{"id":46313,"date":"2023-11-15T11:36:16","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T10:36:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/ile-doleron-pistes-cyclables\/"},"modified":"2026-04-21T16:11:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T14:11:19","slug":"ile-doleron-cycle-paths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling on the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron and our best itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exploring the island of Oleron by bike is an ideal way to discover <strong>the diversity of its landscapes<\/strong>. The island is criss-crossed by bike paths, winding through pine forests, sparkling salt marshes and along beaches as far as the eye can see.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that&#8217;s not all: in summer, when the roads fill up, cycling proves to be the best option for avoiding traffic jams and getting around more quickly.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we share with you our favorite itineraries for getting around the island, and we&#8217;ve written another article to help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-oleron-island\/\">organize your stay on Oleron<\/a>. Get ready to fall under the spell of these roads we love so much.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"747678\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #747678;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"Bicycle paths ol&#xE9;ron  \" class=\"wp-image-45410 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20220904_155652-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire d\u00e9taill\u00e9<\/span>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Why_cycle_on_the_Ile_dOleron\" >Why cycle on the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Cycle_route_maps\" >Cycle route maps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Our_favorite_routes\" >Our favorite routes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#From_the_south_to_the_Chassiron_lighthouse_in_the_north\" >From the south to the Chassiron lighthouse in the north<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Between_sea_and_forest_%E2%80%93_From_Boyardville_to_St_Denis_dOleron\" >Between sea and forest &#8211; From Boyardville to St Denis d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Through_the_salt_marshes_and_the_oyster_route\" >Through the salt marshes and the oyster route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Can_you_cycle_around_the_island_of_Oleron\" >Can you cycle around the island of Oleron?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-doleron-cycle-paths\/#Resources_and_tools_for_Cyclists\" >Resources and tools for Cyclists<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cycle_on_the_Ile_dOleron\"><\/span>Why cycle on the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>cycle paths<\/strong> take you almost everywhere and are a pleasure to ride, through forests and marshes, along the coast&#8230;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are plenty of <strong>bike parking <\/strong>facilities in town centers and along the beaches (see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/oleron-island-beaches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5785\">our selection of Oleron&#8217;s most beautiful beaches<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please note that in high season, from mid-July to mid-August, we advise you to travel by bike. To give you an idea, the island grows from 20,000 year-round inhabitants to several hundred thousand in the summer season, and the road infrastructure is clearly not adapted to cope with so many people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"60198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153312869-1200x904.jpg\" alt=\"bike paths on ile oleron\" class=\"wp-image-60198\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153312869-1200x904.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153312869-400x301.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153312869-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cycle path in the marshes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"828e95\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #828e95;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-1024x484.webp\" alt=\"Saint Trojan port\" class=\"wp-image-15881 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-1024x484.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-300x142.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220910_163625-scaled.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cycle_route_maps\"><\/span>Cycle route maps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>cycle paths<\/strong> on the island of Oleron <strong>each have their own color<\/strong>. The on-site signposting is clearly visible, so you can&#8217;t go wrong.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a1c7ce\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a1c7ce;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"848\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-848x1200.webp\" alt=\"map cycling network &#xEE;le d&#039;ol&#xE9;ron\" class=\"wp-image-45963 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-848x1200.webp 848w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-400x566.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-362x512.webp 362w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-768x1087.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Deplacement_Carte_Pistes_cyclables_sept_2020-pdf-jpg-webp.webp 1058w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_favorite_routes\"><\/span>Our favorite routes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_the_south_to_the_Chassiron_lighthouse_in_the_north\"><\/span>From the south to the Chassiron lighthouse in the north<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This trail (the blue one on the map) is a must-do in its entirety or in small sections. The start is at the magnificent <strong>Gatseau beach<\/strong>, lined with pine trees. Next, you&#8217;ll pass through the lovely <strong>village of Saint-Trojan<\/strong>, then the cycle path through the magnificent Saint-Trojan forest, skirting the entire west coast of the island.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend stopping for a picnic on the immense <strong>sandy beach of Vert Bois<\/strong>, one of our favorites. It&#8217;s also the ideal beach for surfing or bodysurfing, and at low tide it&#8217;s perfect for families. After this short break, continue north towards the typical Oleron villages of La Cotini\u00e8re (if you&#8217;d like to find out more, we&#8217;ve written an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/what-to-do-la-cotiniere\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"44051\">article about La Cotini\u00e8re<\/a>), <strong>Domino <\/strong>and <strong>Chaucre<\/strong>. Before reaching the northern tip of the island, and thus the <strong>Chassiron lighthouse<\/strong>, the cycle path crosses the bird-filled marshes overlooking the ocean. It&#8217;s one of our favorite portions.