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Chatelaillon Plage Some extravagant architecture with a somewhat "Americanized look", this is an idea place to take families. Lively seaside resort with promenade stretching over 3 km, a casino, beachside park, water complex with flume and indoor and outdoor pools, sailing school and clubs. Your time here could be spend enjoying spectacular views from the promenade of nearby islands or panoramic view of the Marais Poitevin from the fortified church or even take a guided tour of the oyster beds in a charabanc pulled by a tractor with on-site oyster tasting!
Ile de Re
The Charente Maritime´s answer to St Tropez! Lying off shore from La Rochelle, an impressive 3 km bridge you can walk, drive or cycle taking you to the most picture postcard villages. Cycles and the island of Re go together like a cheese and wine, with 100 km of cycle tracks, bikes are the preferred mode of transport and therefore cyclists can be seen everywhere. Bikes are available to hire, and there is no better way to discover the delights of this majestic island. There is a wide range of water sports available, magnificent beaches, golf course, bird sanctuary, markets, boat trips, or just enjoy meandering through the narrow cobbled streets and small shops. Alternatively savor some seafood and admire the "beautiful" people sailing into the marinas and look out for Johnny Depp or Bill Gates mowing their lawns!
Approximately 60 minutes drive away is Saintes, Poitiers, Cognac and Royan, all of which offer a superb day out catering for every need. However in order to give you a more detailed aspect of what this region has to offer we recommend you visit the following websites: www.marais-poitevin.fr www.larochelle-tourisme.com www.poitou-charentes-vacances.com
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