BY THE ATLANTIC COAST
Beaches, forests, villages
A varied region with a lot to discover
At sea, on the coast or inland, the Charente-Maritime offers you many places to visit. Whether you love history or wonderful landscapes, you will be spoiled for choice!
Meschers sur Gironde
A balcony over the largest estuary in Europe, Meschers-sur-Gironde owes its fame to its troglodyte caves. Come and enjoy the southernmost seaside resort of our destination that offers various landscapes: beaches, forest, cliffs and marshes.
Five beaches for one resort!
Meschers-sur-Gironde is first and foremost a coast of fine sand. Vary the pleasures of the large beach of Suzac to the secret conch of Cadet via the Arnèche, the Vergnes and the Nonnes at the top for sailing activities.
Don’t hesitate to come to the reception, our receptionnists provides you with all the touristic leaflets to prepare your holiday outings.
THE BEACHES
+ than 70 km in the area of Royan Atlantic coast
From Meschers to Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, the fine sandy beaches extend over 70 kilometres, enough to choose a small cove or a large one. Each has its own style: secret, wild, urban or bordered by a pine forest. These family beaches back onto the seafronts of seaside resorts. You can spend the day there or take a dip in the sea between two activities. Secure and supervised, they host beach clubs and sports activities. Take full advantage of this privileged moment which allows you to commune with nature, sunbathe and swim!
The little extra: sea bathing in salt water is very good for your health, so don't hesitate!
In Meschers:
- Arnèche beach: Accessible by the coastal path, between Vergnes beach and Suzac beach, a few meters from the campsite.
- Plage des Vergnes: Family beach a few meters from the campsite. In summer, the fireworks start from La Couronne, a stretch of cliff surrounded by the sea at high tide.
- Suzac Beach: Beach located within the protection perimeter of the Suzac forest, which borders it. It is the largest beach in Meschers.
- Plage des Nonnes: The active beach of Meschers! Kids club, sailing club and other water activities.
- Conche de Cadet: Hidden, it is accessible by a large staircase. At high tide, the sand is completely covered. Access difficult, even prohibited at certain times of the year. Breathtaking view!
THE CITIES
architecture, history
A seaside resort open to the Gironde estuary and the ocean, Royan has been a renowned holiday resort since the 19th century for its fine sandy beaches and generous sunshine. Royan has many assets, in particular the quality and variety of its architecture with its Belle Epoque villas and its 1950s town planning, unique in Europe. Royan is a station that moves, with a range of sporting and cultural activities for all generations, a thalassotherapy institute and a casino that will make you spend pleasant moments of relaxation, as well as many events throughout the year.
The medieval city of Talmont-sur-Gironde stands out on a small peninsula on a rocky peak. Just after the cliffs of Meschers, located on the way to Saint Jacques de Compostela, Talmont was one of the places of passage for pilgrims crossing the Gironde. The Sainte-Radegonde church, built in 1094, remains impressive overlooking the Estuary, on a cliff side. The City hides many other curiosities, between small streets and alleys colored with its hollyhocks which contrast with the whiteness of the houses.
City of Art and History, Rochefort presents a unique maritime heritage in the world with the Corderie Royale, the Hermione Shipyard, the Forms of Radoubs, the Old School of Naval Medicine and the Navy Hospital or even the Garden of Returns. The National Maritime Museum, housed in the Mansion of Cheusses, allows the visitor to understand all this maritime history. Above the Charente, between Rochefort and Echillais, stands the very last Transporter Bridge in France.
A city steeped in history, La Rochelle impresses with its two medieval towers guarding the entrance to the port. For 1000 years, La Rochelle “the rebel” has loved being different: a democrat well before its time, it is Protestant when the whole of France is Catholic; it finds itself protected from kings when the country bends under the weight of taxes….. Throughout history, it displays its difference. Today, it remains a place of pilgrimage for many tourists.
During your stay, come and stroll through the aisles of the various local markets.
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