Ile de Re has long been associated with sandy beaches, in fact, gently sloping beaches are so good that this island used to film some scenes for the classic war film The Longest Day, the D-Day landings in June 1944th But there is no need to worry, except for some rusty German bunkers, very little is left of the Second World War, and today the island is devoted to leisure and entertainment tourist attractions
.Close La Rochelle - which is fast TGV train service to Paris - the Ile de Re holidays have become very popular with Parisians and many other French tourists - so much so that the French called the Hamptons.
This just means that Frenchness Island Resort has maintained its identity as an authentic French tourist destination, and not become just another anonymous seaside destinations -. although the 'island' is now connected to the mainland
30 km long and 5 km wide (about 18.6miles per 3miles), Ile de Re is known for its sunny climate, and although it attracts many visitors every summer, there is enough room for everyone, but it's still easy to get away from it all. The locals - known as Retois - are noted for their laid-back approach to life and their hospitality in this sun-kissed island of
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sandy white beaches: the best beaches for sunbathing on the Ile de Re in the south, where you can choose from 10 km of fine white sand to lay their towel. Le Bois-Plage-en-Re is one of the most popular and picturesque as many of South Beach has a beach club for children. For a quieter beach, head for those on the southwest coast, near des Baleines Phare (the lighthouse). In the north, the beaches and shallow rockier, although this makes them great for rockpooling.
sight: This holiday island is famous for its white-washed villages, houses and gardens bursting with hollyhocks - but the terrain surrounding villages and neatly Wilder with wild rosemary, pine forests and wetlands that are farmed oysters and salt, known as "white gold", is harvested. The island is famous for the production of Fleur de sel (flower of salt). roads are not made for a lot of cars so that the best way to see the island that she is on the bike - the terrain is wonderfully flat. There are 100 km of cycling trails and plenty of places throughout the island where you can rent bikes. Horseback riding is also popular here. While the leads visitors are spoiled for choice with canoeing, sailing, boat trips, windsurfing, water skiing and surfing.
cities and villages: Ile de Re has ten towns or villages - St Martin-de-Re, plus Ste Marie-de-Re, Ars-en-Ré, La Couarde-sur-Mer, La Flotte, Le Bois-Plage-en-Re, Les Portes-en-Ré, Loix, Rivedoux Plage and Saint-Clement-des-Baleines. La Flotte and Ars-en-Re received a prestigious award to two of the most beautiful places in France.
the capital of Saint Martin-de-Re lively bustling town set around the harbor filled with brightly colored boats. Have a drink or meal on the abundant cafes and restaurants or do a spot of shopping in the many chic boutiques.
Here, the children can ride on an island famous'ass in the pants' - traditionally the animals' legs were covered in the pants to protect them from mosquitoes, when they worked in the salt marshes
.fort built by St. Martin's acclaimed French military engineer Vauban in the second half of the 17th century can still be seen. Citadel is now a prison, but it's worth walking along the walls.
on the northern coast of the Ile de Re La Flotte-en-Re. This very beautiful port village with two impressive fortress. Fort de la Pree, built in 1626, is the oldest on the island and played an important role in the fight against the English. L'Abbaye des Chateliers was built by Cistercian monks in the 12th century. Looted and burned, now renovated and has a haunting mood. guided tours are great fun for children to treasure hunt that will allow them to explore the village more. Sign in to La Maison du Platin
Noah's Ark: If you have kids, then head here. Parc de l'Arche de Noe has a lot of different birds and animals, including Amazon parrots flying freely, flamingos and monkeys plus an aquarium, botanical garden and butterfly and insect museum. Route du Phare, Saint Clement des Baleines;. tel 05 46 29 23 23
Phare des Baleines: the western tip of Ile de Re in Saint-Clement de Baleines this lighthouse seen from miles around. The second oldest lighthouse in France, it was built in 1855 and stands 55m high cost. If you have the stamina, climb 257 stone steps to a fantastic view of the Vendée coast, Breton Strait and surrounding wetlands. Nearby is the oldest lighthouse, built in 1682, but no longer work. More on Phare des Baleines.
Details
Tourist : 3 Rue du Pere Ignace, Saint Martin de Re, tel 05 46 09 00 55
Travel : L'Ile de Re is connected 3 km toll bridge from La Rochelle. The airport at La Rochelle is a short drive from downtown. TGV from Paris takes just under three hours.
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