Beaches in Boyardville (17191) France - advise, map and photos

Boyardville is located northeast of the Island of Oléron and St George of Oléron. This small port was built in 1803 during the construction of Fort Boyard in order to house the workers working on it. This village, an important marina, is very touristy with many shops and restaurants.

There is only one beach in Boyardville. It is located next to the marina and stretches along the forest of Saumonards and the dune of Saumonards. The port is the busiest area. The farther away one goes from the forest, the wilder and more unfrequented this beach becomes. One can even go through the forest road, which provides connections to the old fort of Saumonards (nowadays, a military area) where one can branch off into the pine and oak forest. To know more about the beaches near Boyardville, see our map of the beaches of Oléron.

One can reach Fort Boyard from the port of Boyardville (no visits). Excursions make it possible to come closer and go around. The marshes around Boyardville are also worth a visit, and it is possible to discover them by boat.

Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, located close to Boyardville, is the administrative center of the island (lively in season). The lighthouse of Chassiron is located northwest of the island.