The port of the saltworks
On the road to white gold...
At Grand-Village-Plage, the island of Oleron reconnects with its past and its extraordinary salt heritage. After a long period of exploitation, the salt marshes were replaced by the oyster beds that made the island famous.
Today, the Port des Salines is reviving this ancestral activity through a reconstructed traditional village with its multicoloured huts and salt marshes operated by young salt workers who have settled there to revive the farms of yesteryear.
The Port des Salines, which has been awarded the "Pôle Nature" label, is a site where you can discover the history of salt farming in Oléron and the know-how of the salt worker.
After a free visit to the eco-museum, guided tours of the salt marshes, a walk along the channel, an interpretation trail, a tasting tour, workshops for young people and, in summer, the "Rendez-vous with the salt worker", the white gold will no longer hold any secrets for you!
Book your stay on the island of Oléron
The 5 star campsite La Boulinière welcomes you for a short or long stay. Book your outdoor accommodation in Saint-Georges d'Oléron now.
Contact the campsite by email campinglabouliniere@wanadoo.com or on 05 46 76 69 07 for more information and availability.
Photo credits: Wikimedia Commons © F. PANASSAC - CMT17 © E. COEFFE
