What to do when it rains in Marennes-Oléron?
With over 100 days of sunshine a year, La Lumineuse is no stranger to bad weather! And while we're waiting for the good weather to return, what can we do to keep our vacations watertight? Check out our umbrella-free outing ideas!
Take a trip back in time
Since the dawn of time, man and the elements have coexisted on Oléron. How have the islanders adapted to share this corner of the world with nature? Three key sites address this question. Firstly, through the prism of the architecture of the villages of Oléron, so representative of the region, with an immersive, sensory visit to the Maison Eco-Paysanne in Grand-Village-Plage. For a step back in time, stop off at the Musée de l'île d'Oléron in Saint-Pierre d'Oléron. A true snapshot in time of the islanders' daily lives. Finally, head back down to Marennes-Hiers-Brouage, for a fun outing to the Cité de l'Huître, and plunge into the heart of oyster-farming tradition and know-how on a guided tour.
Switch to slow mode
The elements are raging and your vacation whirlwind has come to a standstill. What if slowing down was actually an opportunity to take some time for yourself, to get back into a more natural rhythm of life? Now's the perfect time to try that yoga workshop you've been putting off for so long. For a gentle discovery session, the Find Your Tree team welcomes you all year round. Or enjoy a relaxing ocean-view Thalasso treatment at the Novotel hotel in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains. The Iléo spa in Dolus d'Oléron guarantees an afternoon of wellness sessions (hammam, sauna, Nordic spa, aquatic massages...) in the warmth of the ocean, with the sound of rain lapping against the waves in the background.
Walking in the footsteps of Vauban
Take shelter within the protective walls of the various Vauban fortifications dotted around the region. At Château d'Oléron, L'Arsenal in the heart of the citadel offers a panoramic view of the history of these constructions in the region, thanks to models and period documents: between two showers, you can take the opportunity to take a look outside and put theory into practice by exploring the perimeter of the citadel. In Bourcefranc-Le Chapus, at Fort Louvois, Fort Boyard's little brother, you can put yourself in the shoes of the soldiers who protected the site... Photo studio in period costume, games and investigations: it's as if you were there! To finish your afternoon at the heart of history, head for the Citadelle de Brouage. It's so well preserved that you can almost hear the footsteps of curious historical figures still walking the streets...
Change the record!
Music and friends - what better way to warm up the mood! Far from conventional cultural venues, enjoy the conviviality of evenings at La Bigaille. Concerts, lectures and workshops are all part of a rich and varied program, guaranteeing you a great evening! Pop, jazz, soul, folk: with its eclectic program, the Casino de Saint-Trojan-les-Bains livens up your gaming evenings with warm, intimate concerts. Just a stone's throw from the sea, the concert bar L'Echoppe Bar in Boyardville offers a fine program to end the day on a high note. Bonus point for their varied local menu!