Gironde estuary

Gironde estuary

Covering an area of ​​600 square kilometers, the Gironde estuary is the largest estuary in Europe. Born from the convergence of the Garonne and the Dordogne, this estuary extends between islands, marshes and prestigious wine estates.

Protected natural environment, rich in history, the Gironde estuary is also an attraction to various activities: fishing of migratory fish, wine culture and water sports are on the program.

Not to miss at the equinox of April and September: Bore. Up the estuary near 30 km / h at the inland, this flood benefits brave surfers and the spectators gathered on the banks of the water.

Located at the mouth of the estuary, Ideal Camping *** makes you enjoy an environment rich in discovery !

  • Camping avec accès à la plage200m from the beach
  • Camping équipé d'une piscineWaterpark on site
  • Forêt près du campingHeart of the forest
  • Accès direct à l'océan atlantique2500 hours of sunshine

Escape by discovering the Charente-Maritime

South of Royan, on the Côte de Beauté, come and enjoy a beach of almost 2 kilometres long, in the heart of our active commune of Saint Georges de Didonne.

This listed resort, located at the mouth of the Gironde estuary, the largest in Europe, offers all kinds of activities, with water sports and sand yachting at the forefront and must-see sites such as the Vallières lighthouse overlooking the port.

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Le littoral en Charente Maritime