Head to France’s Atlantic coastline, where the gentle waters of the Gironde estuary in Charente-Maritime meet the wild, historic shores of the Vendée.

Charente-Maritime: Saint-Georges-de-Didonne

Just next to Royan, Saint-Georges-de-Didonne opens directly onto the vast Gironde estuary. This is a warm, family-friendly seaside resort framed by sweeping pine forests and dramatic limestone cliffs.

Here, nature takes centre stage: the Atlantic Ocean meets the Gironde estuary in a breathtaking landscape of cliffs, dunes, and maritime pine woods. It’s the perfect place to slow down and soak it all in.

Stroll along the Grande Plage and admire the iconic carrelets fishing huts suspended over the water. Climb up to the Vallières Lighthouse for panoramic views over the estuary. Then set off to explore the wild landscapes of the Coubre Forest and the dramatic Pointe de Suzac.

Vendée: Talmont-Saint-Hilaire

Just south of Les Sables-d'Olonne, Talmont-Saint-Hilaire offers a striking contrast of experiences: a historic medieval castle, the elegant marina of Port Bourgenay, and the beautifully preserved Payré estuary.

Sheltered by the Veillon dune, the estuary unfolds as a maze of winding channels, salt marshes, and oyster farms. This is a place to truly disconnect.

A must-do experience: rent a paddleboard or kayak at high tide and glide silently through this untouched natural sanctuary. Don’t miss a visit to Richard the Lionheart’s castle, or a leisurely wander through the charming village of La Guittière.

Summer events

Summer concerts at Port Bourgenay

Evening performances at Talmont Castle

Salt Festival at the Guittière salt marshes

Crescendo Festival

15th August fireworks

Summer night markets

FestiVaux

The late-summer food “duel”

A delicious clash of Atlantic flavours:

From Charente-Maritime: Marennes-Oléron oysters, éclade de moules (mussels cooked under pine needles), and Charentaise sponge cake.

From Vendée: white beans (mogettes) with Vendée ham, warm préfou garlic bread for apéritif, gâche or Vendée brioche, and an abundance of fresh seafood.

To drink: a chilled glass of local Charentais white wine or crisp white Pineau. Or, from Vendée, a wine from the Fiefs Vendéens (AOC Brem or Mareuil), perfect for summer evenings.

Offer Details

7-night stays (Saturday to Saturday)

Arrivals between 08/08/26 - 29/08/26

Limited-time offer: Book between 14/07/26 - 21/07/26

15% discount with code BONVIA, combinable with other offers already applied to eligible Lagrange products. Cannot be backdated.

Offer valid while stocks last and subject to availability of accommodation allocated to this promotion.

Please note: obvious errors in price and/or description of the offer are not binding.

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