THE LIGHTHOUSE OF WHALES
The island's most symbolic monument, the Baleines lighthouse in ...Read more
FORTIFICATIONS
Visit the UNESCO-listed fortifications built between 1681 and 1685 in ...Read more
OUR LADY OF ALL SAINTS CHURCH
The church is home to a number of listed objects, including the Virgin and ...Read more
THE TIDE MILL
Read moreIt is a bicycle tour, because the cycle path connecting the village to the rest of the island offers the walkers a unique panorama of this monument built in the Middle Ages by the religious of Saint-Michel-en-l 'Herm abbey. He had the origin of grasping grain through tidal-powered grinding. It also ensured maintenance of the channel by hunting the port's vase. In the nineteenth century, in view of the importance of salt production, the mill was used to wash white gold. All the buildings were then tied to the salt trade, the bridge to the residences of state officials and of course the salt factory that owned a high fireplace. Today, if he doesn't visit, there is still an essential step for cyclists taking the wooden bridge.
FORT LA PRÉE
Fort built under the reign of Louis XIII, hosting numerous events: Java ...Read more
THE BALD SPOTLIGHT
Read moreWhen you cross the bridge, you will probably want to go to the Baleines lighthouse. But don't miss the Chauveau lighthouse. If you can't visit it, this monument is worth a look because it is the only lighthouse in the open sea of Charente-Maritime! Built under the reign of Louis XIV, it signals the dangers of the coasts and guides the ships. This white and red tower may seem very thin to resist the waves, but it has never collapsed. The place is ideal for fishing on foot, it is a well-known spot for clam lovers.