Ile d'Oleron villa holidays, Charente Maritime Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes to rent in Ile d'Oleron
Ile d'Oleron is a peaceful island off the west coast of France known as 'The island of light'. Ile d'Oleron is 32km long and 8km and is the second largest french island after Corsica, it is connected to the mainland by a bridge. With stunning pine forests and lush nature there is much to see and explore with many historical sites and monuments like the Citadelle du Chateau d'Oleron fortress built in 1630.
If you are looking for a place to relax, the beaches which surround Ile d'Oleron are simply stunning, and easily compete with those in the South of France. They have fine white sand that run down to an emerald sea, and many have Blue Flag status. Plage des Saumonards and Plage de Remigeasse are perfect spots for swimming and sunbathing.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Water sports | ✔ |
| Hiking trails | ✔ |
| Beautiful beaches | ✔ |
| Culture | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest beach | Beach resort |
| Nearest airport | La Rochelle (72 km) |
| Nearest train station | La Rochelle (72 km) |
Things to see & do in Ile d'Oleron
Ile d'Oleron is a stunning coastal resort with beautiful beaches, cultual history and has many activities to suit all tastes with the sailing clubs offering a wide range of water sports, costal walks and day trips to enjoy.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Climb the lighthouse at Le Phare de Chassiron | ✔ |
| See the colouful fishing huts of Cabanes des Createurs | ✔ |
| Le Port de la Cotiniere marina | ✔ |
| Chateau d'Oleron castle | ✔ |
| Boat tours | ✔ |
| Kayaking & sailing | ✔ |
Our view on Ile d'Oleron holidays
Ile d'Oleron is a great destination to rent a villa, steeped in history as well as having a great resturants and shops to choose from. There is plenty of opportunities for relaxing as well on the beautiful beaches.
