Responsible boating

On the Ile d'Oléron, water sports activities are many and varied: surfing, sailing, canoeing, sand yachting... there's something for everyone! And when the professionals are strongly committed to sustainable development and are trained to help you discover the local biodiversity... it's a pure delight!

The Responsible Boating Label

Above all, enjoying a water sports activity means discovering a territory with a different perspective, entering a sensitive natural area and observing all the life that can be found there... Whether on the magnificent fine sand beaches of the Ile d'Oléron, in the marshes of l'Eguille or the Seudre, the richness of our territory can be discovered on a Stand-Up Paddle, a catamaran or during a surfing session.

Since 2019, several water sports providers have been awarded the "Responsible Nautism" label. In concrete terms, the instructors who will supervise you during these services have been trained to ensure that you experience much more than just a water sports session.

Fauna, flora, local history, impact of climate change, the people involved in the responsible water sports label will be delighted to share their knowledge and answer your questions on all these subjects.

Professionals with a strong commitment

In addition to being trained in local biodiversity, Responsible Yachting professionals are committed to minimizing the impact of their activities on the local environment, to avoiding pollution and to sorting and recycling their waste and equipment. You'll even see them organizing waste pick-ups on the beach or in the marsh.

Not forgetting the importance of taking part in local life, as demonstrated by their long opening hours. Nautical activities on the Ile d'Oléron and in the Marennes basin aren't just for summer! The Nautisme Responsable label is a guarantee of quality and professionalism.