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Saint-Martin-de-Ré heritage trail
Visorando Member
2.55 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
This tour invites you to discover the rich history of Saint-Martin-de-Ré through the heritage signage of the Pays d'art et d'histoire de l'Île de Ré (heritage service of the Community of Communes). Through these monuments and unmissable sites, you will discover the many facets of this town, which will reveal some of its secrets.
Explore the old town of Saint-Martin-de-Ré
1.14 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
Architectural tour of the old town of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Pays d'Art et d'Histoire de l'Île de Ré (heritage service of the Île de Ré Community of Communes).
Countryside, ocean and woodland around Saint-Martin-de-Ré
9.25 mi
+105 ft
-98 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
An easy walk offering a variety of scenery: the town of Saint-Martin-de-Ré and Vauban’s fortifications, oyster farmers on the banks of the Pertuis Breton, some marshland and vineyards, the wide beaches on the ocean side (Pertuis d’Antioche), and pleasant pine and cedar woods.
From Saint-Martin-de-Ré to La Flotte
4.20 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
A leisurely stroll between Saint-Martin-de-Ré and La Flotte along a coastal path reserved for pedestrians.
Explore the village of La Flotte and its daily market.
Discovering Saint-Martin-de-Ré
3.52 mi
+36 ft
-49 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
Discover Saint-Martin-de-Ré and its fortifications designed by Vauban (citadel, ramparts, guardhouse).
Around Bois-Plage-en-Ré
8.43 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
Bois-Plage-en-Ré is the seaside resort of the Ile de Ré with long beaches lined with dunes. It is also a wine producing region with plenty of wooded areas.
On the Loix-en-Ré peninsula
11.53 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde-sur-Mer (Charente-Maritime)
The smallest village and port on the Île de Ré, in the heart of the salt marshes. A very peaceful peninsula, bordered to the east by the Fosse de Loix and to the west by the Fier d'Ars. The small village of Loix is very lively in summer.
From La Couarde-sur-Mer to the Martray crossing
7.71 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde-sur-Mer (Charente-Maritime)
This hike, starting from the small village of La Couarde-sur-Mer, will take you through the salt marshes of Loix-en-Ré and, after passing through Martray, the narrowest point on Île de Ré, back to the starting point along the coast.
La Flotte en Ré and the Rivedoux Forest
7.38 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Flotte (Charente-Maritime)
Starting from the ruins of Châteliers Abbey, this route will first take you along the coast at the top of the cliff, then across the Flotte via its small footpaths. You will then return to the starting point through the pine and holm oak forest of Rivedoux, passing by Fort de la Prée.
Around the Abbaye des Châteliers and Fort de la Prée
3.49 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from La Flotte (Charente-Maritime)
Walk along the north coast at the entrance to Île de Ré to discover the imposing ruins of Châteliers Abbey, dating from 1156, and Fort de la Prée, the oldest military building on the island.
Tour of the Loix peninsula
5.23 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Loix (Charente-Maritime)
Best enjoyed in winter in the sunshine, without the crowds of tourists.
This hike can also be extended by about 1.5 km via the eastern part of Loix, Le Clénandré.
There are no difficulties or pitfalls, and everything is well signposted. Much of the route can also be covered by bicycle.
Much of the route is on a dyke where you will have a beautiful view of the sea and the barnacle geese in season.
The Five Landscapes Trail in Sainte-Marie-de-Ré
4.74 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Marie-de-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
It's a walk to stroll at your own pace through the village's different natural environments. This route will take you from the narrow streets to the forest and from the coast to the former salt marshes of the Grands Prés, now a major site for biodiversity on the Île de Ré.
Route along the coast and through the forest from Rivedoux-Plage to La Flotte-en-Ré.
10.72 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Rivedoux-Plage (Charente-Maritime)
Start at the foot of the Ile de Ré bridge and walk along the coast to the small village of La Flotte-en-Ré, returning through the woods. During this walk, you will discover Fort de la Pré, Abbaye des Châteliers, the small port of La Flotte-en-Ré and the small village of Rivedoux-Plage.
From the Bois de Trousse Chemise to Portes-en-Ré via the Lilleau des Niges
5.57 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Les Portes-en-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
At the very tip of the Île de Ré, La Patache is an oyster-farming port on the banks of the Fier d’Ars. It is an excellent starting point for a walk that will take you through marshes and along beaches across the unassuming yet highly sought-after area of Portes-en-Ré.
Plan to finish at the beaches at low tide.
From the Fier to the sea at Ars-en-Ré
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.63 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ars-en-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
A magnificent walk around Ars en Ré. From the banks of the Fier, pass through the salt marshes to reach the Martray sea wall, the Combe à l'Eau forest and return to the Fier and the port of Ars.
The black and white bell tower, which serves as a landmark for local sailors, is always in view.
From the Ile de Ré bridge to Nieul-sur-Mer
10.20 mi
+135 ft
-105 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime)
The first part of the route takes you along the coastal trail with a section around the outskirts of the small ports of Lauzières and Plomb.
Small viewing points are scattered along the route giving you the chance to observe the Pertuis Breton and the Ile de Ré and its bridge.
The return leg takes you around the outskirts of the Nieul-Sur-Mer communes and then L'Houmeau.
Chemin de Pampin
6.12 mi
+66 ft
-43 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime)
A beautiful walk along the Charente coastline, between Pointe de la Répentie and Port du Plomb. Beautiful views of the Île de Ré bridge, the northern shore of the island and the Vendée coast, separated by the Pertuis Breton.
The Fier d'Ars-en-Ré
5.84 mi
+10 ft
-13 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Ars-en-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
After passing through the small village of Ars-en-Ré with its typical narrow streets, you will follow the Fier d'Ars to the ocean. You will then finish your walk by following the beach back to the starting point.
From Saint-Clément-des-Baleines to Portes-en-Ré
12.29 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines (Charente-Maritime)
A pleasant walk that begins with a passage through a nature reserve (salt marshes and nature reserve - the main refuge for many migratory birds from November to May) and then continues through the "petit bois de trousse chemise" (small wood) beloved by Aznavour. The return trip along the beach to the whale lighthouse offers a complete change of scenery. Sumptuous panorama from the top of the lighthouse.
Sainte-Anne-la Grière and the Tanche-sur-Mer lighthouse
8.71 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Tranche-sur-Mer (Vendée)
This route takes you through the Parc de la Grière, past the various beaches at La Tranche-sur-Mer and past the lighthouse halfway along the route. In summer, arrive early and at low tide.
Around the Grouin du Cou Lighthouse and the Dune de Paris
3.02 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from La Tranche-sur-Mer (Vendée)
A short walk for days when the weather is bad, taking in woodland, dunes and a holiday resort area with architecture typical of seaside villages.
Around the Grouin du Cou Lighthouse
5.45 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Tranche-sur-Mer (Vendée)
Enjoy the woods and beach at La Tranche-sur-Mer.
Please note: part of the route runs along the beach and is not accessible at high tide. In this case, you can start from point (6) and reach point (2) via the forest paths.
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