Flea Market - Festival Committee COMMERCIAL EVENT On Saturday 8 Aug The Festival Committee invites you to a late-evening flea market, in a friendly atmosphere throughout the afternoon and evening, to coincide with the Port-des-Barques en Fête festival. Port-des-Barques Cancelled or postponed
Special dinner concert: The 80s, Your Years of Happiness ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION On Saturday 8 Aug A great atmosphere is guaranteed at this special 80s-themed ‘dinner and concert’ evening! Hosted by Franck Lorenzo, featuring all your favourite songs. The second half will be ‘songs on request’ – get your list ready! An aperitif, starter, main course and dessert will be served. Rochefort
Port-des-Barques Festival ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION On Saturday 8 Aug The Festival Committee invites you to a fun-filled, festive day featuring, amongst other things, a VRC demonstration (scale model sailing boats), introductory workshops on mosaics, patchwork and macramé organised by Les Doigts Agiles, a pétanque competition and a precision shooting demonstration org... Port-des-Barques
Festival: Les Rencontres Nomades CULTURAL From 7 until 8 August Head to Lake Cabariot for two evenings to savour to the full: concerts, encounters, emotions and moments frozen in time, all set against an exceptional natural backdrop. From 7pm, join us to discover two powerful literary worlds: that of Katia Dansoko Touré and that of Estelle-Sarah Bulle. These... Cabariot
Gyotaku Workshop by Francine Minvielle CREATIVE HOBBIES On Saturday 8 Aug Francine Minvielle invites you to discover the art of Gyotaku by creating your own prints. Reservation required. Fouras
Designers’ Fair: Polynesian Art ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION From 8 until 9 August Over the course of a weekend, immerse yourself in the heart of Polynesian culture through a festival brimming with discoveries and entertainment. Explore the stalls run by designers and craftspeople, watch demonstrations and parades of traditional dance, take part in creative workshops, and let your... Rochefort
Water sports, history and heritage: from the sea to the semaphore stations, 220 years of maritime vigilance and remembrance CULTURAL From 8 until 9 August To mark the 220th anniversary of the estuary’s semaphore stations, this exhibition invites the public to discover a rich and iconic maritime heritage. Through a variety of documents, it traces the history of the semaphore stations, their vital role in monitoring and ensuring the safety of shipping,... Fouras
Ohlinda festival CULTURAL From 6 until 9 August The Ohlinda Festival is back for its 7th edition, once again on the Île d’Aix. A new format will take place from 6 to 9 August, featuring four days of festivities with DJ sets, live music and workshops for young and old alike. And, best of all, there’s something new for the festival’s closing night... Île-d'Aix
Kayak Découverte 17: 3-hour sea kayaking trip on the Charente coastline ACCOMPANIED On Saturday 8 Aug , On Thursday 13 Aug , ... On Thursday 20 Aug , On Sunday 23 Aug Have a maiden voyage sea kayaking. Experience a sport where you can explore an unspoilt natural setting and Rochefort's maritime heritage all with a sense of total freedom. You'll love it whether you're a beginner or not. Go on your getaway alone or with the family. We'll start with an introduction... Fouras
Soft Mobility Days NATURE AND RELAXATION From 6 until 13 August , ... On Thursday 27 Aug Discover Île Madame in a whole new way! Explore this natural gem on foot, by bike or in a horse-drawn carriage (subject to tide times). On-site activities: - Free shuttle service by horse-drawn carriage (accessible to people with reduced mobility) - Information stand on the island’s biodiversity... Port-des-Barques
Bracelet knot-tying workshop COURSE From 1 until 28 August Discover sea knots in a fun way. Accompanied by a professional sailor, make a bracelet and/or key ring using sea knots. You can buy the workshop with or without access to the rope factory. Reservations required on 00 33 5 46 87 81 40 (weekdays) or 00 33 5 46 87 01 90 (weekends) or at receptio... Rochefort
