Compagnie interîles – Au départ de La Rochelle Visits & Group activities in La Rochelle

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Open

  • Monday Open 24h/24
  • Tuesday Open 24h/24
  • Wednesday Open 24h/24
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday Open 24h/24
  • Saturday Open 24h/24
  • Sunday Open 24h/24

Closes at 00:00 am

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Location : Sea side

Province : Pays d’Aunis and the coastline, La Rochelle, Rochefort and Marennes

Services

  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • Credit card accepted
  • Disable access
  • Groups
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    • INTERÎLES COMPANY: YOUR PASSAGE TO THE ATLANTIC ISLANDS

      Maritime links to the islands of Charente-Maritime

      The Interîles Company specializes in maritime links connecting the islands of Charente-Maritime to the continental coasts. It mainly serves the destinations of the island of Ré, the island of Aix and the island of Oléron. Crossings are regular throughout the year, with an intensification during the summer season to meet tourist demand. Departures are from several strategic ports such as La Rochelle, Fouras or Boyardville. Thanks to modern and comfortable ships, the Interîles Company allows you to quickly reach these islands, while enjoying a pleasant navigation on the Atlantic Ocean.

      Crossings to the Isle of Ré and the Isle of Aix

      One of the main connections provided by Compagnie Interîles is to the Île de Ré, a popular destination for its natural landscapes and picturesque villages. In just a few minutes, passengers can reach Saint-Martin-de-Ré, the island's main port. This sea crossing is ideal for those who wish to avoid the traffic jams of the Île de Ré bridge, while benefiting from an arrival by sea, offering a different perspective on the island and its ramparts, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

      Compagnie Interîles also offers crossings to Île d'Aix, a small island off the coast of Fouras. Accessible only by boat, Île d'Aix is an ideal destination for a day of discovery. Passengers can enjoy beaches, hiking trails and historic fortifications, such as Fort Liédot, which bear witness to the region's military history. The crossing to Île d'Aix is often combined with a passage near the famous Fort Boyard, offering a unique view of this iconic monument.

      Access to the island of Oléron

      The island of Oléron , the largest island on the French Atlantic coast, is also served by the Compagnie Interîles. Passengers can embark from La Rochelle or Boyardville to reach the ports of Saint-Denis-d'Oléron or Le Château-d'Oléron. Once on the island, they can explore its vast beaches, pine forests and charming villages. The sea crossing is quick and allows you to enjoy the view of the Charente archipelago while reaching this popular destination for nature and water sports enthusiasts.

      A modern and environmentally friendly fleet

      The Compagnie Interîles fleet is made up of modern ships, designed to offer comfort and safety to passengers. The boats are equipped with recent technologies, guaranteeing pleasant navigation whatever the weather conditions. Concerned about the environment, Compagnie Interîles is also committed to eco-responsible approaches by reducing the ecological impact of its crossings. The ships' engines are optimized to limit emissions, and awareness-raising actions are carried out among passengers to encourage respect for natural spaces.

      On-board services and guided excursions

      In addition to regular connections, the Interîles Company offers guided sea excursions, ideal for discovering the hidden treasures of the Charente coastline. During these cruises, the guides on board share historical anecdotes and information on the landscapes crossed, thus offering a cultural and enriching dimension to the crossing. These sea trips allow you to approach sites such as Fort Boyard or the Baleines lighthouse on the Ile de Ré. Passengers can thus enjoy a moment of relaxation while discovering emblematic places.

      Discoveries around La Rochelle and the ports of departure

      Within a radius of 30 km around the main ports served by the Interîles Company, there are several sites of interest to discover. The city of La Rochelle, with its medieval towers, its Old Port and its cobbled streets, is an ideal starting point for exploring the region. The Maritime Museum and the Aquarium of La Rochelle are essential stops for lovers of naval history and marine fauna.

      For hiking enthusiasts, the Moëze-Oléron Nature Reserve offers marked trails through varied landscapes of marshes, dunes and forests. This protected area is ideal for observing migratory birds and enjoying a moment in the heart of nature. A few kilometers away, Rochefort and its maritime arsenal, as well as the Corderie Royale, allow you to delve into the military and industrial history of the region.

      Visitors can also discover local markets, where producers offer fresh, local produce such as oysters, cheeses and organic vegetables. The surrounding vineyards also offer regional wine tastings, allowing you to discover the flavours of the Charente terroir.

      Finally, the charming villages of Châtelaillon-Plage and Angoulins offer pleasant beaches and seaside walks, ideal for a day out with family or friends. These destinations combine heritage, nature and culinary discovery, close to the departure ports of the Compagnie Interîles.

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Traveller Reviews Compagnie interîles – Au départ de La Rochelle

4.3 sur 5 956 reviews

  • malik baudry

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by malik baudry on 09/08/2020

    We booked the trip to Fort Boyard on a very hot day. The crew was very friendly and professional. On our way to the fort we saw dolphins and the captain changed course and spent 15 minutes so that we could enjoy this magical moment.

  • Laura Newton

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by Laura Newton on 13/06/2024

    Fort Boyard trip: Cruise overran which meant we had to run to our bus when we got off to get our flight. Boat stopped off in ile d'aix to pick up passengers. It was not in the itinerary that the company would also be using our trip as a ferry. Reported this to our provider who we brought the tickets from and they suggested Interiles practically accused us of lying about it all, when I have photographic evidence to prove it. Very disappointing.

  • H Q

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by H Q on 28/11/2022

    Worst service ever, EVER! We paid the full price to go and visit the island. However, they only announced in French, with their very bad pronunciations, that we had to present ourselves to the front should we want to step out of the boat. Since we didn’t understand it, the boat didn’t even make the stop en just straight away turned around. When we explained the situation, they refused to refund us, to give us a new ticket or to even apologise. I really wished I could give zero stars! —————- Response on their response: There’s no point in lying. The stories got a (shortened) version in English. But for the debark-announcement, you didn’t speak english and we actually did mention it to the youngster who was working on the boat. And to top it all of, you weren’t even willing to refund the money we paid too much. I’ll make sure to tell everyone about your hospitality.

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Compagnie interîles – Au départ de La Rochelle

Address

Vieux Port
Cours des Dames
17000 La Rochelle

GPS coordinates

46° 9'25.18"N, 1° 9'13.02"W

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