Camping Île d'Oléron

Mobile home rental on the Île d’Oléron

It can sometimes be difficult to find all the comfort you count on from our Artisans of Happiness on an island. And that’s true for a camping holiday on the Île d’Oléron. 4 and 5 star campsites with premium mobile home rentals are few and far between on Oléron. But no need to worry! You can enjoy all that Oléron has to offer without missing out on the unique Yelloh! Village experience.

Better still, you’ll relish every aspect of island living while exploring the beauty of the Île d’Oléron. Book your stay at our residences – Horizons Ré and Le Village du Phare – on the neighbouring island of Île de Ré and immerse yourself in the wonders of the Charente-Maritime, including the stunning Île d’Oléron. In fact, more than just a campsite, you’ll benefit from a residence offering unparalleled comfort, with apartments and studios featuring all mod cons. And you’ll still benefit from the services and amenities you’d expect to find at our 4 and 5 star campsites. Finally, you’ll be just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean!

What can you do while camping on the Île d’Oléron?

A stay at a campsite on the Île d’Oléron is your chance to experience this unique setting of ocean, forest and picture-perfect villages. Stay in a mobile home rental and set off to explore the must-sees – Chassiron lighthouse, Le Château-d’Oléron citadel or the quaint port of La Cotinière.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love cycling along the cycle paths, which cover over 160 km, adore the boat trips out to admire Fort Boyard, and enjoy harvesting shellfish on the foreshores. The beaches are very different but are all great places for a day out relaxing, whether it’s surfing at Vert-Bois, family fun in the water at Gatseau or stunning views at Boyardville. When you’re not busy exploring, why not sample the Marennes-Oléron oysters or indulge in an éclade de moules – a traditional mussel dish cooked over fragrant pine needles – two of the island’s signature culinary delights.

Oléron lives to the rhythm of the tides, the colourful markets and the festive summer buzz that fills the island.

FAQ

What are the sightseeing attractions on the Île d’Oléron?

• Chassiron lighthouse and its sweeping views of the ocean
• Le Château-d’Oléron citadel and its ramparts
• La Cotinière harbour, vibrantly coloured and quintessentially charming
• The salt marshes and their traditional shacks
• Île d’Oléron Museum, to delve further into local history

What are the activities on offer on the Île d’Oléron?

• Bike rides along the many cycle paths
• A sea cruise to see Fort Boyard up close
• Discovery of the local fauna and flora in the Moëze-Oléron nature reserve
• Shore fishing at low tide
• Sampling oysters straight from the oyster farm

Which are the most beautiful beaches on the Île d’Oléron?

• Vert-Bois beach, a superb surf spot
• Les Saumonards beach, fringed by a pinewood
• Boyardville beach, with views of Fort Boyard
• Gatseau beach, a protected, family-friendly spot
• La Perroche beach, wonderful at sunset

Which are the local specialities that you simply must try?

• Marennes-Oléron oysters
• Mouclade oléronaise, a creamy mussel dish
• The éclade de moules, mussels cooked under a layer of fragrant pine needles
• Pineau des Charentes and cognac
• Charentaise galette, a soft, buttery cake

What can you see and do on the Île d’Oléron if it’s raining?

• Île d’Oléron Museum
• The craft workshops and art galleries
• The oyster shacks converted into small shops
• The covered markets to discover the local produce