Chaillevette lies on the left bank of the Seudre, surrounded by salt marshes with so-called claires, where oysters are refined. In the Beauregard district, visitors can enjoy a panoramic and far-reaching view of the river estuary.
Renting a holiday apartment in Chaillevette is one possible way to plan a personal stay.
Culture and History
The Église Saint-Pierre in Chaillevette was consecrated in 1777. The church houses the votive painting Saint-Victor, which depicts a 19th-century merchant ship.
The Protestant temple of Chaillevette is a 19th-century building designed by the architect Léon Jossier. The historical surroundings also include the oldest steam locomotive of the Train des Mouettes: it has been in operation since 1891 and is listed as a historic monument.
Local Products
Local products, especially oysters, are offered at the tasting huts in Chaillevette.
Surroundings
The Plage de la Grande Côte, Plage de la Palmyre, and Plage du Chay beaches are located near Chaillevette.
Fort de Royan, a fort, is located near Chaillevette. Further afield in the region are Fort du Chapus, a fort, the historic site of Pigeonnier et vestiges de l’abbaye de Montierneuf, the naturist beach Plage naturiste Saint-Nicolas-le-Verdon-sur-Mer, and the ancient site of Novioregum.
