Coastal spot, bivouacking forbidden
17480, Le Château-d'Oléron
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4x4 access only
Getting here needs an off-road vehicle. Check your ground clearance before setting off.
A small, quiet off-road spot near the ocean, but the landowner has stated that bivouacking is forbidden because the site is protected. A raised van can pass without four-wheel drive, although sandy ruts make access difficult. There is space for up to 2 campements, with rubble, mosquitoes and wild boars reported.
From travellers' reviews
Listing copied from our source, 2 months ago
Listing copied from our source, 2 months ago
We had a great night, with a few wild boars passing by. Unfortunately, the next day we met the landowner, who told us that camping was prohibited and that we were in a protected area.
I am giving only three stars because the rubble is not great. Otherwise, it is fairly quiet, with little road noise. A raised van can manage it easily; four-wheel drive is not necessary. We saw neither mosquitoes nor wild boars, which was disappointing—seeing the boars would have been nice. Overall, it is useful in a pinch, but not impressive.
Accessible by 4x4; otherwise I advise against it, as there are deep sandy ruts. Maximum two camps. Beware of illegal dumping: asbestos!
Great, quiet spot. The entrance is easy to miss at night. We did not see any wild boars, but we heard them. There is a short walk around. A shame about the illegal rubble dumping. My wife was briefly frightened when someone illuminated the 4x4 in the middle of the night.
Top spot, 50 metres from the coast, with nobody around. Do not be afraid of scratching your vehicle. A 4x4 is ideal for an SUV. Quiet and peaceful night.
