Saint-Georges-de-Didonne

Saint-Georges-de-Didonne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Georges-de-Didonne
Insee code17333
Postcode17110
Latitude45.5999978
Longitude-1.0000004
AltitudeFrom 0 to 45 meters
Surface10.58 km²
Population5182 inhabitants
Density489 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsRoyan at 4.7 km (9 min)
Chief townLa Rochelle (at 79 km, 75 min)Meschers-sur-Gironde at 6.2 km (8 min)
DepartmentCharente-MaritimeSemussac at 6.8 km (7 min)
RegionPoitou-CharentesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Saint-Georges-de-Didonne is a seaside resort on the French Atlantic coast. This town of Charente-Maritime, situated near Royan at the mouth of the estuary of the Gironde.

Saint-Georges-de-Didonne more than 5000 inhabitants, but this figure is multiplied by ten during the summer.

History Saint-Georges-de-Didonne:

In the 11th century, there was the building of a fortified village Didonne the initiative of the lord of Didonne. Unfortunately, this castle will be demolished in the 18th century. Only the street cat in the neighborhood of Didonne confirms its existence.

In the mid-12th century, the Cluniac priory dedicated to St. George serves as a stopover for pilgrims going to Saint Jacques de Compostela. The priory was located probably near the conch.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the religions are in turmoil ...

Saint-Georges-de-Didonne is not spared. Jean Jarousseau Protestant pastor, moved to St. George and profound impact on the region.

This is the 18th century that the drivers are installed at stations abandoning Saint-Georges-de-Didonne Royan and Saint-Palais-sur-Mer.

From 1727 to 1921, the Port of St. George was held responsible by many pilots to guide ships and boats to go up the Gironde estuary: the tragic and thrilling adventures.

Gastronomic specialties: pies, plum melted and seafood platters


SIGHTSEEING

Estuary Park is a must and is a natural pole.

Lighthouse St. George's group visits throughout the year and individual summer.

The church, a historic monument.

The trip from Fort Suzac can fully enjoy the landscape natural site on the edge of Suzac.

The Promenade Charles Martel, pleasant path leading to the port.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Leisure centresBeach of La Grande Conche,   Beach of Suzac,   Beach of Vallières
MonumentsLighthouse of Saint-Georges de Didonne
Performance hallsEspace Colette Besson,   Salle Bleue
Natural sitesForest of Suzac,   Headland of Valliere

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

City Market: every day except Monday from April 15 to September 15 every day.

Music and food of the world: in the month of June

Humor and salt water in August.

Animations and varied: in July and August in the city and the beach.

Rénathéa meeting theatrical weekend of the Ascension.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Palmyre zoo.

Matata Caves and Meschers.

Church of Talmont.

Gardens of the World of Royan.

Aquarium La Rochelle.

Royal Cordage and Hermione at Rochefort.

Sacred and historic heritage.

The Paleosite.

Cognac and houses ...

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Maiden microlight flight by the oceanSports sensations45 €Corme-Écluse (11.7 km)
Surfing, longboarding, bodyboarding lessonsSports sensationsFrom 32 € to 190 €Vendays-Montalivet (27 km)

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WEATHER
Wednesday 19 June
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Min. 14°C - Max. 17°C
Thursday 20 June
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Min. 15°C - Max. 18°C
Friday 21 June
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Min. 16°C - Max. 18°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le Moulin de Châlons  
8.9
Le Gua
Good taste, lunch or dinner at the Moulin de Chalons is to enter into the history of the Charente Maritime. It is in one tide mill restaurant that residence. Completely restored the...
Located 14.3 km from Saint-Georges-de-Didonne53 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Ia - orana  
Meschers-sur-Gironde
You are a couple with a child maximum. Why not book a guest room this summer? If you want you can come on Sunday instead of Saturday and avoid the traditional bottlenecks. On site you...
Located 6.7 km from Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 50 € to 60 € the double room 
Logis de malvana    
9.6
Corme-Écluse
Our house has been specially designed for 4 bedrooms with their own entrance, ground floor, private parking and terraces. Each room has its private bathroom. A kitchen is available...
Located 11.8 km from Saint-Georges-de-Didonne55 € the double room 
Le Mornac    
9.3
Mornac-sur-Seudre
Enjoy the charming reception in this 19th century gentleman's house in the centre of Mornac sur Seudre, a village classified as one of the Plus Beaux Villages de France. The five guest...
Located 12.3 km from Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 60 € to 75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Locat saisonniere villa cote atlantique
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Villa of 60 m ² with 2 bedrooms with 140 bed TV with DVD player in each room, closet. A large room next to kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, 4 burner gas hob, electric oven, fridge-freezer,...
Located in Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 470 € to 820 € per week 
Studio
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Studio independent charm surrounded by greenery, situated in a quiet corner. It includes a main room (with kitchen and sitting room) and 1 bathroom with WC. Its car park is private...
Located in Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 230 € to 400 € per week 
Location de vacances dans station balnéa
Meschers-sur-Gironde
Location 1.5 km from the beach, 1 km from the port.
Located 6 km from Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 300 € to 420 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Le Pin Franc  
Meschers-sur-Gironde
Pin Franc ** is a quiet family camping with 42 sites in the pine forest, 200 m from the beach and less than 10 km from Royan. The campsite rental mobile homes from April to October...
Located 3 km from Saint-Georges-de-Didonne 
Camping Les Loges*****  
Meschers-sur-Gironde
- Ideally located at 150 meters from the beach, camping lodges ***** welcomes you in an idyllic setting in the heart of the forest and near Royan from February 15 to December 15. We...
Located 3.8 km from Saint-Georges-de-Didonne 
Camping le val vert    
8.4
Vaux-sur-Mer
Family near Royan, in a green setting, 200 meters from the village of Vaux-sur-mer and all its amenities. And 900 m from the beach. 181 camping sites on 3.2 acres, offers all the comforts...
Located 6.9 km from Saint-Georges-de-DidonneFrom 17 € to 31.30 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Colinette     
8.2
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Located just about 100 metres from Royan’s fine sandy beach in a quiet neighbourhood, the hotel has been run by the same family for three generations. The warm welcome, comfort of...
Located in Saint-Georges-de-DidonneRoom from 47 €
Lagrange Classic Les Maisons de Saint Georges    
8.3
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Located on the western coast, this residence is 800 metres from the sea. It offers maisonettes with a furnished patio and a kitchenette fully equipped with a mini-oven. The maisonettes...
Located in Saint-Georges-de-DidonneRoom from 27 €
Hotel Le Trident Thyrsé     
8.2
Royan
Hotel Le Trident Thyrsé is located by the beach in central Royan and offers cosy rooms equipped with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi internet access. Some rooms have a balcony. The charming...
Located 2.5 km from Saint-Georges-de-DidonneRoom from 60 €

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