THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Ile d'Oleron, France (2025)
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- wab-pcsMacclesfield, UK144 contributionsIt must be the only lighthouse to have a playground for children, gardens to see and several cafes and restaurants. There are a number of paths around the area and the g ardent around the lighthouse are laid out in sectors of the compass with different plantings in each section. A climb to the top of the lighthouse is to be recommended. The views are magnificent.Written 25 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MaryMarFrance53 contributionsNice for shopping and walking in the evening, there is entertainment for kids sometimes and a lot of nice restaurantsWritten 17 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- deebeeceeUkUnited Kingdom554 contributionsgreat to wander around and appreciate the original artwork. /don't expect to find a bargain, most are pricey but they are original!Written 20 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WalsallEddywalsall44 contributionsThis is a quirky little zoo that is completely guided in French. However they do provide a sheet in English. You can feed the coypu by hand and the rat show is very entertaining only lasts a couple of hours.Written 2 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paulyne17Quebec City, Canada93 contributionsSomething to do it allows a cultural activity and easy with a family since it does not require that much time.Written 27 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christina HVirum, Denmark16 contributionsWe were told and shown the story about oyster-farming in the sea -then and now. The tide was not with us, so we did not take the 3 hours walk all the way out to the oysters (7 km) but the bassins, the cabins and the tools at the beach were very interesting and charming. We bouht the oyster-tasting (6 oysters, 5 euro) Very delicious. Afterwards we went to Fifi and Nanous detail-sale, just beside, and bought a lot of oysters for our evening dinner. Even those of us who didn´t like to eat to eat the oysters, enjoyed the visit at the charming place with the small cabins in many colors.Written 25 April 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- intomytripEngland, UK106 contributionsDuring our June stay, we frequented this beach multiple times, but during peak season, parking may be a challenge. Fortunately, the craters at the entrance and exit to the car park were filled in while we were there, a welcome improvement from the previous conditions.
While there are no facilities directly on the beach, we found that litter and debris were minimal, especially compared to other beaches on the west side of the island. Surprisingly, there were fewer flies, adding to the overall enjoyment of our time there.
It's worth noting that accessing the beach involves navigating sand dunes, which could pose difficulties for those with mobility issues.
Once on the beach, we were greeted with a vast expanse of sand offering stunning views of Fort Boyard in the distance. Throughout the day, we observed a variety of vessels, including yachts, fishermen, and speedboats passing by, adding to the picturesque scene. During low tide, the wooden structures used for the mussel industry became visible, and on one occasion, we even witnessed maintenance activities, which added a unique touch of interest to our beach experience.
It's important to mention that a section of the beach is designated for naturists, providing an option for those seeking a clothing-optional environment. Overall, despite some challenges with access and amenities, this beach offered a serene setting with beautiful views and intriguing sights, making it a memorable destination during our stay.Written 30 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Filip TBrussels, Belgium148 contributionsthis Oléron wildlife recovery park has been founded in 1982 and the discovery park is open for the public. Here you can find all different kinds of seabirds, ducks, peacocks, swans walking or swimming around. Many of them have been rescued in the past and are recovering or enjoying their senior age, which makes them very accessible for kids or ornitologists.
There is also a watchtower where you can oversee the parc and a special corner with a beaver family, you can watch from very close.
P.S. : especially in the morning, long peacock feathers can be found on the ground throughout the park. They are very popular for kids as a trophy, .. or for cat lovers since they are a top toy for their pet ;-)Written 9 August 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JMGenevaGeneva, Switzerland2,006 contributionsThis is a nice place allowing to learn a little about salt processing in the area (not much though, I guess a tour would be needed to have complete picture). Anyway a nice short stroll under the sun and options to have a drink.Written 21 June 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PFBrainSwansea, UK666 contributionsThis is a beach location with a substantial car park (with a manned life guard station) where people can simply sit, swim or watch locals come daily to remove cockles from the sand near the oyster beds. Sometimes, the actual oyster folk work there with small boats. The island's little train runs right by it and there are a number of sculptures made by an artist from natural materials. There is also a memorial to the liberation of Ile d'Oleron in 1945. There is lots of animal and plant life in the dunes and woods which would appeal to natural historians.Written 13 September 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Andrea PMelbourne, Australia96 contributionsWe came to Oleron not fully aware of it's military history. This fort was really fascinating. Great walking around, nice views out over the water. And free too! Just walking around we really got a sense of the history of the place. Fascinating really.Written 4 June 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Big RockKnottingley, UK3 contributionsYou can certainly feel the Belgian heritage in these ale's, if you closed your eyes you could be in the main square in Brugge, apart from it being a lot warmer and not raining on Olèron, great beers all..
I bought them in La cotinierre on a Sunday in a tourist type shop, saved my night .. highly recommend..Written 20 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
