Rivedoux beach

Rivedoux plage in Charente-Maritime

Located on the east coast of the Ile de Ré, Rivedoux-Plage is the first village you’ll see after crossing the bridge onto the island. The village is bordered by the Pertuis Breton to the north and the Pertuis d’Antioche to the south.

Its bay, the largest on the island, is home to long, cove-shaped beaches of fine sand.

Rivedoux-Plage is one of the Île de Ré’s must-visit vacation villages. The two large beaches bordering Rivedoux will appeal to sea lovers, attracting swimmers as well as those who enjoy fishing on foot, a must-do activity during high tides.

Holidaymakers can enjoy their vacation rental in a campsite with a heated swimming pool near the dunes and sandy beaches, inviting them to laze and stroll by the ocean.

4-star campsite near Rivedoux Plage

To enjoy both the Ile de Ré and La Rochelle, a stay at a campsite near Rivedoux-Plage is ideal. Less than 10km from the beach, your 4-star campsite near Rivedoux-Plage is the perfect holiday destination.

Whether you opt for a traditional campsite or a rental.

For campers, 53 tree-lined pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes are available. If you’re looking to rent, you’ll find the accommodation you need in our range, which includes modern, well-equipped mobile homes for up to 6 people.

At the campsite near Rivedoux-Plage, you’ll love the aquatic area with heated indoor and outdoor pools, play areas, bar, grocery store and free wifi. An ideal aquatic area for your family vacation!

From your campsite or mobile-home rental near Rivedoux plage, you’ll be able to use the cycle paths to explore the surrounding area.
Unless, of course, you’d prefer to take a stroll to Pointe Chauveau, home to the department’s only offshore lighthouse…

To visit Rivedoux Plage

The village’s charm lies in its white houses with green shutters near the harbour. Maritime pines and oyster beds also form a characteristic backdrop to Rivedoux Plage.

There’s no shortage of places to visit. Make the most of your vacation on the Ile de Ré to discover its cultural and natural heritage.

The village of Rivedoux can be visited by family, friends or lovers. Take a stroll along the Port de Rivedoux jetty, where you’ll discover the many oyster beds visible at low tide. In the distance, you’ll catch a glimpse of the Vendée and its Baie de l’Aiguillon.

Nature lovers will love visiting the unspoilt natural areas of Rivedoux Plage, with its footpaths. The charming village of Rivedoux Plage is also the starting point for the 100 km of cycle paths on the Ile de Ré. The village also provides several access points to footpaths leading to the island’s must-see natural sites.
The north coast, “port side”, is home to a large, beautiful beach, as well as the village’s many oyster beds, which can be discovered at low tide!

Sablanceaux’s 2-kilometer long beach on the south side is popular for water sports such as kite-surfing and jet-skiing, whatever the season. It will also appeal to families who want to enjoy the beach and the sea. There are picnic areas, children’s playgrounds, a beach snack bar and a restaurant.

Discover the Pointe de Chauveau and its lighthouse during your visit. Located on the Estran beach, the lighthouse is accessible with caution at low tide, but is not open to visitors. The Redoute de Sablanceaux, built by Vauban under Louis XIV, is an integral part of the Rivedoux landscape. You can visit the exterior of this structure all year round. For more information, contact the Tourist Office. In summer, the Rivedoux-Plage market is a must. Every morning in July and August, and several times a week during the rest of the season, come and discover local produce and taste fresh fish, oysters, clams…

The port of Rivedoux

As close as possible to the mainland, on the inlet facing the Bay of Aiguillon, the port of Rivedoux sets the tone for a warm welcome to the island of Ré. The port of Rivedoux is the oldest on the island.

The quiet, family-friendly village of Rivedoux invites you to stroll along its pretty harbor jetty, just a stone’s throw from the oyster beds of the Pertuis Breton. From the port, a cycle path takes you along the beaches of Rivedoux to Sainte-Marie-de-Ré.

The beaches of Rivedoux

Rivedoux’s two beaches are renowned for their family atmosphere: with their fine sand, they also have the advantage of being immediately accessible from the heart of the village and the port.

The south beach is ideal for swimming and particularly popular with children for its beach club.

This Ile de Ré beach faces Ile d’Aix and La Rochelle. For board sports, head for the Plage Nord, popular with kitesurfers and windsurfers: a long stretch of sand facing the Vendée coastline, it offers a heavenly setting for lovers of wide open spaces.

Last but not least, the Pointe de Chauveau awaits fishing enthusiasts. From here, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lighthouse of the same name, and at low tide you can discover the old fish locks typical of the island.