Stopover on the Isle of Aix

Tour of Fort Boyard included

Cruise No.2

N°2, Cruise and connection to the Île d’Aix

Embark for a stopover on the Île d’Aix… Included, unforgettable cruise to Fort Boyard

From the Old Port of La Rochelle, cast off to enjoy the passage between the two famous towers of La Rochelle, the Saint-Nicolas Tower, the Chain Tower, symbols of the port city.

Your journey continues slowly, sailing in the channel bordered by the Tower of the 4 Sergents, the marina of the Minimes, the Richelieu buoy, and the lighthouse at the end of the world.

Cross the harbor of La Rochelle, the Pertuis d’Antioche, bordered by the islands of Ré, Oléron and Aix, towards the legendary Fort Boyard, this imposing maritime fortress erected in the heart of the ocean. You will enjoy a breathtaking view of this emblematic building, made famous by the television show. Admire its impressive structure, built to protect the entrance to the Charente estuary.

The boat will set sail for the island of Aix, a small, wild, crescent-shaped island that offers you a true haven of peace. The stopover is an invitation to discover the unspoiled nature and fascinating history of the island. When you disembark, you will be immediately charmed by the natural beauty of the place: fine sandy beaches lined with maritime pines, secret coves with crystal-clear waters, and hiking trails winding through lush green landscapes.

The island of Aix is ​​also a place steeped in history, particularly with the memory of Napoleon Bonaparte who stayed there before his final exile on Saint Helena. You can visit the Napoleonic museum, stroll through the charming little streets lined with white houses with colorful shutters, or simply enjoy the tranquility and sea views from the cliffs and beaches.

After this enriching stopover, the return by boat allows you to enjoy one last time the views of the strait, with in the background, on some returns, a sunset that tints the sky with pink and golden shades. The sea, at the end of the day, reflects these colors, offering a perfect end to this maritime excursion filled with beauty and history.

TRAVEL TIME

La Rochelle to Île d’Aix: 1h10

Île d’Aix to La Rochelle: 1h

Prices

Adult: €28.50
Student: €24.50
Child (4 to 17 years old): €18.50
Child (under 4 years old): €4.50
Pets
Stroller accepted folded if possible

Group rates, please contact us…

Access to the BARBOTIN JETTY is not approved (stairs)
BICYCLES PROHIBITED ON BOARD THE SHIP
There is no ATM on the island of Aix!
Croisière vers l’Île d’Aix la rochelle
croisière fort boyard

OUR ADVICE FOR YOUR STOPOVER on the Île d’Aix

A small island 3km long and 700m wide… Discovering this island classified as a remarkable natural site is a beautiful continuation in addition to the sea trip…
Lined with beaches and coves, it can be discovered on foot, by bike or by horse-drawn carriage…
You can visit the last mother-of-pearl workshop in France, the African museum, Napoleon’s house, as well as the Liédot and Rade Forts… Enjoy an ice cream & Stroll through the souvenir shops.
You can plan your picnic or enjoy classic & fast food

ORAZUR 3

Refreshments area. Treats, Toilets, Changing table, Audio guide, Heated lounge, Loan of blankets, Loan of board games.

You can bring your picnic on board!

Ship Accessible to PMA (except upper deck).
Bicycles prohibited on board

Capacity 220 passengers

navipromer
AUDIO GUIDE ON BOARD: Translation available for free on smartphone