Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

Discover Saint-Palais-sur-Mer and the surrounding area during your holiday

For your next holiday in Charente-Maritime, take advantage of a Clévacances rental and set off to discover Saint-Palais-sur-Mer. The residential commune of Saint-Palais-sur-Mer is a seaside resort on the outskirts of Royan. It is also the second largest town in the canton of La Tremblade. Facing the Atlantic Ocean, on the Côte de Beauté, the town of Saint-Palais-sur-Mer will charm you with its seaside architecture from the "Belle Époque" to the "Années Folles" (villas, chalets, castles and other "follies" in a variety of styles). The town centre, made up of modern buildings, is structured around a central square lined with shops and restaurants, and a 16-hectare park with an artificial lake and leisure facilities. During your stay in a holiday rental in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, take a day trip to the heart of the Coubre pine forest or the Combots d'Ansoine forest. From your Saint-Palais-sur-Mer holiday rental, take the cycle paths to Saint-Augustin, which is characterised by its pine forest and peaceful streets away from the hustle and bustle. You can also visit Royan, a town of art and history, and its marina. Thanks to the Vélodyssée, you can cycle along the entire coastline. Don't forget to spend a day at La Palmyre zoo, a must-see in the area and a great opportunity to meet animals from near and far. Finally, less than an hour from Saint-Palais-sur-Mer is the Ile d'Oléron! There are plenty of possibilities for your holiday in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer. Set off to discover Saint-Palais-sur-Mer and take advantage of one of our many holiday rentals for your stay in Charente-Maritime.

Activities to do near Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

When it comes to activities, the town of Saint-Palais-sur-Mer also has plenty to offer. Saint-Palais-sur-Mer has 5 beaches, each with its own special features: Plage du Bureau, in the centre of town, is the liveliest beach; Nauzan is perfect for families; Plage du Platin is quieter and more secluded; Grande Côte is a long beach ideal for waterside walks or sand yachting; and from Concié, you can admire the horizon and the sea in the distance. Nauzan is the perfect place for water sports enthusiasts: catamaran, kayak, stand-up paddle. In summer, the resort is bustling with life, offering markets, restaurants, concerts and more. And don't miss the Saint-Palais Parade festival, held in July each year and featuring street art. For your getaway to Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, let yourself be tempted by the shellfish and fresh fish. In restaurants or cooked in your holiday rental, they are the ingredients of many dishes: chaudrée, mouclade, vermée charentaise… On a stroll, you can also find salicorne, which can easily replace gherkins in your preparations. Many Charente specialities can also be tasted in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer: the Charente galette, the Charente melon, the millas… Take advantage of your stay in Charente-Maritime in a Clévacances rental, to bring back some of these specialities as a souvenir. And if you don't have the patience to wait until the holidays to enjoy them, you can always enjoy them around a table in your holiday rental! For your holidays on the Atlantic coast, take advantage of a Clévacances holiday rental and discover Saint-Palais-sur-Mer and all its treasures!