CHARENTE-MARITIME

By staying in Yves, you're making the right choice for exploring the must-see sites of Charente-Maritime. A true jewel of the Atlantic coast, Charente-Maritime captivates with its sunny beaches, charming villages, rich maritime heritage, and charming islands (Ré, Aix, and Oléron).

With its seaside resorts, including Châtelaillon-Plage and Fouras, families will find an ideal vacation spot here for a "nature" vacation in complete freedom. Nature reserves, wild beaches, oyster beds, recreational areas and discovery areas are numerous and varied.

With its 3,467 km of cycle paths, the Vélodyssée which runs along the Atlantic coast and the famous cycle paths of the Île de Ré, Charente-Maritime is a delight for cycling enthusiasts.

The region is also rich in Roman, Romanesque and Gothic heritage, abbeys, fortifications, and typical villages, such as the Cities of Art and History of La Rochelle and its old Port; Saintes and its Romanesque heritage; Rochefort, its royal rope factory and the famous Frigate "l'Hermione" or even Royan with its contemporary architecture.... as well as the "Vauban" fortifications of Brouage, Fort Louvois and Fort Boyard.

For those who prefer relaxation and well-being, Charente Maritime has an exemplary range of thermal spas and balneotherapy in Rochefort or Châtelaillon.