Or for the more sporting the windsurfing bay, the “Bonne Anse”, the excellent surfing beaches of the “Cote Sauvage” or just sun bathing in view of “Le Cordouan” or the magnificent “Fort Boyard”.

Les Charmettes

Our caravan in La Palmyre is located in the Les Charmettes 'parc'. The park is located in an area of pine forests and unspoilt countryside, with beautiful golden beaches a short car journey away.

The park itself has excellent facilities and can cater for all ages and tastes. There are three swimming pools, waterslides, children's play areas, bicycle hire, bars, tennis, volleyball and boules facilities.

In addition to restaurants and snack bars the camp has a well stocked supermarket and launderette facilities.

Les Charmettes caters especially well for families, with a special club that provides organised sports and games for children aged between 5 and 13 for several hours each day.

The new indoor pool, sports activities, children’s clubs, and superb entertainment venues are waiting for you at Les Charmettes.

Exploring the Area

Situated in the Charente Maritime; one of the smallest but sunniest regions in France, this area is renowned for its beaches. The resort at La Palmyre is ideal for families but if you prefer catching the waves, then head further round the coast near the lighthouse for excellent surfing.

La Palmyre -The zoo at is one of the biggest in Europe with 1,600 animals.

Mornac – A pretty riverside village with arts and crafts workshops.

La Rochelle – Great shops, lots of restaurants, beaches and a huge aquarium.

Cognac – A town needing very little introduction but definitely a day to visit with guided tours of distilleries and glass factory.

Marennes – Views of “la Seudre” estuary and islands from top of the church

Royan – Modern resort rebuilt in the 50’s, marine and fishing port, shopping centre, large indoor morning market (mainly food), boat trips (fishing, Gironde astuary, phare de Courdouan) Ferry across estuary (Medoc wine region).

Rochefort – Military heritage, boatbuilding, garrison, “Corderie Royale” (where ropes were one made for man-of-war sailing ships), one of the few remaining transporter bridges in the world. So go enjoy the sun, fun and experience of this most beautiful part of France.

Combine all of this with one of the best parks in Europe and you have an unforgettable holiday experience.