Camping Les Couleurs de la Coubre

As soon as you enter Camping Les Couleurs de la Coubre, you feel it immediately: this is no ordinary swimming pool, this is a tropical paradise in the middle of nature. The large lagoon with sandy beach looks inviting - as if you have suddenly landed on a Caribbean island. Soft sand between your toes, loungers in the sun and all around you that wonderful smell of pine trees. The kids? They can't be kept out of the shallow end of the pool. They splash, splash and giggle while you finally open that book.

And then that view! As you dream away in your lounger, you can hear the sea murmuring in the distance. Yes, really: the Atlantic Ocean is just a stone's throw away. Within a few minutes, you will be sitting with your feet in the sand on the Côte Sauvage - rugged, wide and wonderfully quiet. Prefer a more cosy beach with all the trimmings? Bonne Anse and La Palmyre are nearby and are perfect for families. The sea here is calm, the atmosphere relaxed, and the beach days endless. Kids build sandcastles, you sip a cool drink, and the sun does the rest.

At Camping Les Couleurs de la Coubre, no one will be bored for a second. While the children are having fun with the entertainment team - think of treasure hunts, craft afternoons and exciting tournaments - you can relax. The mini-club runs at full speed during school vacations and is open every weekday, even in the fall. Ideal for parents who like to grab an hour to themselves while the kids have the time of their lives.

And those sports? You just do it right outside here. On the multi-sports ground, spontaneous games of soccer or basketball are played, and at the bowling alley, the most pleasant conversations between holidaymakers arise. Feel like trying something new? Archery is on the program! Or roll out your yoga mat among the pine trees and breathe deeply - pure relaxation. For those who really want a moment for themselves, a nice massage awaits you in the wellness area.

Are you feeling peckish? At the restaurant on the lagoon, you can enjoy a delicious lunch or a drink. The terrace overlooks the water, and as soon as the sun sets, the atmosphere changes into something magical. The bar is the place for a refreshing cocktail or a local wine, and the kids sneak another ice cream. Oh yes, and good news for early risers: there is a small bakery on site. So fresh baguettes and croissants for breakfast? Count on yes.

Less than a five-minute drive away, the rugged beauty of the Côte Sauvage awaits. Here, the dunes stretch to the horizon, and the waves roll onto the beach with force. Perfect for a brisk walk on the beach with the kids, a kite that flies just a little too high or just an afternoon searching for shells.

In La Palmyre - a cosy seaside resort nearby - the family really comes alive. The zoo is famous throughout France. And when the sun goes down? Then Luna Park comes to life. Roundabouts, cotton candy, screaming kids on roller coasters - it's one big, happy chaos. Just the way vacation should be.

For those who love the view (and aren't afraid of heights): climb La Coubre lighthouse. More than 300 steps, yes - but what you get to see up there, you'll never forget. The Atlantic Ocean is at your feet, and the forests stretch endlessly. Even the campsite can be found somewhere in the distance!

Looking for culture and atmosphere? Royan is just half an hour away and is bustling with markets, boutiques and cafes. Here you can get your fresh vegetables at a market stall, an ice cream at an old-fashioned saloon and perhaps that one nice vacation dress. And for the truly adventurous, hop aboard a boat trip towards Fort Boyard. Just the sight of that mysterious fortress in the middle of the sea is impressive - as if you were in the middle of a movie.

For gourmets, this region is one big feast, by the way. The salty oysters from Marennes-Oléron are a must (and surprisingly popular with older children), and a glass of pineau des Charentes is a natural accompaniment. Or take a day to drive to Cognac - taste, discover, and come home with a bottle for those long summer nights.