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> Approx. 40 km (blue trail)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Points of <strong>interest:<\/strong> Fort Boyard, Gatseau beaches, Cotini\u00e8re, then Domino and Chaucre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start\/Finish point :<\/strong> Saint-Trojan-les-Bains \/ Phare de Chassiron<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of route:<\/strong> Mostly forest and marsh cycle paths, with a few road sections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em> <strong>Hotel with swimming pool<\/strong> <strong>+ direct access to Vert Bois beach<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fha-tel-de-vert-bois.fr.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see prices for H\u00f4tel le Vert Bois<\/a> (double and family rooms)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"6c7c80\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #6c7c80;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"484\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-484x1024.webp\" alt=\"oleron chassiron\" class=\"wp-image-15262 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-484x1024.webp 484w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-142x300.webp 142w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled.webp 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"88895e\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #88895e;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"15233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-568x1200.webp\" alt=\"Baudissi&#xE8;re channel\" class=\"wp-image-15233 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-568x1200.webp 568w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-242x512.webp 242w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled.webp 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"7b898b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7b898b;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"10599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-568x1200.webp\" alt=\"oleron plage ecussiere\" class=\"wp-image-10599 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-568x1200.webp 568w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-757x1600.webp 757w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-242x512.webp 242w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220908_185300-1-scaled.webp 969w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Between_sea_and_forest_%E2%80%93_From_Boyardville_to_St_Denis_dOleron\"><\/span>  Between sea and forest &#8211; From Boyardville to St Denis d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This itinerary focuses on the northeastern part of the island, linking Boyardville to Saint Denis. The nicest part of this route is the crossing of the <strong>Saumonards state forest<\/strong>, just after leaving the port of Boyardville. This is one of our favorite trails. Along the way, you&#8217;ll have the chance to discover the lively marina of Le <strong>Douhet <\/strong>and the picturesque villages of La <strong>Br\u00e9e Les bains<\/strong> and <strong>Saint-Denis<\/strong>. Along the way, you can take a well-deserved break on one of the magnificent beaches on the east coast, with views of Fort Boyard, the Ile de R\u00e9 and the city of La Rochelle.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> Approx. 17 km (green trail)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Points of <strong>interest:<\/strong> Plage de la Boyardville, Plage de la Br\u00e9e les Bains et la Boirie, village of La Br\u00e9e and Saint Denis d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron. Port du Douet and Boyardville.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start\/Finish point:<\/strong> Port de Boyardville \/ Saint Denis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of route:<\/strong> Bicycle path with direct access to beaches and road<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f6ce;&#xfe0f; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fmotel-ile-de-lumiere.en.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Info and booking for Hotel \u00cele de Lumi\u00e8re next to Cotini\u00e8re harbor<\/a> with swimming pool and sea view<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"77828a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #77828a;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"569\" data-id=\"10487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220904_155459-1200x569.webp\" alt=\"oleron plage cabanes\" class=\"wp-image-10487 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220904_155459-1200x569.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220904_155459-400x190.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220904_155459-512x243.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/20220904_155459-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"70808d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #70808d;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" data-id=\"45973\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"oleron fort boyard plage  \" class=\"wp-image-45973 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230226_110204-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Through_the_salt_marshes_and_the_oyster_route\"><\/span>Through the salt marshes and the oyster route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This route takes you through salt marshes, a guaranteed change of scenery. In Ol\u00e9ron, these marshes are converted into oyster beds for maturing oysters. Leaving <strong>Dolus d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong>, head up towards Arceau and then Les Allards, passing through a number of vineyards &#8211; yes, there are winegrowers on the island of Ol\u00e9ron too. Then take the coastal path (shared road) to the picturesque village of<strong> Ch\u00e2teau d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong>, exploring the marshes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These stretches of salt water are fascinating from an ecological point of view, where you can observe numerous birds (swans, egrets, grey herons&#8230;), as well as playing a crucial role in the local economy. Near the colorful cabins of the <strong>Baudissi\u00e8re<\/strong> channel, we recommend a stop at one of the oyster huts to savor the famous Marennes d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron oysters, straight from the producer.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Ch\u00e2teau d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron, park your bike at the citadel and explore it on foot, finishing with the port and its colorful artists&#8217; huts.