tries Marennes-Ol\u00e9ron oysters<\/strong>, renowned for their delicacy, accompanied by a glass of pineau des Charentes or cognac, local prides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seafood and fish lovers will delight in specialties such as \u00e9clade de moules<\/strong> or the traditional Charente fish soup<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To discover the regional products<\/strong>, fl\u00e2nez sur les march\u00e9s de La Rochelle ou de Ch\u00e2telaillon-Plage. Enfin, poussez la porte des restaurants typiques pour savourer des plats pr\u00e9par\u00e9s avec passion. Un voyage gourmand au c\u0153ur de la Charente-Maritime vous attend !
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Explore L\u2019Houmeau, the charming town of our campsite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located at the gateway to La Rochelle, L\u2019Houmeau<\/strong> is a little gem of Charente-Maritime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This charming village offers an idyllic setting between coastline and lush nature. Stroll along its picturesque harbour, explore the quiet beaches or set off on a walk along the coastal paths. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also savour local produce in its friendly restaurants. L\u2019Houmeau is an ideal destination for a peaceful holiday, between discoveries and relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Discover the surroundings: our seaside, \u00cele de R\u00e9 and La Rochelle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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