Ars-en-Ré
Discover Ars en Ré
Ars-en-Ré, the capital of the northern canton of theIle de Ré, is THE village for your vacations!
The 5-star Le Cormoran campsite is just a 5-minute bike ride from this pretty Retais village nestled in the heart of the salt marshes and listed as one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France", with its church, port and charming little streets...
The village and its famous black-and-white bell tower
Start your visit with a stroll through the village's historic center, along the lanes and alleys lined with low houses with blue shutters and hollyhocks. At the heart of the village, you'll arrive at the church dedicated to Saint-Étienne, one of the most emblematic monuments on the Ile de Ré. Built in the 15th century, its black-and-white bell tower, 40 m high, was once used by sailors as a sea wall.
Another discovery is the Renaissance house known as the Sénéchal, a residence with watchtowers unique on the Ile de Ré, built around a stone spiral staircase between the 13th and 14th centuries.
To immerse yourself in the culture and life of Ars-en-Ré, there's nothing like the Ars-en-Ré market, held every morning from April to September. You'll find delicious local produce to bring back from your camping trip, as well as Donin's enchanting merry-go-round for the children to enjoy!
The port of Ars-en-Ré
Continue the walk down to the small port of Ars-en-Ré and its wide channel where yachtsmen reach the ocean.
It's the island's most important port and a popular strolling destination for holidaymakers in all seasons. Just a stone's throw away, the Ars-en-Ré sailing school welcomes beginners and experienced water sports enthusiasts alike to experience the joys of sailing and take in the fresh air of the open sea.
The Fier d'Ars bay
Continue on to the Fier d'Ars and its salt marshes, where sauniers harvest sea salt by hand according to an age-old tradition. At low tide, the Fier d'Ars becomes an essential meeting place for lovers of fishing on foot.
If you love cycling, the cycle paths starting from Ars-en-Ré allow you to discover the wild coastline, La Conche beach, the Phare des Baleines lighthouse and the Lilleau des Niges National Nature Reserve, home to thousands of migratory birds.
During your camping vacation, the Ars-en-Ré information office will also be happy to suggest a number of tours, including a visit to the bell tower, the salt marshes and the village alleyways.
Take advantage of our campsite in Ars en Ré and book your rental, unusual accommodation or pitch now.