THE MUST-SEES ON THE ÎLE DE RÉ

La Grainetière campsite is the ideal destination for a nature holiday in the heart of Île de Ré. Head off on foot or by bike along the hiking trails and marked paths that crisscross this part of the island and its exceptional landscapes. Île de Ré is a heavenly Charente-Maritime seaside destination and a Mecca for popular watersports. Whether you’re in sporty mode, fancy a swim or just want to laze on a beach, you’re in the right place.

And after all the activities it will be time for a gourmet treat: oysters, fish and seafood, potato-based dishes, cheese, local wines, Cognac and Pineau are just some of Île de Ré’s delicious specialities. There’s also plenty of entertainment on Île de Ré, as well as lovely typical harbours and “”Ré la blanche”” villages, so-called because of their distinctive picture-postcard whitewashed houses.

Make the most of your stay at our 5-star campsite on Île de Ré by renting a mobile home or a traditional pitch, before setting off to visit Charente-Maritime’s fascinating tourist attractions. The perfect opportunity to visit the famous Fort Boyard, Île d’Aix, La Rochelle, the Old Port and its three towers, the Arsenal de Rochefort and its royal rope factory as well as the seaside resort of Fouras-les-Bains…. There are so many reasons to choose Charente-Maritime and book a stay at Île de Ré’s 5-star La Grainetière campsite!

Inhabited since the Palaeolithic era, Île de Ré has always attracted visitors. It was in the 17th century that Vauban built the island’s fortifications to defend the island from the English. Now a UNESCO World Heritage, these fortifications are also a French classified Historic Monument.

Go up the bell tower of its fortified church to admire the historic capital of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, its citadel and charming half-timbered houses dating back to the Middle Ages. At 1.5km from the campsite, La Flotte en Ré is one of the oldest villages on the island, where you can enjoy a stroll along the harbour, walking from terrace to terrace, through the medieval market or along a line of bourgeois mansions from bygone times.

Exploring ‘Île de Ré by bike is a great way to enjoy an Île de Ré camping holiday differently!
Above all, it’s the best way to admire the diverse landscapes and explore the island’s heritage at your own pace. Get off the beaten track into the heart of nature, visit Île de Ré’s charming villages and their little nooks and crannies…

La Grainetière campsite on Île de Ré is close to the island’s superb beaches. Whether you’re after fine sand for a quiet sunbathing session, a family-friendly beach for splashing around with the kids, want to surf the waves or enjoy your favourite water sports, you’ll be spoiled for choice!