Poitou-Charentes
A paradise island known for its oysters, and the 2nd biggest island in France.
Oléron is in size (30 miles long and 6 miles wide) the 2nd biggest island in France after Corsica. In this paradise island one can see a variety of landscapes, unique colors and smells. You can also enjoy a lovely setting with hundreds of faces, from endless beaches, to meadows, forests, vineyards, salt and channels. This island has everything! Oléron is also known for its oysters. The vivid colors of the huts of the oyster cut the landscape of the island. And what about the auction of fresh fish at the port of Cotinière ... is quite a sight! Here you leave aside shame, so do not be shy and buy some oysters! It uan opportunity to taste the most famous delicacy and aphrodisiac of the island.
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