A walk between land and sea
On foot, you’ll discover the natural environment of the Retais in a whole new light: the coastline and dunes of Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, the Lizay national forest and surrounding dunes, the treasures of the Trousse Chemise wood or the Vauban fortifications at Saint-Martin-de-Ré, home to a multitude of wildflowers and colorful butterflies. Equipped with a spyglass or a pair of binoculars, explore the Lilleau des Niges nature reserve or the La Lasse site in Loix to discover birds, particularly in autumn and winter, from the Spotted Woodpecker to the Northern Waxwing, including the Great Gray Owl, the Elegant Tern and the White Stilt.
Stimulate your curiosity and your thirst for freedom by exploring the thousand and one paths of the Ile de Ré on sporty hikes, family outings or nature outings supervised by a specialist, whether an eco-benvole from the Ligue de Protection des Oiseaux (LPO), an eco-guardian or a naturalist. Here on the island, lovers of hiking, walking and nature will tell you that the Ile de Ré is a little paradise if you know how to get off the beaten track!