PLACES OF INTEREST CLOSE TO OUR GÎTE: 1. LA ROCHELLE * Old Port: view of the medieval towers, stroll * La Rochelle Aquarium: marine biodiversity, family activities * Maritime Museum: naval history, model ships * Historic quarter: half-timbered houses, architecture 2. ÎLE DE RÉ * Beaches: fine sand, water sports * Baleines lighthouse: panoramic views, climbing * Cycling: cycle paths, nature * La Flotte market: crafts, local produce 3. ROCHEFORT * Corderie Royale: maritime heritage, museum * Hermione: replica of the ship, historical adventure * Transbordeur Bridge: unique, breathtaking view 4. FORT BOYARD * Boat trips: sea tour, view of the fort * Filming: TV programme, virtual tour 5. OLÉRON ISLAND * Château d'Oléron: fortifications, art exhibitions * Scuba diving: seabed exploration * Oyster park: tasting, oyster farming 6. SAINTES * Gallo-Roman amphitheatre: ancient ruins, culture * Saint-Eutrope Basilica: Romanesque art, UNESCO site * River trip on the Charente: cruises, nature 7. POITEVIN MARSHLANDS * Boat trip: marshes, fauna and flora * Hiking: signposted trails, protected environment * Bird watching: ornithology, tranquillity 8. ROYAN * Côte de Beauté beaches: relaxation, surfing * La Palmyre Zoo: exotic animals, families * Modern architecture: churches, villas from the 50s 9. LES ANTILLES DE JONZAC * Aquatic centre: wave pool, waterslides * Wellness: spa, thermal baths * Bike rides: surrounding countryside, relaxation 10. MORNAC-SUR-SEUDRE * Medieval village: white houses, cobbled streets * Oyster port: tasting, boat trip These suggestions reflect the diversity of the Charente-Maritime's historical, natural and cultural sites.

How to get to the Gîte de La Ramée? The Gîte de La Ramée is situated in Bords, in Charente-Maritime, between Rochefort and Saintes. By car From Rochefort: head towards Saintes, then follow the signs for Bords. From Saintes: head towards Rochefort and continue on to Bords. From La Rochelle: head towards Rochefort, then follow the signs for Saintes / Bords. From Saint-Jean-d’Angély: head towards Saint-Savinien, then follow the signs for Bords. From Bordeaux: head towards Saintes, then follow signs for Rochefort and Bords. From Niort: head towards Saint-Jean-d’Angély, then follow signs for Saint-Savinien and Bords. On arrival in Bords, follow the signs to the hamlet of La Ramée, then to Impasse du Puits. Easy access by car The gîte has a separate entrance and a parking area, so you can easily unload your luggage as soon as you arrive. For your sat-nav, simply enter: ‘Gîte de La Ramée, 2 Impasse du Puits, 17430 Bords’.