Sports activities on the Île d’Oléron Water sports Surfing: Vert-Bois, Grand-Village and Saint-Trojan-les-Bains beaches (surf schools on site) Paddleboarding & kayaking: Paddle along the waterways or out to sea at Saint-Pierre or Boyardville Kitesurfing & windsurfing: Les Huttes Beach or La Rémigeasse Beach Sailing: Sailing clubs in Saint-Denis and Boyardville 🚴‍♀️ Cycling & mountain biking Over 160 km of signposted cycle paths Great routes: The Oyster Trail, the Saint-Trojan loop, the salt marshes at Dolus Bikes available for hire in all the villages Horse riding Saint-Trojan or Le Grand Village Plage equestrian centres Rides through the pine forest or along the beach, particularly at sunset 🧗‍♂️ Tree-top adventure courses and adventure trails Myocastors Park in Dolus-d’Oléron: tree-top adventure course, mini farm, plant maze Ilanature, a nature and leisure park near Château-d’Oléron Other activities: Tennis, golf (9 holes), mini-golf, go-karting, paintball, archery Sea fishing or shellfish gathering at low tide (shellfish, crabs) 🎉 Fun activities & children’s activities 🚂 Tourist train Between Saint-Trojan-les-Bains and Gatseau beach Walk through the national forest with sea views 🦞 Designer tree houses In Château-d’Oléron and Saint-Denis: workshops, artists and handcrafted goods in colourful former oyster huts 🐚 Discover oyster farming Tours of oyster farms Oyster tasting + educational tour Sites: Fort-Royer, Chenal d’Ors, Port des Salines 🐠 Aquariums & discovery centres Fort Royer oyster farm in Boyardville Port des Salines in Grand-Village: salt marshes, interactive museum 🏰 Cultural & natural sites to explore 🗼 Chassiron Lighthouse (Saint-Denis d’Oléron) At the northern tip of the island, breathtaking panoramic views Circular garden, maritime museum 🏯 Château-d’Oléron Citadel Vauban ramparts, arts and crafts, local market Festivals, concerts, exhibitions 🏝️ Fort Boyard (to be viewed from the sea) Guided boat trips from Boyardville or Saint-Denis Cruises available with a stopover on the Île d’Aix 🌿 Nature reserves & marshes Bird marshes at Dolus-d’Oléron Saint-Trojan Forest: ideal for walking, mountain biking and picnics Port des Salines: salt marshes, nature trail 🍷 Local cuisine & specialities to discover Oyster tasting, Pineau des Charentes, cognac, sea salt Traditional markets in Saint-Pierre, La Brée-les-Bains, Dolus… Local produce: Charente galette, artisanal jams, island beers 🗓️ Events & festivals not to be missed Mimosa Festival (February in Saint-Trojan) Evening markets (summer) Jazz en Feux Festival (summer in Saint-Pierre) Fireworks & beach entertainment in July–August About an hour’s drive from the Île d’Oléron (Charente-Maritime) Towers of La Rochelle Saint-Nicolas Tower, Tour de la Chaîne and Tour de la Lanterne Old harbour fortifications, breathtaking views 🐟 La Rochelle Aquarium One of the largest private aquariums in Europe Perfect for families (and on a rainy day!) ⛴️ Fort Boyard (offshore, visible by boat) Boat trips departing from Saint-Martin, La Flotte or La Rochelle 🕍 Saint-Michel-en-l’Herm Abbey (south of the island, on the Vendée side) Former Benedictine abbey, peaceful gardens 🌾 Marais Poitevin (northern entrance via Marans) Nicknamed the ‘Green Venice’ Traditional boat trips, cycling or walking tours

By car From La Rochelle (around 70 km, 1 hour 15 minutes’ drive): Take the A10 towards Bordeaux. Take the Saintes exit (exit 35), then follow the D730 towards Marennes. Cross the Île d’Oléron Bridge (free of charge) to reach the island. Continue along the D730 to Saint-Denis d’Oléron. From Paris (approx. 480 km, 4 hours 30 minutes’ drive): Take the A10 towards Bordeaux. Exit at Saintes (exit 35), then follow the D730 towards Marennes. Cross the Île d’Oléron Bridge (free of charge) to reach the island. Continue on the D730 to Saint-Denis d’Oléron. By plane La Rochelle – Île de Ré Airport: Located approximately 70 km from Saint-Denis d’Oléron, the airport offers flights from several French and European cities. ​ Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport: Located approximately 180 km from Saint-Denis d’Oléron, this international airport offers a wider range of connections.