Whale Lighthouse
Camping near the Whale Lighthouse
Located in the commune of Saint-Clément-des-Baleines, 5 km from the campsite, the Phare des Baleines is a must-see on theIle de Ré. Open every day all year round, it's one of the most visited tourist sites in Charente-Maritime!
An exceptional view of the whole of Ile de Ré and the ocean!
From our 5-star Camping Le Cormoran, follow the cycle path which leads directly to the famous Phare des Baleines in less than 30 minutes.
If you'd rather save your strength and climb the several hundred steps to the top, you can get there in 10 minutes by car. In any case, the visit will require a minimum of physical effort, as you'll have to climb 257 steps. But from up there, it's well worth the effort!
At 57 meters above sea level, the Phare des Baleines offers a magnificent 360° view of the Ile de Ré: La Conche beach, the wild coastline, the salt marshes and the national forest.
The museum, a cultural visit that will delight young and old alike!
Before setting off to climb the lighthouse, take a look at the museum at the foot of the old Tour des Baleines, built in the 17th century in the wake of the Rochefort arsenal.
Among other things, you'll learn that the Baleines lighthouse was built in 1849 and inaugurated in 1854, that it contains a Fresnel lens with a range of 50 kilometers, and that it owes its name to the whales that once came to die at this spot on the Ile de Ré. And it's the famous Jamy Gourmaud, via video, who will explain it to the children. It's the perfect way to captivate even the grumpiest of young campers!
End your visit with a stroll through the 2-hectare Parc des Baleines, surrounded by centuries-old oak trees and numerous species of birds!
Your vacation rental near Saint-Clément-des-Baleines
If you're looking for a campsite near the Phare des Baleines (10 minutes by car), check out our availability and book your mobile home, Coco Sweet and tent cabin rental or your pitch in the shade near Saint-Clément de Baleines.
And to help you prepare for your visit, discover all the useful and practical information on the Phare des Baleines website.