Le Château-d'Oléron

Le Château-d'Oléron

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLe Château-d'OléronLe Grand-Village-Plage at 4.8 km (7 min)
Insee code17093Dolus-d'Oléron at 6.1 km (9 min)
Postcode17480Bourcefranc-le-Chapus at 8.9 km (10 min)
Latitude45.8999985Marennes at 12.4 km (14 min)
Longitude-1.2000028Hiers-Brouage at 15.6 km (17 min)
AltitudeFrom 0 to 10 metersRonce-les-Bains at 18.3 km (19 min)
Surface15.67 km²Saint-Just-Luzac at 18.7 km (19 min)
Population3949 inhabitantsLa Tremblade at 19.3 km (22 min)
Density254 inhabitants/km²Saint-Denis-d'Oléron at 24 km (29 min)
Chief townLa Rochelle (at 69 km, 67 min)Moëze at 24 km (26 min)
DepartmentCharente-MaritimeSaint-Agnant at 25 km (24 min)
RegionPoitou-CharentesSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Le Château-d'Oléron, historic capital of the island, is famous for decades as one of the metropolises of the oyster to the Marennes-Oléron. Located at the entrance of the island facing the mainland and oyster beds, Le Château-d'Oléron, canton, has preserved its maritime, while opening up to tourism. The citadel and the ramparts surrounding the town are evidence of a history rich in events.

Le Château-d'Oléron has a quiet beach and a lake known for hosting families in search of greater security for children.

Le Château-d'Oléron, like many other cities, is changing and do not miss the opportunity posed by its citadel, its oyster port, shops and crafts.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Citadel:
  • Geometric construction began in 1630. Bombed in part to the liberation of the island of Oleron in 1944 and refurbishment in the 1980s.
  • Free visit outdoors all year. Guided tours available in season.
  • The Bread Maker House of Prévot:
  • Remains of ancient times where it had to preheat three days prior to the batch.
  • Guided tours a video in July and August.
  • The train to the citadel, commented course of 35 minutes on the town, port and citadel. Runs from Easter to end September.
  • The House of the nature of the island of Oleron, its playful, its discovery outings on the dune nature reserve Moëze Oleron, exhibitions on the beach, kids activities, its outputs with nature guide its nature trail hiking ...
  • The huts Craftsman located in old renovated oyster huts, a whole range of craftsmen opens the doors of their workshop: jewelry, paintings, watercolors, sculptures, clothing, linen, lighting, Mosaic ...
  • Discovery outings by boat following the tides, discover the Marennes-Oléron, his history with the Citadel, Fort Louvois and Oléron bridge; oyster: parks, oyster shacks and work of oyster.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Le Château-d'Oléron
Leisure centresBeach of La Phibie,   Beach of La citadelle
MonumentsBridge of L’île d’Oléron,   Citadel of the Château-d'Oléron
Natural sitesHeadland of Ors

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Jumping citadels: May.
  • Jazz Festival: July.
  • Sights Directed by August.
  • Celebrations of the oyster and Pineau in July and August.
PHOTOS
The Citadel
 
Port
View from the Citadel
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Night
Min. 2°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 16 February
Day
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Min. 4°C - Max. 11°C
Friday 17 February
Day
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Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
O saveurs des iles
Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron
Kitchen and travel creative fusion of French and Asian cuisine, raw fish, subtle melange land and sea products perfume d o marches elsewhere fish from the cotiniere reference in the...
Located 12.8 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 25 € to 45 € per person 
L'Epeautre
La Rochelle
Creperie on Rue Albert 1er (right next to the Natural History Museum, just steps from the Place de Verdun), warm welcome, pleasant dining room of 28 seats. Buckwheat cakes, pancakes...
Located 30 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Le M
Rivedoux-Plage
His restaurant le M is a genuine gourmet experience distinguished by the Michelin and Gault Millau guides. In a trendy atmosphere facing the sea, the Chef Florent Chagnolaud proposes...
Located 30 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 20 € to 75 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Logis des Lauriers Roses    
8.8
Marennes
In Marennes.       (oyster country.  first European oyster basin). Downtown, near the port and 2.5 km from the beach. Denise welcomes you to his old house, she offers, 5 bedrooms: 3...
Located 11.3 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 50 € to 52 € the double room 
Le Jardin de Léontine    
9.2
Ronce-les-Bains
Ideally located between Bordeaux and La Rochelle this lovely Belle Epoque stone Villa is set in the picturesque beach resort of Ronce les Bains on the Atlantic coast. Our place is perfect...
Located 11.6 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 110 € to 135 € the double room 
Le bois vert    
8.7
Fouras
At the heart of the peninsula Fouras, beside the beach, you enjoy your stay, feet in water in new construction. We offer 4 new rooms with separate entrance, toilets and separate bathroom....
Located 12.8 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 85 € to 125 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Résidence du Fief Naton
Le Château-d'Oléron
6 homes in residence with pool and parking, all closed. Private garden with barbecue, garden furniture, parasol. The residence is located in a quiet town and easily accessible.
Located in Le Château-d'OléronFrom 600 € to 950 € per week 
Villa Fief-Vertbois
Dolus-d'Oléron
Holiday villa located on the township south of the island of Oleron in a forest and less than one kilometer from the sea. South facing, this villa will be your cure of silence in the...
Located 4.8 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 350 € to 900 € per week 
Residence les tremieres  SPECIAL OFFER
Bourcefranc-le-Chapus
Residence 6 Villas classified 3 stars. Open all year. Heated pool from April to September. Any comfort. Free WiFi access.
Located 7.2 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 415 € to 1080 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Au bon air    
8.5
Marennes
Calm and shaded camp located 150 meters from the beach. 190m² swimming pool and wading pool heated from June through September. Activities and entertainment day and evening. Friendly,...
Located 10.4 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 12.90 € to 21.50 € per day 
L'abri-cotier    
9.2
Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente
A 1.5 km from the sea, ideally situated for exploring the Charente Maritime. Dans a flowery, quiet and shady pitches by haies. Location cottage, mobile homes. Piscine couverte, animation...
Located 11.5 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 15.90 € to 19.90 € per day 
Activ Loisirs Les pins    
8
Ronce-les-Bains
A family campsite with 3 indoor pools, heated from April to October, 1 km from the sea in Ronce les Bains. In season of fun and sports (water polo, archery, trampolines) and club /...
Located 12.6 km from Le Château-d'OléronFrom 12.80 € to 29.20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Les Jardins d'Aliénor    
9.5
Le Château-d'Oléron
Situated in the centre of Chateau d’Oleron Village, this charming hotel has a beautiful terrace area planted with flowers. It features a gastronomic restaurant and individually decorated...
Located in Le Château-d'OléronRoom from 87 €
Village Des Amareyeurs     
7.3
Le Château-d'Oléron
The Village Des Amareyeurs is situated 300 metres from the beach and 400 metres from the nearest shops. It offers accommodation in small semi-detached buildings, resembling traditional...
Located in Le Château-d'OléronRoom from 21 €
Résidence Nemea La Cascade    
7.1
Dolus-d'Oléron
Set in a 2-acre park on the Ile d'Oléron, this residence is just 2 km from the beaches. Guests have free access to an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Résidence Nemea La Cascade...
Located 5.2 km from Le Château-d'OléronRoom from 26 €

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