Get ready to discover a dazzling corner of France that lies between Bordeaux to the south and the Loire Valley to the north. With sandy beaches, a choice of three Siblu campsites and summery weather to rival the Med, the region has all of the ingredients to make the perfect family holiday. Charente Maritime’s gentle microclimate combines perfectly with a stunning coastline. This makes it the ideal spot for sandcastle-builders, water-sport enthusiasts and sun-worshippers, whichever Siblu camping option you choose! |
In striking distance of our three holiday parks in Charente-Maritime – Les Charmettes, Bonne Anse Plage and La Pignade – Royan’s town beach, La Grande Conche, has superb family facilities and lifeguards in high season. Nearby, there are smaller sandy coves to visit. And further afield more adventurous beach-goers can experience the pounding waves and fragrant forest delights of La Côte Sauvage (surfboards recommended!). |
Why choose Charente Maritime?
Its microclimate means it benefits from mild weather and low rainfall
Enjoy water sports and relaxing on Atlantic Coast beaches
Visit historic La Rochelle or the stunning Île de Ré
Explore the region by bike or on foot
Where to find them: Siblu Holiday Parks in France

Charente-Maritime- Exploring the Coast

Families love to head to the resort of La Palmyre with its sheltered beaches and coves, where little ones can swim safely in the calm bay. Further around the coast, the Côte Sauvage is the surfers’ spot where you can work up an appetite catching the crashing waves. A stroll along St Palais is perfect in the evening sun for a relaxing meal overlooking the sea, rocks and ‘King of Lights’ (the Lighthouse of Cordouan). One of the most beautiful seaside beaches can be found at Les Sables d'Olonne, which offers beautiful views of blue green waters, fine white sand, fragranced with salty sea air and grilled seafood. At dusk, sit on the beach and take in the breathtaking night sky.


Charente-Maritime- Towns & History




Charente-Maritime- Culture & Attractions




PLANE The nearest airport to our Charente-Maritime parks is La Rochelle- Île de Ré airport. Ryanair runs direct flights from Dublin to La Rochelle during the summer season. FERRY Many of our holidaymakers opt for the ease of bringing their own cars to Charente Maritime by getting the ferry from Ireland. Cherbourg and Roscoff ferry ports easily accessible from Ireland thanks to crossings with Irish Ferries (from Dublin), Brittany Ferries (from Cork and Rosslare) and Stena Line (from Rosslare). Irish Ferries Irish Ferries have a number of crossings throughout the summer, running every other day of the week Route: Dublin-Cherbourg Stena Line Stena Line run crossings 3 times a week Route: Rosslare-Cherbourg Brittany Ferries Our partnership with Brittany ferries gives you a 5% discount on your ferry crossing! Routes: Rosslare-Roscoff Departs: Monday evenings. Returns: Tuesday evenings Cork-Roscoff Departures: Saturday nights *Make sure to check the ferry providers' websites for the most up-to-date information about crossings |
Distances/driving time from La Rochelle airport
77km/ 1hr 2 mins drive
87 km/ 1 hr 10 mins drive
92 km/ 1hr 16 mins drive
Distances/driving time from Roscoff ferry port
517km/ 5 hrs 45 mins drive
533 km/ 5 hrs 55 mins drive
532 km/ 5 hrs 55 mins drive
Distances/driving time from Cherbourg ferry port
547 km/ 5 hrs 50 mins drive
558 km/ 6 hrs drive
563 km/ 6 hrs 5 mins drive