Well-being
The île d'Oléron is a top well-being destination, the place to have a little me-time and to unwind. The bracing sea air, the wonderful quality of light at all times of the year, refreshing sea bathing, large forests, sandy beaches stretching as far as the eye can see – nature itself delivers its own daily spa treatment here!
Chillax
Take some time just for you, tune out, get back to what really matters, unwind and above all, let yourself be pampered and just let go – there is a whole range of activities waiting. To gently chillax and slow down the pace of life, what about trying out some water or thalassotherapy treatments, even if just for an hour – or perhaps a day? Teams of experts offer treatments that will relax, detox and invigorate: heated saltwater swimming pool, hammam, saunas, jacuzzi, massages inspired by the four corners of the world, face and body treatments – there’s a wide range of different options. Other spa and beauty professionals come to you, offering beauty salon treatments where you’re staying for that extra pampered feeling - or even on the beach, where you can drift away to the sound of the waves. Treatments include plantar reflexology, ayurvedic massage, beauty treatments and more...
Well-being as a state of mind
Free your body and mind, boost your energy levels and be at one with the natural world. Several disciplines based on slow movements and breathing are also available all over the region. Imagine a yoga session on the beach in front of the setting sun, Tai chi, Qigong at daybreak or even some Nordic walking. Alternatively, a yoga session on a paddleboard in the middle of the marshes, surrounded by birdsong – a real incentive to adopt some good habits – and have some great memories to boot! In short, make the most of the beneficial effects of the natural world and qualified professionals who are only too delighted to introduce you to what they feel passionate about – and take care of you at the same time.
If you need to let off some steam and really work up a sweat, we have lots of facilities to help you do just that, on top of our famous cycle paths. Get some fresh air and combine it with some walking - gentle or more active. It’s an activity you can do on your own using specially-designed forest fitness trails or supervised sessions that aim to build up muscle tone and improve cardio-fitness in our gyms and sports facilities. Several packages are on offer during high season and sessions can be bought individually or short-term subscriptions taken out. Perhaps you’d rather work out in the water and save yourself those aches and pains? We can take care of that too, in the shape of aquagym and aquabike sessions.
A whole programme of health and fitness activities is regularly organized by the tourist office. The full range of facilities available can also be seen on our website and in our brochures. Feel free to ask our teams for more information.