🚲 Slow tourism between Châtelaillon-Plage and La Rochelle: the art of taking your time

What if your holidays rhymed with freedom, nature and the good life ?
Between Châtelaillon-Plage and La RochelleThe Atlantic coast is the perfect place to go sailing. slow tourism - a calmer way of travelling, one that invites you to discover differentlyto the rhythm of your desires and the sea breeze.

For this unique experience, take a seat in the The Originals Boutique Hôtel Victoriaa charming hotel where you can hire bikes for half a day or a whole day and explore the most beautiful landscapes of the Charente coastline.

🌿 Slow tourism: travelling without hurrying

Slow tourism is a philosophy: slow down to enjoy.
Forget the race against time, the express visits and the interminable journeys. Here, everything invites you to reconnecting with naturepeople and places.

At Châtelaillon-Plage, this approach makes perfect sense:

• Waking up to the sound of the waves,

• Enjoy a local breakfast on the hotel terrace,

• Take it easy on the Vélodyssée,

• Stop off at a small port to sample some oysters...

A simple but unforgettable programme.

🚲 In the saddle: heading for La Rochelle on the Vélodyssée

From The Originals Boutique Hôtel Victoriayou can join La Rochelle by bike following a safe and pleasant cycle pathalong the sea and marshes.

Distance : about 15 km
Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on your pace
Difficulty : easy and accessible to all

🌊 Stops not to be missed on the way:

1. The seafront at Châtelaillon-Plage - ideal for a gentle start.

2. The Boucholeurs oyster port - to see the oyster beds and take a photo break.

3. Yves marsh - a nature stop to admire migratory birds.

4. Les Minimes in La Rochelle - marina and maritime atmosphere.

5. The Old Port of La Rochelle - majestic arrival between the famous medieval towers.

And on the way back, a dip in the sea or an ice cream on the beach at Châtelaillon will round off the day perfectly.

🚴‍♀️ Hire your bikes directly from the Hotel Victoria

To make the experience even simpler, The Originals Boutique Hôtel Victoria proposes the half-day or full-day bike hire.
There's no need to plan ahead: just ask at reception and set off on your adventure.

Our bikes are recent, comfortable and well-maintainedPerfect for couples, families and friends.
We can also advise you on the best routesdepending on your preferences and level.

🌞 A well-deserved stopover on your way home

After a great day out, what better way to get back into the swing of things than with the calm and comfort of the Hotel Victoria?

• Cosy, air-conditioned rooms

• Gourmet breakfast with local produce

• Sunny terrace and friendly atmosphere

Here, everything is designed to extend this sense of well-being specific to slow tourism.

📅 Enjoy a getaway at your own pace

Whether you're a fan of long bike rides or simply curious to discover the region in a different way, slow tourism between Châtelaillon and La Rochelle promises an authentic and rejuvenating experience.

👉 Book your stay at the Hôtel Victoria and enjoy the on-site bike hire to set off on your own adventure.

The Originals Boutique Hôtel Victoria - Châtelaillon-Plage
🌿🚲 The ideal starting point for a gentle getaway, between ocean and nature