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Guided tours

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Explore Châtelaillon-Plage differently

Heritage, nature, traditions… discover the richness of Châtelaillon-Plage with our guided tours. Whether on your own, with family or friends, follow our passionate guides and let yourself be surprised.

? Discover the birds and an oyster hut
Watch the birds of the Yves marsh with an ornithologist, then visit an oyster farm to find out more about the sea.

? Visit the Marais d’Yves nature reserve
Explore the protected flora and fauna with an LPO guide. Access to the reserve is exclusively guided.

? Shellfish and crustaceans
At low tide, try your hand at fishing on the foreshore. A fun activity for young and old.

? Discover a mussel hut
Enter the world of Maud, a passionate shellfish farmer, and go behind the scenes of mussel farming… with a tasting session to boot!

? Information and bookings: at the Tourist Office or by telephone.

Geocached tours

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Terra Aventura is a free geocaching application offering digital treasure hunts. With family or friends, solve riddles, discover unusual places and collect Poï’z, the endearing little characters along the way.

In Châtelaillon-Plage, three routes are available: two on foot and one by bike. Discover the seaside resort, the Belle Époque villas and the secrets of the Boucholeurs district.

Terra Aventura is a free geocaching application offering digital treasure hunts. With family or friends, solve riddles, discover unusual places and collect Poï’z, the endearing little characters along the way.

In Châtelaillon-Plage, three routes are available: two on foot and one by bike. Discover the seaside resort, the Belle Époque villas and the secrets of the Boucholeurs district.

Theatrical tours

Albertine – Belle Époque charm in the town centre
Albertine meets you in front of Châtelaillon-Plage station and takes you into the heart of the seaside resort. As you stroll along the streets, she reveals the charm of the Belle Époque villas with their colourful facades and the history of an era when seaside bathing was in full swing. The itinerary, which lasts around 1? hours and is entirely pedestrianised, is easy and full of anecdotes about life in the past.

Marinette – The oyster-farming soul of Les Boucholeurs
Marinette awaits you at the Boucholeurs rotunda. This colourful guide tells the story of the fishermen, oyster farmers and mussel farmers who shaped this seaside village. Between oyster huts and ocean views, Marinette shares local traditions with a sense of humour. Her tour, also lasting around 1h30, offers a breath of fresh sea air and authentic discoveries along the coast.

? Information and bookings: at the Tourist Office or by telephone.

Self-guided tours

Explore Châtelaillon-Plage on your own!

For those who enjoy exploring on their own, the Tourist Office offers a range of immersive routes suitable for everyone:

LOOPI : cycling, walking and sports routes with stop-off points to explore the natural and cultural heritage at your own pace.

The seaside villas walk ? With the booklet on sale at the Tourist Office, immerse yourself in the history and architecture of these emblematic villas on your own.

Audio tour

Thanks to our 20-minute immersive audio guide, available for €4 from the Tourist Office, immerse yourself in the history of this unique creation. Discover the artist’s inspirations, the stages in the creation of the fresco and the secrets of the church. An enriching experience for all visitors, whether believers or those curious about contemporary art.

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Since 2020, the 19th-century church of Sainte-Madeleine in Châtelaillon-Plage has been home to a monumental 600 m² fresco by Lille artist Amaury Dubois. This contemporary work, combining coloured curves and light, transforms the vault of the building into a veritable invitation to an inner journey.