Stay in La Palmyre: what to do, what to see?

Between the sea and the forests, Les Mathes La Palmyre attracts all nature lovers, whether young or old. Pine forests, a zoo, and bike tours: discover all the activities to do during your stay in this charming commune located in the Charente-Maritime region.

Camping in the middle of nature

To make the most of the lush nature, there’s nothing like staying in a campsite surrounded by pine forests and by the sea. The Camping Club The Wild Coast Four Stars offers camping pitches for tents, or fully equipped cottages. Just steps from the ocean with direct access to the beach, the Camping Club also has an aquatic park that offers your children water slides, waterfalls and endless pools. Visit the MS Vacances website to learn more about your stay at a campsite in La Palmyre.

A sporting stay in the open air

During your holiday in La Palmyre, you will have plenty of choice in terms of activities. The program includes relaxing on the fine sandy beaches of the Côte Sauvage or the baie de Bonne Anse, which stretch for miles. Along the entire length, numerous walking and cycling trails are available, with circuits and more than 40 kilometers of cycling paths. You can also take advantage of the ocean to engage in all kinds of nautical activities: kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding…

After having tasted the sea air, now dive into the Forest of the Ashes, This protected area covers an area of more than 4,000 hectares. This preserved territory invites you to take a walk on foot or by bike, with its marked trails that stretch for several kilometers. You can discover the fauna and flora of the region here, and enjoy a breath of fresh air amidst the forest massif. The added bonus: the horseback ride, to discover the forest in a different way!

The Zoo of La Palmyre: the main attraction 

The highlight of your stay? The Zoo de la Palmyre, which seems to be the must-do activity in the region. Nothing beats seeing over 110 species of animals on 18 hectares. Pink flamingos, lemurs, monkeys, giraffes, and kangaroos: you won’t be short of being dazzled by all these animals. There are also other theme parks in the region: zip lines, Luna Park… You’ll have plenty of things to keep the kids busy during all the holidays.

Happiness in the plate

As for the local gastronomy, you will also be delighted. Among the local specialties of the Charente-Maritime region, you will find many seafood: scallops, winkles, mussels, oysters… The Charente truffle is also renowned throughout France, alongside caviar and saffron. And let’s not forget the famous Charentaise galette, a traditional cake from Saintonge to be savoured, made with flour, butter, sugar, eggs and candied angelica. Enough to make your mouth water!