Port Maubert Sailing School offers sailing lessons and also cruises out on to the Gironde (dependent on the tides).  During the cruises you can participate under supervision of the sailing instructor or just relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the Medoc...

There are lots of lovely sandy beaches to choose; from the sheltered coves of Meschers, the long sandy beaches of St Georges de Didonne and Royan, and the attractive family seaside resorts around St Palais sur Mer and Vaux sur Mer, to the wild beaches on...

Fishing trips can be arranged at the port in Mortagne of the left bank of the harbour.  There are a couple of boats offering this service.  There are also many canals which are popular for locals catching small crayfish.  The lock at Port Maubert also...

Le Charhido is located in the commune of St Fort sur Gironde.  We are just two minutes outside the centre of this small village/town.  St Fort sur Gironde has a striking Romanesque Church, there is also a CO-OP Mini Market, Ironmonger, pharmacy, bakery,...

Le Charhido has a range of bicycles free of use for our guests.  There are many designated cycle paths in the area, and many of the small lanes make perfect routes. Cycle to Port Maubert or the port of Mortagne along the flat estuary road, or follow the...

There a many small independent vineyards who offer wine tasting and direct purchasing.  Our favourite is only a five minute drive from Le Charhido.  You can try red, white, rose wines, pineau a speciality of the area and sparkling wine.  Some of the local...

This well sign posted coastal route show-cases the beautiful Charente Maritime area, along the Gironde Estuary.  It spans from the coastal town of Royan to the estuary town of Blaye, passing through some historical villages and areas of natural beauty,...