Camping in Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron

The capital city of île d'Oléron

The small city of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron is lively and active all year long – it's the heart of the « isle of light ». Once you're all set up at your campsite, you'll love shopping there. Make sure you visit la Cotinière's fish-market also!

Do not miss these when you're camping in Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron :

·        la Cotinière harbour fair (in August) to eat super fresh sea food and dance to the hit songs of summer

·        Fort-Royer's oyster farm, to learn about oysters and visit a remarkable historical site

·        Île d'Oléron museum (and the majestic building hosting it), to learn about life on the island in the days of yore in a fun and interactive way

·        the little towns nearby – Arceau, la Chefmalière, la Menounière, la Biroire – with their typical little white houses

·        peaceful Matha beach, perfect for a day out with your family

·        Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron church, with its six-sided tower that offers a breathtaking view over pointe d'Antioche, île d'Aix and île de Ré

·        Lanterne des Morts – « lantern of the dead » – a majestic 23 meters high gothic tower

·        Maison des Aïeules – «  the grandparents’ house » – where local famous writer Pierre Loti rests (can’t be visited)

·        RirOléron Festival (late September / early October) with performances of famous comedians at the Eldorado venue

·        Oléron Ukulele Festival (early July), with its many concerts and open scenes. Shows also held at Château-d'Oléron

·        La Boirie gardens, a verdant setting where tropical flowers and plants grow