Charente-Maritime

Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Natural History Museum

Popular cities in Charente-Maritime

La Rochelle featuring heritage elements and a coastal town
La Rochelle
Known for Ports, Marinas and Aquariums
See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.

Reasons to visit

  • Vieux Port
  • Tour St. Nicolas
  • Natural History Museum
Royan by night... Cathédrale Notre-Dame
Royan
Known for Beaches, Sea and Spas
Explore Royan: its beaches, marina, monuments, and more!
On a rainy day in Rochefort
Rochefort
Known for Marinas, Museums and Churches
Explore Rochefort: its museums, churches, marina, and more!
Saintes
Saintes
Known for Gardens, Budget and Ferries and boats
Get away to trendy Saintes! Enjoy the monuments, golf, and culture.
One of the best kept secrets outside France - the island of Oléron has it all: beauty, the best oysters in France, seafood fresh from the bay, local red and white wine of quality, island bred beef and friendly people. La Cotinière is a wonderful place to stay. 
Oléron is just south of La Rochelle.
Saint-Pierre-d'Oleron
Known for Ports, Islands and Gardens
Experience the island views, golf, and beaches in Saint-Pierre-d'Oleron!
Fin de journée...
Les Mathes
Known for Zoo, Beaches and Friendly people
Come to Les Mathes and enjoy its zoo, bars, and beaches.