8 reasons to choose a holiday rental in Fouras Near La Rochelle
Fouras-les-Bains, a balcony peninsula on the Charente Maritime islands, halfway between the islands of Ré and Oléron.
Location of your holiday rentals in Fouras near La Rochelle
Fouras holiday rentals are particularly well located for visiting the Charente Maritime. Your holiday rental is nestled 25km south of La Rochelle, so you can enjoy both the hectic life of La Rochelle and the lively zenitude of Fouras. Fouras is a narrow peninsula situated halfway between the bridges of the ile de Ré and the ile d'Oléron. At the end of the peninsula is the pier for the Ile d'Aix. On the other side of the Charente estuary, you can admire Ile Madame. Fouras is also 29km south of La Rochelle and 13km north of Rochefort sur mer. 50km to the east is the Marais Poitevin and the famous Venise Verte. 31km to the south, on the road to Marennes and the Ile d'Oléron, you'll discover Brouage. Brouage is a forgotten place where the history of France was written under Louis XIII and Cardinal Richelieu, who was its governor. Louis XIV and Mazarin and Champlain, founder of Quebec, wrote the next pages. 30km to the south is Saintes, which has been awarded the "Villes d'art et d'histoire" label by the French Ministry of Culture. The town of Cognac, world-famous for the products of its cellars and its exceptional heritage, has also been awarded the "Villes d'art et d'histoire" label.
The major disadvantage of being both seaside and central is that you will have to make choices. The rich heritage of the Charentes is such that you won't be able to visit everything. One last figure to convince you: 11% of France's listed Romanesque churches can be found in the Charentes, on the doorstep of your holiday rental in Fouras.
Choosing holiday rentals in Fouras-les-bains means opting for the seaside, the beach, tourist discoveries, culture,...
Nature around your holiday rental in Fouras
Wherever you choose to rent holiday accommodation in Fouras, you'll be less than 700m from the ocean. This is ideal for breathing in the ocean air, which is ideal for rest and relaxation.
With its many beaches, surrounded by woods and marshes, Fouras is also known as the green peninsula. This name is linked to the many holm oaks in the woods, which retain their green foliage all year round. The marshes on the outskirts of Fouras are a haven of peace for an abundance of wildlife. This wildlife is easy to observe and admire.
Alluvial deposits from the Pyrenees, transported by the Garonne and then the Gironde, provide rich water that is the source of an incomparable ecosystem. This water, its temperature and its currents are extremely favourable for shellfish (oysters and mussels). They are also good for the food chain of many species of fish. These beautiful fish are what you can enjoy during your stay.
Until the 1960s, the therapeutic virtues of sea bathing in Fouras were widely recognised. Bathers relieved their rheumatic pains by smearing themselves with mud and then exposing themselves to the sun. Today, mud poultices are one of the most popular treatments at the Rochefort-sur-mer thermal baths.
The climate Choose your holiday rental in Fouras
More than 2,000 hours of sunshine, an average summer temperature of 20°C and a gentle ocean breeze that rises with every rising tide make life in Fouras so pleasant.
On your return from Rochefort or La Rochelle, the entrance to the peninsula is often heralded by a cloudless sky. This is an effect of the microclimate that will enhance your holidays in Fouras. Another effect is that the air conditioning of holiday rentals in Fouras is of little use. A holiday rental with a swimming pool in Fouras is a plus, as the ocean retreats very far at low tide. And if that pool can be covered for those rare rainy days, it's the assurance of an ideal all-weather holiday.
The story was written 2 steps from your holiday home in Fouras
Louis XIV, Vauban and Ferry definitively changed the history of Rochefort and the surrounding area. Fouras is one of the key parts of the ring of fire protecting the Rochefort-sur-Mer arsenal.
The medieval castle then became a fortress, with cannons protecting ships entering and leaving the arsenal. From the top of the Vauban fort's keep, you can enjoy a 360° view of all the Charente's channels and islands. The dungeon is also home to the Fouras museum (classified as a French museum). Here you can discover archaeological and maritime collections (seaside and military).
Your holiday rental in Fouras will also be the ideal base from which to discover the many historic sites in the surrounding area (La Rochelle, Rochefort, Ile d'Aix, Brouage, .... ).
Fouras went from being a fishing village to a seaside resort with the arrival of the railway in 1883. A direct summer line linked Fouras to Paris-Montparnasse. The casino soon followed, where the greatest French artists of the time performed.
The sea-bathing craze has also allowed different architectural styles to express themselves in Fouras. All these villas have been preserved and enhanced. A seaside resort that has managed to preserve its authentic charm from the concrete. A stroll along the narrow streets of Fouras will take you on a surprising journey back in time.
Dramatised history, a fun way to discover it
Follow our guides Henriette and Léopoldine on a journey of discovery. dramatised tour of Fouras. The richness and accuracy of the information distilled from Henriette and Léopoldine's delightful chatter will have you teaching even your friends from Fouras.
