Les Baleines
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Add your business details- Eco-friendly campsite near the popular Baleines Lighthouse
- On an island nature haven
- 18-hole mini golf course, playground and kids' activities
L'excellente Île de Ré... famed for its nature, its wild rocky coast, its protected environment and its many miles of walking and cycling paths – so many and so well preserved that many residents here say Pah to le car. And it's also famed for its beaches, so how fortuitously placed is Camping Les Baleines, with direct access to an Île de Ré sandy beach: le hurrah!
The site is named for the Baleines Lighthouse a short walk away, another fairly famed spot on the isle and a lookout point dating back to 1854. It (site, not lighthouse) is a handy base for a family hol or a peaceful escape for couples, to take in the cycling trails and the small beaches like La Conche – would it surprise you to hear that this one is famed for its shell collecting...?
On-site facilities include a volleyball court and two pétanque courts, an 18-hole mini golf course, a playground, a ping pong table, and board games available to borrow in reception. Regular activities for ages three to 11 are organised in high season.
The site operates in an eco-friendly way and encourages recycling, energy and water savings; the owners are also pleased to offer local and regional produce in the small shop. Many summer markets as well as farmers' markets are available in the surrounding areas to pick up more supplies.
Site type
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19Tourist board rating
Languages spoken
English
French
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Peaceful Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Les Baleines
Le Gillieux
Chemin des Pérouses
Saint Clément des Baleines
Charente-Maritime
France
17590
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
46.23991°N
-1.55971°W
Route directions
Follow directions to the Baleines Lighthouse. On the Route du Grand Fossé, turn left into Rue du Chaume/ Rue de la Madeleine and continue straight up to the campsite.
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
This beautiful little island provides quite a lot of roaming opportunities, whether you want to do it by foot or by pedal. Or by hoof: pony rides are available near the lighthouse as well as horse riding on the beach, a detail that makes us want to canter to Camping Les Baleines as soon as poss.
On the coast and beaches, find shells and sunbathe, paddle or swim, or get more energetic with watersports like kitesurfing and sailing. If you're still feeling sporty, tennis is available in St Clément 200 metres away and a golf course is at Trousse-Chemise.
Off the island, have a day in La Rochelle for its many art galleries, museums and its aquarium.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plage De La Conche Des Baleines | 1.6 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage De Couny | 2.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage De La Grange | 5 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage Du Gros Jonc | 5.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage De La Loge | 6.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Les Baleines have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Les Baleines dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Les Baleines? This beautiful little island provides quite a lot of roaming opportunities, whether you want to do it by foot or by pedal. Or by hoof: pony rides are available near the lighthouse … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Les Baleines?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.