A multi-faceted Oleron village
Boyardville’s origins date back to the construction of the famous fort on the sandbar known as “Boyard’s Loin” . During construction, workers’ barracks and materials warehouses were set up on this part of the island facing the site. Boyardville remains the best spot on the island of Oleron to admire the imposing fort built at sea. On the eastern coast of the island, Boyardville is a pleasant resort with beautiful wood-lined beaches, quays along the channel and a pretty marina. The village is part of Saint-Georges-d’Oléron. It can be reached very quickly on arrival on the island, simply by following the tourist oyster route that runs along the coast past Château-d’Oléron. From the Made in Camp Le Fief Melin campsite, it takes less than 15 minutes to reach the town of Boyardville, best known for its port, via Dolus-d’Oléron or the coast.
The Perrotine channel and the port
The Perrotine channel crosses Boyardville and joins the Coureau d’Oléron, the arm that separates the island from the mainland on the eastern side. The channel is always busy, with fishing boats coming and going and oyster barges maneuvering. At low tide, anglers take advantage of the channel’s exit.
This shoreline is bordered on one side by the shipyard and dry port, and on the other by the marina’s wet dock. The landing stages of the companies offering cruises to Fort Boyard are also located here, close to the harbor. Whether it’s a cruiser, catamaran or old rigging, there’s plenty of choice for holidaymakers looking for adventure.
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From Boyardville to Fort Boyard
Most companies offer one-hour sea excursions to the Ile d’Aix, passing close to the fort. Original aperitif cruises and sunset tours are also available. The boats leave the Perrotine channel and enter the Coureau d’Oléron, sail up to the Pointe des Saumonards and then head northeast towards the Ile d’Aix and Fouras. These sea excursions are a must on Oleron, attracting visitors to the Boyardville campsite.
Companies offering departures from La Perrotine include :
- Discovery Voile organizes cruises on a very comfortable 10-metre sailboat.
- Inter-Îles on launches with guided tour
- Boyard Sailing with a catamaran trip to the fort
- Île ou Aile to enjoy an aperitif at sea, with the sun setting over the fort. This is undoubtedly one of the most popular tours on theisland of Oleron!
You can also use the cycle paths to reach the seaside resorts of Saint Denis d’Oléron or Saint Pierre d’Oléron and their beautiful sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean in Poitou Charente.
Boyardville beach
A fine sandy beach ideal forlazing around and swimming, with the island’s best view of Fort Boyard, Boyardville beach is also appreciated for its unspoilt natural setting. Its long stretch of beach guarantees you’ll always find space for your family, even at the height of the season. It’s also within easy reach of the town of Boyardville and the port.
Situated at the entrance to the magnificent Saumonards forest, Boyardville beach offers holidaymakers a rejuvenating environment, an exceptional panorama and ideal conditions for swimming and water sports: its location, under the Saumonards headland and facing the Coureau d’Oléron, protects it from dangerous currents and swell. The forest also protects it from westerly winds. Boyardville beach is served in season by the island’s shuttle bus. Special parking areas make it easy for cyclists to park their bikes and enjoy the beach in complete safety. It takes just 15 minutes to get there from our campsite on the Ile d’Oléron!
Visit our region
Cycle paths on the Ile d’Oléron
Visit Château-d’Oléron
Château-d’Oléron Citadel
Le Marais aux oiseaux
Port des Salines
Port de la Cotinière
Chassiron lighthouse
Fort Boyard
The beaches of Ile Oléron
Campsite Saint-Denis-d’Oléron
Camping La Brée-les-Bains
Camping Saint-Georges-d’Oléron
Saint-Pierre-d’Oléron campsite
Boyardville Campsite
Camping Dolus-d’Oléron
Camping Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
Camping Le Grand-Village-Plage
