Culture and Heritage

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Do you like walking in beautiful villages , discovering the architectural, cultural and historical heritage of your vacation spot? You like old stones , pretty churches , places steeped in history to explore ... Cultural outings are your pleasure and on holiday in Charente Maritime, you want to see the 1001 castles , remains, medieval wonders ! For enthusiasts of various learning, the insatiable curious , Charente Maritime is a perfect destination.

According to my cultural desires , offers you articles on the towns, villages of the region. We have explored for you major tourist sites, others more confidential, pearls to discover ... Museums, interpretation centers ... Nothing will escape you!

Unusual visits in Charente-Maritime: beautiful escapes and surprising discoveries!

Unusual visits in Charente-Maritime: beautiful escapes and surprising discoveries!
Unusual visits in Charente-Maritime: beautiful ...

We've explored unusual tours in Charente-Maritime, far off the beaten track. From the caves of Meschers-sur-Gironde to nighttime escapades near Fort Boyard, each experience reveals a unique and ...

A memorable evening at the Francofolies in La Rochelle

A memorable evening at the Francofolies in La Rochelle
A memorable evening at the Francofolies in La  ...

La Rochelle

We had an unforgettable experience at the Francofolies de La Rochelle, the must-see French-language music festival. Between discoveries and headliners, this musical event, which takes place every ...

Visit the Pierre Loti House in Rochefort: a reopening not to be missed

Visit the Pierre Loti House in Rochefort: a reopening not to be missed
Visit the Pierre Loti House in Rochefort: a re ...

Rochefort

We just had an unforgettable experience at the Pierre Loti House in Rochefort, a must-see museum in Charente-Maritime. After years of restoration, this immersive tour transports you to the four ...

Oceana Lumina in Rochefort, an unlikely visit at nightfall

Oceana Lumina in Rochefort, an unlikely visit at nightfall
Oceana Lumina in Rochefort, an unlikely visit  ...

Rochefort

Dive into the Oceana Lumina adventure in Rochefort, Charente-Maritime, where the Corderie Royale and the Arsenal des Mers light up for a unique immersive experience. We explored this magical ...

Aquarium La Rochelle: a memorable dive to the bottom of the ocean

Aquarium La Rochelle: a memorable dive to the bottom of the ocean
Aquarium La Rochelle: a memorable dive to the  ...

La Rochelle

Who hasn't dreamed of rubbing shoulders with fish from all over the world? The Aquarium La Rochelle offers much more than a simple excursion; it's a true immersion into the heart of the oceans of ...

Museum of the island of Oléron: immersion in island history!

Museum of the island of Oléron: immersion in island history!
Museum of the island of Oléron: immersion in i ...

Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron

Beyond its oceanic landscapes, its endless sandy beaches and its salt marshes which stretch as far as the eye can see, the island of Oléron is renowned for its culture and its ancestral ...

The Corderie Royale of Rochefort

The Corderie Royale of Rochefort
The Corderie Royale of Rochefort

Rochefort

We explored the Royal Rope Factory of Rochefort, the jewel of the Maritime Arsenal and the longest-running factory in Europe. This architectural masterpiece immerses us in French naval history ...

Visit of the oyster farming village of Fort-Royer on the island of Oléron

Visit of the oyster farming village of Fort-Royer on the island of Oléron
Visit of the oyster farming village of Fort-Ro ...

Saint-Georges-d'Oléron

Gulls, oysters, sandy beaches as far as the eye can see. Here, scoured the island of Oléron. Do you think you know it inside out? Get off the beaten track. Change angles. Let's set off together ...

Brouage, fortified citadel in the heart of the marshes

Brouage, fortified citadel in the heart of the marshes
Brouage, fortified citadel in the heart of the ...

Hiers-Brouage

We explored Brouage in Charente-Maritime, a heritage gem surrounded by impressive fortifications. This village, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, offers enriching walks for the ...

The Gironde estuary, a getaway between land, river and ocean

The Gironde estuary, a getaway between land, river and ocean
The Gironde estuary, a getaway between land, r ...

Talmont-sur-Gironde

With the Gironde as a common thread, let's set off to discover its estuary, more than 70 km long, which lives to the rhythm of the tides. Dotted with wild coves, small beaches, forests, marshes, ...

Visit the museums of Charente Maritime

Visit the museums of Charente Maritime
Visit the museums of Charente Maritime

Marennes

We visited the museums of Charente-Maritime, a captivating journey through history and culture. From Gallo-Roman remains to maritime traditions, including living eco-museums and unusual sites like ...

La Tremblade: between land, sea and estuary

La Tremblade: between land, sea and estuary
La Tremblade: between land, sea and estuary

La Tremblade

Discover La Tremblade in Charente-Maritime, an oyster farming gem where oysters are raised with passion. This picturesque port offers a unique gastronomic experience, combining seafood tastings ...

Visit the castles of Charente Maritime!

Visit the castles of Charente Maritime!
Visit the castles of Charente Maritime!

Saint-Porchaire

Charente-Maritime is a territory steeped in history. Around Saintes, on the Gallo-Roman remains of this capital, many castles develop on the banks of the Charente. The provinces of Aunis, the ...

Explore the “Most Beautiful Villages of France” in Charente-Maritime

Explore the “Most Beautiful Villages of France” in Charente-Maritime
Explore the “Most Beautiful Villages of France ...

Talmont-sur-Gironde

Grandiose panoramas, walks off the beaten track, heritage and old stones. Between countless nuggets, Charente-Maritime concentrates 5 villages labeled Plus Beaux Villages de France. This ...