Oléron Guide — activities and routes from the residence
Our guides to discover the island
Ten practical guides from Saint-Trojan-les-Bains: beaches, cycling, markets, restaurants and preserved places, with maps and routes from the residence.
10 activity guides with routes from our residence
The best beaches around Saint-Trojan
Fine sand, dunes and maritime pines: explore the beaches of southern Oléron, from the ocean side to calm family coves.
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Best cycling routes from Saint-Trojan
Oléron has more than 160 km of cycle paths. These are our favourite loops from the village.
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What to do in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
The village combines Belle Époque seaside charm, oyster harbour and a huge pine forest.
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The best markets on Oléron Island
Oysters, morning fish, Charentais melon and pineau: the market is an Oléron holiday ritual.
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Where to eat in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
Oysters by the water, catch of the day and harbour terraces: our favourite food habits in the village.
Read the guide5 nature walks around Saint-Trojan
Five walking routes from pine woods to marshes where herons and egrets nest.
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Visit Oléron Island in 3 days
A day-by-day plan from the south of the island to the cliffs and lighthouse of Chassiron.
Read the guideOléron Island: preserved places to discover
Away from the busiest beaches, the island keeps wild spaces where nature still leads.
Read the guideWhat to do on Oléron when it rains
A shower on the island? These are reliable indoor ideas within about thirty minutes.
Read the guideBest beaches for children on Oléron
Calm water, gentle sand and lifeguard posts: where to swim comfortably as a family.
Read the guideStay in the heart of southern Oléron
All these places are within 45 minutes of the residence, most reachable by bike.