Meet the Marquis de Vauban and Madame de Montespan and inspect the works of the Ring of Fire from the top of Fort Vauban. The Bay of Fouras and the Charente islands will be revealed to you in a dazzling panorama, while the Marquis de Vauban will share with you the mysteries of the Ring of Fire.
The sharing of anecdotes, the history within the history, is a part that you won't find in brochures and tourist guides. This is also what you will discover when you rent a holiday home with a private owner.
Quality of life Zen holidays in Fouras
A seaside resort with around 4,000 permanent residents that welcomes large numbers of summer visitors without affecting the quality of life. There are none of the crowds and promiscuity that are usual in other seaside resorts, either on the beaches or in town.
The 2 covered markets (one for local produce and one for one for seafood products) are open every morning, every day, all year round except on New Year's Day and 1 May. This is complemented by the many shops in the pedestrianised street and a supermarket.
The fairs open their stalls every morning on Tuesdays and Fridays from June to September.
Numerous associations and events also contribute to the quality of life of both permanent and visiting residents.
You'll also discover the Presqu'île spirit and see that the relaxed pace will quickly get the better of the ambient stress of modern life. Fouras holiday rentals are the best way to enjoy this real quality of life.
Gastronomy in Fouras
From your holiday accommodation in Fouras, you can walk or cycle to the covered market or to the oyster and mussel farmers' huts.
Fishmongers will be selling Le Maigre and Le Céteau, local gastronomic champions, alongside Sea Bass, Mullet, Saint Pierre and many other better-known varieties of fish. Oyster and mussel farmers, whether at the market or in their huts, will be offering their seasonal oysters and mussels to take away or enjoy on the spot.
If you're reluctant to try your hand at preparing seafood, the restaurants on the peninsula will be able to concoct some unforgettable recipes. It's hard to resist the temptation of tasting this seafood on a café terrace or on an oyster farmer's terrace overlooking the ocean.
Opting for a holiday rental in Fouras also means having privileged contact with hosts who will be delighted to share with you their best addresses.
Fun and cultural activities in Fouras
Sailing, kitesurfing, kayaking, golf, mini golf, dancing, cinema, library, games library, beach games or casino, beach, swimming, fishing on foot or in the open sea, funfair, walking, wildlife watching, ... there's something for everyone.
Why choose a holiday rental in Fouras?
Choosing a holiday rental in Fouras also means having access to up-to-date information tailored to your needs, from local people.
Sharing anecdotes, the story within the story, is the most secret and important part that you won't find in tourist literature. Hosts who know their region well will not only provide you with this but will also confirm the real best deals of the moment.
Your hosts' top tips are not a collection of paid advertising articles for promotional media. They are addresses where they go with their family and friends. These are good addresses that are well known to the locals, but that will be harder to find on your own when you're discovering the region.
These best plans need to be constantly updated. Business ownership changes more and more quickly by the sea. The excellence of a good address is not passed on when it is sold; it is the fruit of the work of its owner and his team.
Les Thalassîles, Fouras holiday rentals, have formed partnerships with their finest addresses. This gives you direct access to service providers with unique or exceptional quality products. Thalassîles residents also benefit from special attention (special rates or a small gift). Find out more about our partnerships.
Choosing your holiday rental in Fouras near La Rochelle
There are many possibilities for holiday rentals in Fouras.
You can search for "Fouras holiday rentals" on Airbnb in Fouras, but also on other websites such as Médiavacances, Amivac, Abritel, holiday-lettings, Booking, Leboncoin, PAP vacances, etc. or on the tourist office website.
On these sites you will mainly find private individuals with a single property to rent.
The disadvantage is the time spent and the cost of putting you in touch with the owner for some of these sites.
Another approach is to go directly to the national tourist residence websites. In Fouras, you will find the Odalys, Maeva and Azureva groups.
The main disadvantage will be the concentration of holidaymakers on the same site and possibly the price.
Another approach is to contact owners who have created mini tourist residences offering around ten holiday homes on the same site. These holiday homes, grouped together on the same site, can share facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, hot tub, etc. at a reasonable cost.
Les Thalassîles, holiday rentals in Fouras
Les Thalassîles" holiday residence is in this category of mini tourist residences with heated, covered and outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool bath and fitness room. You can choose between a holiday home with a bedroom, shower room, lounge, etc. for 2 to 4 people and a holiday home with 2 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, lounge,... for 4 to 7 people. Another option is to choose a seaside villa suitable for a family of up to 7 people on the southern beach of Fouras. In all cases, you will also have access to the Thalassîles club house with swimming pool, whirlpool bath and fitness room.
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Information sheet prepared and offered by the **** holiday residence in Fouras les Bains.
"Les Thalassîles", 4-star holiday home rental with swimming pool in Fouras, Charente maritime.
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