What to do at Ile de Re

Some of Île de Ré’s beaches attract surfers from all over Charente-Maritime and beyond. There are many places around the island where you can take on the waves by going surfing, windsurfing, foiling or kitesurfing.

Île de Ré is a cycling paradise with 85 miles of bike trails. The best way to visit the island is by bike, either on your own or with family or friends. There are lots of routes along the coast as well as through the woods and vineyards.

The watersports centres and sailing schools on Île de Ré provide lessons and courses in stunning surroundings where you can go windsurfing or sail a dinghy or a catamaran. All levels are catered for.

Île de Ré has it all. Golfers will want to head to Golf de Trousse-Chemise at the end of the island, a great nine-hole golf course with a picture-postcard setting.

Île de Ré is known for its many foodie delights. The most famous are protected AOC potatoes, Pineau fortified wine, oysters and fleur de sel. But the island also has some other incredible produce from the land and the sea up its sleeve...

What can you do on Île de Ré off La Rochelle? Enjoy exploring the island’s long sandy beaches, of course! The beaches have golden sand and turquoise water, perfect whether you like to relax or go out and do some watersports.

The first French island to be awarded “Villes et Pays d’Art et d’Histoire” status for its patrimony by France’s Ministry of Culture, Île de Ré has a rich cultural heritage and unique vistas at every turn.

« Dans l'île de Ré, Ma belle adorée, Je t'emmènerai »

- Claude Nougaro, Ile de Ré