Huîtres Saveurs Nacrées Oyster tasting facing Yves Bay

YVES'S PEARLY FLAVORS OYSTER CABIN: SALES AND TASTING BY THE SEA

A family oyster hut open all year round

Located in the commune of Yves, between Châtelaillon-Plage and Fouras, the Huîtres Saveurs Nacrées hut is an oyster farm run by the Marié family, oyster producers for several generations. Accessible all year round, it offers takeaway sales of seasonal seafood, as well as a range of carefully selected regional products. This place is part of a direct sales approach, allowing visitors to discover the reality of the oyster farming profession.

A tasting with a view of Yves Bay

The cabin is ideally located by the sea, with a clear view of the bay of Yves, the island of Aix and the coast of Fouras. Visitors can enjoy a moment of seafood tasting, in a peaceful setting facing the ocean. Access is directly from the coastal promenade between Châtelaillon-Plage and Yves, very popular with walkers, cyclists or rollerbladers. This location at the edge of the route makes it a popular stop for a gourmet break in the great outdoors.

Local products and seafood specialties

In addition to freshly harvested oysters, the Huîtres Saveurs Nacrées cabin offers a selection of local products : fish soups, artisanal rillettes, sardines, pineau des Charentes... All products come from local or regional sources. Temporary exhibitions of artists from the region are regularly organized on site, strengthening the link between local culture and maritime gastronomy.

An oyster dispenser to help yourself at any time

An oyster vending machine is located in the immediate vicinity of the hut, allowing the purchase of fresh produce outside of opening hours. This system offers customers more flexibility while maintaining the quality of oysters from family production. The hut's opening hours are updated weekly on the website's homepage. Please note: the establishment is closed on Thursday evenings only.

To discover within a 30 km radius

Located in an area where unspoiled nature meets vibrant maritime heritage, the Huîtres Saveurs Nacrées cabin is a great starting point for exploring Charente Maritime. In the immediate vicinity, the Marais d'Yves nature reserve offers walks and birdwatching opportunities related to coastal ecosystems. The easily accessible seaside resort of Châtelaillon-Plage offers a fine sandy beach, a covered market, a casino, and summer activities.

Further south, Fouras-les-Bains offers a boat trip to the island of Aix from the Pointe de la Fumée, or a visit to the fortifications of Fort Vauban. Lovers of local produce can also stop off in the villages of Saint-Vivien, Salles-sur-Mer or Thairé, where you can find honey, local wines, saffron and market garden vegetables.

Finally, about twenty kilometers away, La Rochelle attracts visitors with its Old Port, its medieval towers, its famous aquarium and its numerous fish restaurants. The entire region offers numerous opportunities for coastal walks, gourmet visits and craft encounters, within a radius accessible in less than 30 minutes from the cabin.

For your health, avoid eating too fatty, too sweet, too salty