The Ré island
An authentic island
Once you cross the bridge separating the island from the mainland, you will discover the authenticity of this island cradled by the atlantic ocean. No less than 10 villages dot the 85 sqkm of this perl of Charente Maritime, just a few kilometers from La Rochelle.
The Ré island
An island to discover
Well known for its wonderful beaches and its temperate climate all year long, this natural island, overflows with authentic and well preserved landscapes that you can enjoy riding a bicycle between vines, pine forest or salt marshes.
The Ré island
A legacy island
Ré island, is also an island of culture and flavours. Its rich patrimony, Vauban’s fortifications and the whiteness of traditional houses will be here to please visitor’s discovery. On the flavour side, Ré’s gastronomy is based on earth and sea : oysters, salt, salicornia, wine and potatoes make producers and restaurants’s reputation.
The Ré island
A deeply human island
The biggest island’s wealth is Réthais people. An islander population who feels a deep attach to its land. A welcoming population who will share its close relation with their island, its unknown nooks, authentics places and a duty to preserve it.