Can you smell it? The sea air and its scent of iodine will be with you as you pedal at your own pace along the coastline of Châtelaillonnais. Open your lungs wide and enjoy a 7km circuit from Saint-Jean des Sables to the village of Boucholeurs. Between the urban beach and the open countryside, the scenery is never the same!
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Forget the car! Discover Châtelaillon by bike: there’s something for everyone, from leisurely rides to races against the clock.
To breathe (7 km)
Sport Port Chatelaillon ConteursFeel like turning back? Stop whenever you like and easily turn around. Still got it in you? Make this your morning routine. A trip to the sports area near the yacht club and you’ll be in great shape for the day!
You’ve earned a little break… Give in to your sweet tooth and let yourself be tempted by a tasting of fresh oysters. Treat yourself to an excellent source of protein!
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Velodyssee La Rochelle TourTeam rides (12 km)
Hup, hup, hup, Sioux boys, single file! We’re off on a poi’z hunt. Head for the village of Aytré for a lovely cycle loop from Châtelaillon-Plage. Download the Terra Aventura app, don’t forget your water bottle and bobsleigh, set up your teams and pedal off to brainstorm.
We’ll be exploring the sights of the coastline at different stages of our tour:
1. Châtelaillon station and its fascinating history
2. The superb panorama of the beach from the Fort Saint-Jean battery
3. The lock-keeper’s house at Saint-Jean des Sables
4. Viewpoints from the Chaume and Manon lookouts
6. The charm of the port of Loiron
7. The carrelets at Pointe de la Belette
8. La Rochelle from the Pointe de la Barbette
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Velo Chatelaillon 2024 Vweb 369. The Etier footbridge and its discovery of the oyster-farming area
10. La Colonelle and its legendary beast
11. The feathered inhabitants of the lagooning plant
12. The secrets of Saint-Pierre d’Angoulins church
13. The sculptures in Place des Vaux Verts
To escape from the pack
Marais Yves ConteursFor those who prefer the peace and quiet of the outskirts, the bike rides at Châtelaillon-Plage are also an opportunity to get away from the pack and enjoy a great escape. Step out of your shell and immerse yourself in the marshes of Yves, just a few kilometres from the resort. With 250 species of birds and over 570 species of flowering plants, it’s a wild paradise waiting to be discovered. A change of scenery guaranteed!
A quick spin on the handlebars and you’re off to the seaside between Châtelaillon and La Rochelle for a refreshing ride.
For touring (30 km +)
The Châtel à vélo association is a group of friends with a passion for two wheels. Everyone here knows them! They take you on long group rides around the resort. Their outings often exceed 30 km, so get your calves ready! And who knows, you might even get the chance to meet Michel on his funny recumbent bike. This two-wheeled enthusiast has achieved a remarkable feat: covering 17340 km in one year. 17340 is also… the postcode for Châtelaillon!
Michel RodetMeet Michel and the other members of the association
For great cycling trips in Châtelaillon-Plage
To avoid jumping the gun
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Velo Littoral Cplage La Vélodyssée lives up to its name! This epic cycling adventure offers beginners and veterans alike more than 1,200 km of cycle routes and greenways. Try it out and take it one step at a time, thanks to the Accueil Vélo quality label. This guarantees that your accommodation is less than 5 km from the Vélodyssée and that it offers a number of services for cyclists. What are you waiting for?
