Camping Salt marshes

The outstanding heritage represented by the salt marshes definitely has to be seen if you are keen to capture the soul of the Charente islands. Harvesting salt and the delicate fleur de sel crystals has been a tradition on the island since the 15th century, experiencing its heyday in the 19th century. Make sure you take the time to unearth all the secrets of this intriguing activity! 

Your Sandaya campsite condenses the very best of the Île de Ré. Ideally located between the marshes and the ocean, it will be the ideal base from which to explore the whole island and marvel at all its treasures. And even when you’re having a day off from sightseeing, there’ll still be plenty for you to do! Water park, free children’s clubs, sports grounds and other benefits await!

With the family, opt for a guided visit of the salt marsh ecomuseum in Loix to learn all about the production of this precious white gold. See the tools used to produce and harvest the salt and hear about the history of this age-old practice... visitors of every age will be fascinated by the salt farming profession! And who knows? It could even spark a vocation among your young campers! 

After a highly informative visit, stop off at the shop to pick up a salty souvenir of your holiday on the Île de Ré to enhance all your dishes back home. A taste of the Île de Ré even when you’re far away.  

Are you nature lovers, or simply just lovers? A cycle ride through the salt marshes is the ideal romantic excursion! The salt marshes will gradually reveal their beauty as you pedal along. And all along the way, you’ll find some authentic little restaurants for a lovely meal, just the two of you. 

Then hop back on your bikes and venture down to the nearby beaches that line the coastline. There, lie back and admire the setting sun, wrapped in the arms of your special someone. That’s how they do romantic on the Île de Ré!