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Visit the Cité de l’Huître in Marennes

Discover the Cité de l’Huître

Visit the Cité de l’Huître in Marennes and discover the world of oyster farming. This fun and educational visit will undoubtedly make your mouth water during your camping holiday.

Camping l’Abri-Côtier is a partner of the Cité de l’Huître and offers reduced rates.

Located in the heart of the Claire de Marennes ecosystem on the port of La Cayenne, the Cité de l’oytre offers many Entertainment for all : staging, multimedia shows, workshops, games and tasting… Take advantage of the guided tour to discover all the secrets of oyster farmers, the history of oyster farming and the evolution of the profession.

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The highlights of the Cité de l’Huître

  • The visit of the Cabane des Claires, an oyster farm offering cooking lessons.
  • A bike ride on the interpretive trail that crosses the marsh, ripening clearings and oyster farmers’ huts along the irrigation canals.

The City of the Oyster
Channel of La Cayenne
17320 MARENNES
Phone : 05 46 36 78 98 (tel. : 05 46 36 78 98)

Oyster farming

And to finish your walk we recommend a small detour to the restaurant Le Buccin, on the port of Cayenne (menus from 18 € to 40 €; children up to 8 years 9.50 €).

If you are looking for a campsite near Marennes, contact the Abri-Côtier on 05 46 84 81 65 (tel.: 05 46 84 81 65) for availability.
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