What to do during spring break
Spring break time has come! We give you ideas for activities and outings to make the most of your stay around Royan. The great outdoors at all costs During the spring holidays, the sun is pointing the tip of its nose. Obviously, after a warm winter, we are in a hurry…
Extended weekend, take advantage of the May weekends!
Many of us wait for public holidays and long weekends to bridge Royan and its surroundings. We pack our bags and take family and friends to (re)discover Destination Royan Atlantique. We choose our extended weekend: May 1, May 8, Ascension Bridge or Pentecost weekend to…
Short nature stay in Royan and its surroundings
Over the past few years, tourists' expectations in terms of short stays have evolved considerably. Many people yearn to escape from their everyday life. They opt for short stays focused on nature and relaxation. This trend is due to a growing need to disconnect and go back to basics.Tourists…
A sea trip towards the Cordouan lighthouse
We embark from the port of Royan for a sea trip towards the Cordouan lighthouse. Located in the Gironde estuary, 7 kilometers from the coast, the Cordouan lighthouse stands proudly in the middle of the waves. Ready for an unforgettable experience of discovering the last lighthouse at sea open to the public?…
6 parks and gardens to discover
Visit our most beautiful gardens Do you want peace and greenery during your holidays in Royan? We take you to discover magnificent parks and gardens. Peaceful places to take a break and reconnect with nature, away from the daily hustle and bustle. These gardens are an invitation to stroll throughout the year.…
Do you know the eclade?
Éclade or églade is a specialty of mussels typical of Charente-Maritime and more particularly of our region. At the origin of the recipe, the mussels were placed on the ground in the heart of the marshes on which the pine needles were added and set on fire. This is where the other local name “la terrée” comes from. Discover the…
Where to take the boat to Fort Boyard and the island of Aix?
We take advantage of our holidays in Charente-Maritime to approach Fort Boyard made famous thanks to the eponymous television program. To get there, take the boat to Île d'Aix, a small unspoiled island in the Pertuis d'Antioche. Sea trip destination Fort Boyard and the island of Aix Located between the island of Oléron and the island of Aix, Fort Boyard was built…