Fort Boyard

Access Fort Boyard in less than 30 minutes from your seaside Chatelaillon Plage hotel.

Fort Boyard, located between the island of Aix and the island of Oléron in the Pertuis d'Antioche, is a must-see in Charente-Maritime. This iconic monument, built in the 19th century, has a fascinating history that attracts thousands of visitors every year.

To access Fort Boyard, several options are available to you. Boat cruises are organized from La Rochelle, the island of Oléron and the island of Aix. These excursions will allow you to discover the fort from all its angles and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding islands. Some cruises also include historical commentary and anecdotes about the fort.

Once there, you can explore the different parts of the fort, including the casemates, passageways and terraces. You will also discover the history of this monument, originally built to protect the French coasts from English invasions. Over the years, Fort Boyard has undergone numerous transformations and has even served as a prison.

Today, Fort Boyard is best known as the setting for the television show of the same name, which has been filmed there since 1990. If you are lucky enough to visit the fort during filming, you may even be able to catch a glimpse some of the challenges and trials that made the show famous.

Fort Boyard is a place full of history and mystery, which will transport you to another time. Don't miss out on visiting it during your stay in Charente-Maritime!