Chay Beach – Carrelets de Royan loop from Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

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Chay Beach – Carrelets de Royan loop from Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

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Chay Beach – Carrelets de Royan loop from Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

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17.1km

150m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.44 km

Boulevard de la Falaise

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Bike trip between Pontaillac - la Palmyre - Mornac.
varied itinerary sea view forest countryside 😉👌
no difficulties. to do again.. .

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7.69 km

Chay Beach is a sandy beach that offers a breathtaking view of the Cordouan lighthouse. It is surrounded by rocky cliffs and, as such, is sheltered from the wind and is a pleasant place to do your hike.

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7.87 km

Monument to the heroes of operation "Frankton"

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Operation Frankton was a British raid during World War II against German ships stationed in Bordeaux. Its objective was to destroy the "blockade runners", merchant ships that maintained links between occupied Europe and the Far East.

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7.88 km

Fort du Chay

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Built in the 18th century, Fort du Chay was integrated into the German defense system in 1940. Thoroughly rebuilt by the German occupying troops, who replaced the old facilities with …

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8.06 km

Carrelets de Royan

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The classic to do at least once. Just avoid busy days during the peak tourist season.

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8.22 km

View of the Fischer Katen

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for a typical view here on the coast.. the cycle path along the shore is also worth it

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10.9 km

Carrelets on Pigeonnier Beach

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This beach is a "tobacco-free" beach where smoking is prohibited.
After asking questions to the Ligue contre le Cancer, they point out that "vaping can be a risk reduction tool …

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11.6 km

Pontaillac Villa

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Splendid houses from all eras with sea view, an equally magnificent residence, enough to make the walker dream who does not know the region and who discovers it by walking …

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17.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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