Sporty family vacations
The Île de Ré is the 4th largest island in France. Perfect for vacations on the go. If you enjoy walking or cycling, discover the forest as well as the beach. The Île de Ré is THE paradise for the whole family.
Cycling around the island and cycle paths :
138. That’s the number of kilometers of cycle paths on the Île de Ré. Cycling is undoubtedly the best way to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Île de Ré.
The road is lined with coastlines, vineyards, alleyways and salt marshes. A stroll at everyone’s pace, perfect for sporty family vacations.
Whether they are electric, unassisted, with or without a cart, our clients say it all: it’s time for a breath of fresh air !
Sports vacations
There is something for sports enthusiasts of all levels. Between land and sea, the Île de Ré is full of activities, each more different than the next.
Water sports on the island:
As an island, water sports liven up the local life all year round. But what water sports are possible on the Île de Ré ?
- Surfing: This is the most popular sport during summer. Surrounded by water, each part of the island offers the perfect spot to suit your level, the wind direction and the tide. Many surfing school are available on the island, with suitable material and teams ready to teach you how to ride the waves.
- Kitesurfing and Wing foiling: these are the popular sports of the moment. You can not enter the island on a windy day without seeing dozens of sails rising into the air. Charente-Maritime is renowned for its rather windy weather, so as the saying goes: one man’s loss is another man’s gain. And it is the kitesurfers who benefit from it. But what better time to learn than on vacations ? Just like surfing, there are kitesurfing instructors all over the island to teach you on the beach or by boat, so there is something for everyone.
- Paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, fishing, and diving, are all easy to book.
To discover th île de Ré in a different way, Travel Paradise can book all your activities for you before your arrival.
For those who prefer to keep their feet on the ground:
Filled with wide-open spaces, the Île de Ré is also perfect for family activities, but this time out of the water.
Golf is one of our clients’ favorite activities. Located in Les Portes-en-Ré, the Trousse Chemise golf course is the ideal place to learn or improve with a golf club.
Vacations on the Île de Ré are also about relaxing, listening to nature and recharging your batteries. And yoga is the perfect activity for that. Travel Paradise has a number of partners for at-home or outdoor courses and initiations, so you can get rid of all the stress of everyday life. If you are not a fan of this type of practice, your vacations are the perfect time to get started.
Horse riding and hiking are also popular activities on the île de Ré. So do not hesitate to contact your agent for more information.
Activities for a breath of fresh air:
Get up high to admire the island in all its beauty. Skydiving, helicopter flights, parasailing or hot-air ballooning are just some of the thrilling activities available on the island.
As you can see, the île de Ré is the ideal destination for family vacations that are just right for everyone. From renting your villa to booking even the most unusual activities, Travel Paradise takes care of everything for you ! To find out more about us, click here.