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> approx. 20 km (red, orange and green trails) &#8211; loop possible approx. 40km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Points of <strong>interest:<\/strong> Marais aux Oiseaux, marshes, Bauddisi\u00e8re channel and Chateau d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start\/Finish point :<\/strong> Dolus &#8211; Le Chateau d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Environment:<\/strong> Marshes, protected natural areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of route:<\/strong> This route crosses departmental roads and consists of shared lanes.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f6ce;&#xfe0f;  <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fcamping-ostrea.fr.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ostrea campsite<\/a>: a <strong>family campsite<\/strong> located on the south side of the island, on <strong>the oyster route<\/strong> and next to the <strong>colorful cabanes de la Baudissi\u00e8re<\/strong> (where we buy our Chez Mamelou oysters). An ideal location for easy access between <strong>the south and the center of Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong>, without spending too much time in the car.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"60193\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153114305-1200x904.jpg\" alt=\"bike paths on ile oleron\" class=\"wp-image-60193\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153114305-1200x904.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153114305-400x301.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20240424_153114305-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Matthieu on the swamp trail<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"737b80\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #737b80;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-1024x484.webp\" alt=\"Chenal de la Baudissi&#xE8;re ile ol&#xE9;ron\" class=\"wp-image-15234 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-1024x484.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-300x142.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113108-scaled.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Colorful cabins at La Baudissi\u00e8re<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_cycle_around_the_island_of_Oleron\"><\/span>Can you cycle around the island of Oleron?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the more adventurous, it&#8217;s possible to cycle around the whole island on the various cycle paths (approx. 80 km). This itinerary will enable you to discover every facet of Ol\u00e9ron, from its tranquil beaches and picturesque villages to its shady forests.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend this itinerary out of season, as some of the summer trails are very busy and you won&#8217;t be able to overtake easily.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Resources_and_tools_for_Cyclists\"><\/span>Resources and tools for Cyclists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>map of cycle paths<\/strong> is available from the island&#8217;s various tourist offices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The tourist office offers <a href=\"https:\/\/ile-oleron-marennes.loopi-velo.%20fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online itineraries<\/a> on the Loopi application, featuring interactive maps. This tool will help you navigate the cycle paths and discover routes suited to your level and desires.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As far as rental companies are concerned, we don&#8217;t have any to recommend as we live on the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron and therefore have our own bikes to get around on a daily basis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A final word of caution: from mid-July to mid-August, the trails are very busy. We advise you to take your time and be careful, as many families with young children cycle at this time of year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"6e7886\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #6e7886;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"oleron cabanes\" class=\"wp-image-15249 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_132140-scaled.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our recommendations for sleeping during your stay in Ol\u00e9ron :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>With pool and sea view<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fmotel-ile-de-lumiere.en.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">information and booking for the \u00cele de Lumi\u00e8re hotel next to Cotini\u00e8re harbor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family campsite<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fcamping-ostrea.fr.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ostrea campsite<\/a> in the south of the island on the oyster route<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family hotel with pool<\/strong> <strong>+ beach access <\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/booking?aid=ppn&amp;campaign=pourquoipasnous-ileoleron&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=true&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=elrEjiHF2UKfTOaz&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=fr-FR&amp;pageCategory=travel&amp;lmaID=69523c0830df42e10d3a1c28&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=deeplink&amp;address=Ol%C3%A9ron%2C+France&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Ffr%2Fha-tel-de-vert-bois.fr.html%3Faid%3D1529171%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_adults%3D2&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pourquoi-pas-nous.com%2File-oleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see prices for H\u00f4tel le Vert Bois<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope you enjoy your ride and your stay on <strong>the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron <\/strong>! If this article has helped you find your cycling itinerary, leave us <strong>5 stars<\/strong> below to encourage us.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to drop us a <strong>line<\/strong> below, to let us know if you&#8217;re planning this trip, to ask any questions you may have, here or on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pourquoipasnous_voyage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, we&#8217;ll be delighted to get back to you.  <\/p>\n<div style='text-align:right' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exploring the island of Oleron by bike is an ideal way to discover the diversity of its landscapes. The island is criss-crossed by bike paths, winding through pine forests, sparkling salt marshes and along beaches as far as the eye can see. 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