In autumn
Take advantage of the mild autumn weather to travel all over the island in peace and quiet. Disconnect from the real world during a stay by the sea.Far from the noises of summer, everything now just encourages you to slow down. Drink in the last of the sun before it retreats, a breath of sea air before shutting yourself in, take a walk to stock up on good weather, with your beloved, your family or your friends. You can still strut your stuff with a drink outdoors or a barbecue on the weekend! Sea birds put on a show, now less easily startled with the renewed calm. For a real “serenity break”, watch them come and go as you sit facing the sea or lean on a pontoon. And the light... It’s softer but makes sunsets look like real works of art, pulling you down towards the beaches with their endless horizons... The time has come for a walk along the water, where you can still – for now – dare to go barefoot. Small children will squeal with delight as they break in their wellingtons in the marzelles (tide pools) or gallop up and down the foreshore. The promise of a snack with the family stimulates the taste buds. The ice cream vendor is still open... but you might prefer a waffle or a crêpe at this point!
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Cross Gois passage
Check the tide times before crossing the Gois. In case of average coefficient, beyond 70, you can cross 1 hour and half before and 1 hour and half after low tide. The Gois Passage is a mythical road between Noirmoutier Island and the continent, but also a talented transformist capable of appearing under two very different lights. Whether emerging or hidden, the Gois always has a theatrical flair... a continuous show that delights its spectators.
WALK UNDER THE EVERGREEN OAKS OF BOIS DE LA CHAISE
Installed on the sandstone north-east of Noirmoutier-en-l'Ile, sheltered from the westerly winds, this wood is pure ocean sweetness. It is distinguished by the variety of its Mediterranean essences: oaks, strawberry trees, maritime pines and mimosas flourish there in a very studied clutter. The painter Auguste Renoir was conquered by this inspired and inspiring place. Will you be as much as he?
Share a pleasant moment together over a beverage
Coffee in the morning, a cool drink in the afternoon, an aperitif before dinner... Find all the best places to take a break on a terrace in the sun or tucked into the corner by a chimney...
Discover the heritage and the sites of visits of the island
All you need to understand and travel back in time is your eyes! Meet the men and women who shaped the landscape and who go on doing so today, and dive into the island’s history through its castle, church, museums, and more...
Centre Culturel Les Salorges
The Les Salorges Cultural centre was built at the heart of the city, along the port in an ancient salt store. The centre meets the artistic needs of the city but also of the entire Island of Noirmoutier. It hosts concerts, plays, dance persormances... the auditorium can welcome up to 395 spectators ans is accessible to disabled people.
Exhibition room: the Les Salorges Cultural centre has an exhibition room at its disposal. Each summer, several artists exhibits their work in this atypical room, equiped with old-style cymas.
The Theatre Festival: created in 1993, the Noirmoutier-en-l'île festival takes place during the three first weeks of August each year. The programme is mainly theatrical. The performances take place on three sites (2 outdoor places and one indoor). Each year, the festival welcomes between 5,000 and 6,000 spectators. Patrick Pelloquet and the permanent team of the Pays de la Loire Regional Theatre insure the artistic and administrative responsibility of the Festival - http://www.trpl.fr
Book all your tickets online by visiting www.ville-noirmoutier.fr
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Enjoy the good tables of the island!
Whether you’re having lunch with friends or family, or a romantic dinner for two, the restaurants on Noirmoutier Island and the caterers are sure to delight your taste buds. Fine dining, traditional cuisine, family-style meals, pizzerias, crêperies, caterers and more: there’s something for every taste. Find all the addresses for the island’s restaurants so you can enjoy the experience of sampling the culinary specialities of Noirmoutier.
It's raining? Fantastic!
This morning, the sun gave way to the rain on Noirmoutier Island. Your day at the beach is out the window... to say the least. But don’t panic: a rainy sky doesn’t have to mean a gloomy day. We have selected a whole array of activities for you to enjoy in case of rain. Who has time to be bored? The day will go by before you know it. We can hardly wait for the next low-pressure day!