Water sports and leisure activities Rochefort Océan le pays de Fort Boyard

Known for its oyster industry and its close ties with Île Madame, Port-des-Barques is also a popular spot for yachtsmen. But to be in with a chance of a berth, you have to join a waiting list. Allocated according to availability, the mooring is subject to a decree of occupation of the public maritime domain, valid for ten years and renewed at the request of the concession-holder. A shuttle service is available every day in season, and a port agent is on hand every weekend.

Port-des-Barques is a charming town on the Charente coast. For water sports enthusiasts, the Club Nautique des Fontaines de Port-des-Barques offers sailing activities. The town also offers a variety of associations for leisure and cultural activities. Sports enthusiasts can join the Entente Sportive Port Barquaise for soccer, the Association Bouliste "Les Crabes" for pétanque, or the Tennis Club Moëze Port des Barques. For arts and culture enthusiasts, there's the Bibliothèque Municipale and the Ecomusée de la presqu'ile. Computer enthusiasts can join the Club Informatique. Finally, for meetings and exchanges, there's the Comité de Jumelage, the association La Belle Epoque, and the Comité des Fêtes de l'Estuaire. Port-des-Barques offers a wide range of leisure activities to suit all tastes.