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When Oleron was an island
From the 1960's, with the fast expansion of tourism, the
ferries were no longer sufficient to transport the cars of the
tourists to and from the island.
Since the opening of the bridge in 1966, Oléron isn't really
an island any more. It is perhaps the moment to recall the
ferries which used to cross between Le Chapus and Ors.
From the 1960's, with the fast expansion of tourism, the
ferries were no longer sufficient to transport the cars of the
tourists to and from the island.
The General Council of Charente-Maritime decided at that time
to construct a bridge. The work was, for that time, a
remarkable technical exploit.
It was the first one of a series
which completely transformed the movement of traffic in the
region. The bridge of Seudre in 1972, the bridge of the island
of Ré in 1988 and the bridge of Rochefort on the Charente in
1991 were built after the construction of the bridge to
Oléron.
The postcard of the title, produced at the beginning of the
1950's, shows a ferry in service at that time carrying an
advertisement for the first fair of the island of Oléron at
Saint Pierre. |
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The old ferry
The
photo opposite, taken in 1960, shows the ferry "Admiral
Duperré" , sailing majestically on a calm sea, and protected
from damage when docking at the landing stage, by a belt of
old tyres.
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La Cotiniere
The
fishing port of La Cotinière was enlarged in 1979, trawlers
used the port and the scene previously depicted on the
postcard of the 1950’s changed dramatically.
At that time, the Chapelle des Marins, built in 1967 on the
dune on the right side of the port, did not exist.
Shrimps were the big speciality of the small boats.
The auction, fish sale, was not yet computerised! |
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The lighthouse of Chassiron
The lighthouse of Chassiron was already encircled white and
black.
The
current lighthouse dates from 1836. It replaced the first
lighthouse built in 1685. The lantern was equipped with electricity in 1930. |
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Ads by
Bernezac
île d'Oléron
Marennes-Oléron |
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Airotel Oleron
Campsite at
Le Chateau d'Oleron, the choice of beach and water sports,
family activities and the tranquillity of a wooded park. |
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Mer & Soleil d'Oleron
Four stars holiday
village club with mobile homes. A stone’s throw away from one of the finest
beaches on the Ile d'Oléron |
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Residence Les Figuiers
Gites and studios,
Saint-Georges d'Oléron,
quietly situated in a lovely garden with private
parking |
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Camping-Club Verebleu
Island of Oleron,
mobile homes, chalets or
traditional campsite.
The greatest aquatic space. |
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Camping Le Sous Bois
Island of Oleron, La Cotinière,
traditional campsite and mobile homes for rent.. |
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Sequoia Parc
Castel camping Sequoia Parc, a magnificient 110 acre domaine with
waterpark, children's club. |
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Ads by
Bernezac |
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Airotel Oléron
Campsite at
Le Chateau d'Oleron, the choice of beach and water sports,
family activities and the tranquillity of a wooded park. |
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Holiday
village "La Forêt"
Montendre-les-Pins, in a pine forest,
close to the vineyards and the coast |
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Camping Les Pins
Campsite at
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, in a charming area. |
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Bonne Anse Chalets
Extensive hire fleet in 35 acres of
pine
forest,
4-star facilities, direct
access
to the
beach. |
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Palmyre Loisirs
Campsite, 4 stars. Universe of
sports and games, in a sunny pine forest. |
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Palmyre
Loisirs |
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Parc Club Les Charmettes
Everything on this Haven-owned park
has been prepared to make your holiday as enjoyable and as
relaxing as possible. |
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Ma Maison de Mer
Guest House, B&B,
situated in a fantastic location, 150m from the beach and 200m
from the town center. Open all year |
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Hotel Residence de Rohan
Charming house,
3 kms away from Royan in a unique environment.
By the sea,
direct access to
the beach
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Eldapi Vacances
Quiet and family campsite at Saint-Augustin-sur-Mer, between
Saint-Palais and La Palmyre. |
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Mer & Soleil d'Oléron
Four stars holiday
village club with mobile homes. A stone’s throw away from one of the finest
beaches on the Ile d'Oléron |
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Camping Les Vignes
Close to Royan
and La Palmyre,
in a quiet area, 10 minutes away
through woods from the beach of La Grande Côte.
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Activ' Loisirs Les Pins
Family campsite in Ronce les Bains, pine
forest, three heated indoor pools
from April to October. |
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Camping
L'Abri-Côtier
In
Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente, close to Port-des-Barques and
Madam island, Rochefort, La Rochelle, island of
Oleron.
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Yukadi Village Le Logis
Le Logis,
under the warm Charente sun, 600 metres from the
sea and 10 km from Royan, much of it
situated in a pine forest |
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Sea Kayaking
Accompanied by a professional guide, sail
around the islands, around the famous Fort Boyard.
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