Les Ilates, a campsite in the heart of the island of Ré
In Loix, within the heart of the Ile de Ré island and 750 metres from the beach, you can find the Les Ilates campsite. A member of the Flower Campings group, this establishment rated 4 star has, amongst other attractions, a fantastic water park with water slides, cosy accommodation and spacious pitches…
A campsite with a water park on the island of Ré
After crossing the Pont de Ré bridge, with a length of three kilometres, which links La Rochelle to the island of Ré, you’ll be immediately struck by the charm and relaxing atmosphere of this gem on the Atlantic coast. Wander around amongst salt marshes, streets with whitewashed cottages and sandy beaches up to the village of Loix. Here time seems to stand still. With the “Cittaslow” designation, this authentic village on Ré invites you to slow down, cultivate the art of living a good life, and look after the environment.
Just a stone’s throw from this exceptional village, the Les Ilates family campsite accommodates you in a 4.5 hectare campsite, 750 metres from the Le Grouin beach. In the heart of this campsite with all modern conveniences, there is a fantastic water park, consisting of a heated swimming pool 20 metres long, large paddling pool for young children and three water slides. After an aqua aerobics class, crawl session or water polo match, relax in the shade of a parasol on one of the sunbathing area’s sunloungers.
Nearby, you can have lunch or your evening meal on the restaurant/snack bar/bar terrace. On the menu: pre-dinner appetizer boards (cooked meats, cheeses and snacks), burgers, mixed salads, meat, fish and a children’s menu. The tavern decor and festive atmosphere guarantee delightful evenings with family or friends. To concoct tasty dishes for your family or group, feel free to go to the campsite’s grocery. Here, you’ll particularly find excellent locally grown produce. You can also get your shopping delivered to the campsite entrance, through a partnership between the campsite and a local supermarket.
An enchanting interlude off La Rochelle
Young and old alike will quickly get their bearings on the campsite: the playground, sports complex and bouncy castle are by the water park. Likewise with the petanque courts, ping-pong tables and tennis court. The children’s club welcomes youngsters aged 4 to 12. The activity team organizes play and creative activities for children, offering sports competitions and fitness and yoga classes for adults. Evenings are also lively. From the mini disco with the mascots Flower and Dino, to karaoke sessions and musical bingo to concerts...
The Les Ilates accommodation offering proves equally comprehensive and varied. Tents, camper vans, caravans and converted vans can be set up on basic pitches or those with the “Freecamp” option, namely a private cabin with sanitary facilities and kitchen. You can stay in “Lodge” cabins on stilts or fabulous “Ecolodges” made of cotton canvas with a bathroom and kitchen area. For a more high-end experience, opt for the “Homeflower Premium SPA” design, with either two or three bedrooms. In this air conditioned mobile home, your beds are ready-made upon arrival, the kitchen fully equipped, having modern décor, and the large outdoor terrace enhanced with a Jacuzzi...
Every morning, you’ll find fresh bread and sweet breads and buns at the campsite reception. This establishment also offers a breakfast delivery service straight to your pitch, or the front door of your holiday rental. An EV charging point has been installed on the campsite but you should know that on the island of Ré, the bike is king! Nearly 140 kilometres of laid out cycle trails, meandering through magnificent scenery, await you. The campsite partner has, available for hire, fantastic vintage-style bikes, traditional bikes or e-bikes for adults and children. You can even bring some shopping back from the market, or put your pet in a trailer!
The island of Ré, a gem of the Atlantic coast
The island of Ré, a haven of peace off La Rochelle, attracts you with its timeless charm and scenery with rare beauty. The Phare des Baleines lighthouse, majestic and impressive, dominates the skyline, offering an exceptional view over the Atlantic Ocean. Villages such as La Flotte, La Couarde sur Mer and Ars en Ré reveal narrow streets, having whitewashed houses with green and blue shutters running alongside. Here authenticity and complete tranquillity blend with protected countryside and breathtaking views.
Life is good on the fourth largest island in France. The wild beaches entice you for swimming and idleness. The salt marshes, with their shimmering waters and ever-changing colours, offer a breathtaking sight. The magnificent defensive fortifications on Ré, completed by Vauban during the reign of Louis XIV to protect Ré’s inhabitants in the event of enemy invasion, are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On the Ile de Ré, awe and delicacies go hand in hand. The crème de la crème comes with enjoying a dozen oysters in an oyster-farming hut opposite the ocean, with a glass of local white wine. Perhaps you’ll enjoy samphire, a herbaceous plant from the marshes, considered the “pickle” of the sea. After staying on the Les Ilates campsite, you can bring back delicious presents for your loved ones: best unrefined sea salt (hand-harvested from the ocean’s banks), honey, crunchy all-butter biscuits or even salted butter caramel!
