Cité de l’Huître

At the heart of the largest oyster refining marsh in Europe, the Cité de l'Huître plunges you into the world of this shellfish, oyster farming, its men and their history through themed huts and animations.

The Cité de l'Huître aims to make people discover the oyster farming environment and the territory of the Charente-Maritime marshes thanks to a space for visits and activities: initiation to the opening of oysters, discovery of oyster farming , bike ride in the marsh, creative workshops for the little ones…
The visit and activities are included in the entrance ticket. In addition, bike rental possible for a 3,5km ride along the Chemin des Claires.
La Cabane Bleue: Life of oysters
La Cabane verte: Stories of yesterday, today and tomorrow.
La Cabane rouge: Life in the marsh
La Cabane Dorée: The oyster bar
Discover the new film “Entre Terre et Mer” which invites you to fly over the territory of Charente-Maritime for a dive into the heart of the basin and the oyster farming profession. Projection on a giant screen for total immersion.
Enjoy a bike ride and a breath of salty air in one of the largest wetlands in France! Set off to discover, as a family, a natural universe developed by humans since Roman times. 3,5 km loop accessible to all. Helmet available with a protective cap. For children, suitable bicycles and trailers are available.
Daily activities (Events open to all, duration 30min, included in the price of the entrance ticket):
“Discovery of the marsh” animation: Go on an animated visit to discover oyster refining but also the plants and secrets of the marsh: a life-size excursion…
Animation open to all, duration 30 min, included in the price of the entrance ticket.
“Oyster farming” animation: We get into the water for you! Come discover the secrets of oyster farming, observe the actions and know-how of oyster farmers.
Animation open to all, duration 30min, included in the price of the entrance ticket.
“Initiation to opening oysters” animation: Join our facilitators for advice for consumers, an introduction to opening oysters safely and tasting an oyster.
“Hot oysters” animation: Discover an oyster recipe cooked with the chef’s secrets and taste an oyster. (Entertainment upon reservation, duration 15 min, included in the price of the entrance ticket).

La Cité de l’Huître is open from April 1 to November 11:
- Easter and All Saints' Day school holidays (all areas combined): Every day from 10:30 a.m. to 18 p.m.
- Summer holidays: Every day from 10 a.m. to 19 p.m.
- Outside school holidays: Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 18 p.m. (closed Monday and Tuesday)

We speak English

Ranking & labels

• Family plus
• Tourism Quality ™
• Cycling Home Label
• The Velodyssey

Location details

Along the Chenal de la Cayenne, in Marennes.