Saujon is ideally situated, close to Royan and the Atlantic Coast, near Saintes and not far from Bordeaux.
The town has 2 large supermarkets, 2 discount stores, lots of shops, a lively market, bars and restaurants to suit all budgets and tastes, not to mention the numerous cultural events or activities held during summer months.
We have prepared a file to help you make the best of your holiday: insider tips, recommanded visits, tried and tested restaurants and shops, sightseeing brochures will show you the wide range of activities to be found in our region.

A FEW RECOMMENDED ATTRACTIONS IN SAUJON

• “ L’espace de la Lande”, our “ common ” and its lake :
  walking, cycling, fishing , picnic area, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pool, fitness trail course, for everyone, pets included!

• Fishing in the Riberou port.
• Horse or pony trekking (“ Poney Club ”, riding in the countryside, along River Seudre, passing oyster farms etc)

• Walking (riverside walk, e.g.) , cycling (Bike hire in Saujon)

• Thalassotherapy in Saujon [ Website ]

• Local fair, not to be missed ! on the second Monday of the month.

• Market (from Tuesday to Saturday).

Get fresh Charentais melons from the production site: just 10' drive from our villa, go to Soldive and get a box of fresh picked melons sold at rock-bottom prices...Try the cracked-skinned melons, less expensive but so tastier !      SolDive - Vente directe : Domaine des Brandes - 17120 Semussac

 

Less than 10 km away from Saujon

• Oyster farms: l’Eguille, a small harbour with coloured cabins and flat boats typical of the region, on the River Seudre : tours to discover how oysters are bred , bicycle rides or leisurely strolls along the banks, near the ” Claires ”( oyster ponds )  [ Website ]

• Le musée de la Poche de Royan, dedicated to WW2 in Le Gua.

• Sablonceaux: a 12th century abbey