In the heart of a 2.5-hectare park
Free kids' club
By the sea
Half board or full board options
Large heated swimming pool
Your 3-star holiday village on the Île d'Oléron
At the southern tip of the island of Oléron, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Coureau, our 3-star vacation club Le Grand Air welcomes you to a preserved natural setting surrounded by a magnificent forest. Just a few steps away, enjoy three large sandy beaches, ideal for a seaside vacation.
Nearby, discover Saint-Trojan-les-Bains, a picturesque little village and typical seaside resort with a particularly mild climate.
Our pedestrianized, peaceful, tree-lined club offers comfortable rooms for a relaxing stay. Lovers of charm and authenticity, come and escape to the “island of light”, between oceans and pine trees.
An exceptional location in the land of waves and pine trees
Just a stone's throw from the vast sandy beaches of the south of the island, Club Le Grand Air welcomes you to the heart of a 2.5-hectare wooded park, in a quiet, entirely pedestrianized environment. Here, everything is designed for a carefree seaside vacation: comfortable rooms, local and seasonal cuisine, a large heated swimming pool, free kids' clubs for ages 3 to 17, entertainment and relaxation areas for young and old alike.
With family or friends, on foot or by bike, let yourself be seduced by the gentle way of life on the island of Oléron, a true gem of the Charente-Maritime region.
Visits nearby
- The Charente islands: Île d'Aix, Île de Ré, Île Madame.
- St-Trojan-les-Bains and its Belle Époque villas.
- La Cotinière, the Chassiron Lighthouse, the Port des Salines, Fort Boyard.
- The citadel of Château d'Oléron and its dramatised tour.
- But also: Rochefort-sur-Mer, La Rochelle, La Palmyre Zoo...
Activities not to be missed
Come and enjoy moments of peace and quiet surrounded by nature at your holiday village in Oléron. The entirely pedestrianised club offers a wide range of activities on site and in the surrounding area: hiking, cycling, water sports, swimming, pétanque and much more! Between relaxing in the large heated swimming pool, enjoying sports and leisure activities, spending time by the sea and visiting cultural, historical and gastronomic wonders, young and old alike will have an unforgettable holiday.
Hotel formula
In a peaceful, tree-lined setting on the island of Oléron, the 3-star Club Le Grand Air welcomes you to its rooms designed for comfortable stays by the sea. Spread across six small residences in the heart of a 2.5-hectare wooded park, each room has a balcony or terrace so you can fully enjoy the surrounding nature.
- One large 180 cm bed or two single 90 cm beds
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 bedroom with a large 180 cm double bed or two 90 cm single beds
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with a double bed or two twin beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with one double bed or two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with one double bed (180 cm) and two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with one double bed (180 cm) and two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with one double bed (180 cm) and two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 2 double rooms, each with one double bed (180 cm) and two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 1 room with one double bed (180 cm) and two single beds (90 cm)
- 1 room with one double bed (180 cm) or two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
- 2 bedrooms, each with one double bed (180 cm) or two single beds (90 cm)
- With balcony or terrace
I would like a "cosy" stay
Rooms with a tasteful decoration, quality bedding and exceptional views (slopes, Mont-Blanc, sea...).
My holiday budget is under control
Rooms or flats with simple comfort, smaller size and no extra options at affordable prices for everyone
A restaurant that showcases fresh local produce
Buffet or à la carte, local specialities based on seafood and fresh seasonal produce, prepared by our chef and his team: fresh fish, mussel stew, barbecue...
With 3 dining rooms and as many terraces, choose the atmosphere that suits you to enjoy your meal.
Discover regional dishes and treat yourself to our seafood platter.
Children's menus. Barbecue tasting on the terrace.
The chief welcome you
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Breakfast
- Generous and varied buffet
- Hot and cold drinks
- Fruit juice or freshly squeezed fruit, fried or boiled eggs, selection of breads and pastries
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Lunch
- Buffet
- Regional dishes, seafood platter, barbecue, etc.
- Sparkling water and ice machine available in the restaurant.
- Coffee is included and wine is available at your discretion.
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Dinner
- Buffet
- Regional dishes, seafood platter, barbecue, etc.
- Sparkling water and ice machine available in the restaurant.
- Coffee is included and wine is available at your discretion.
And for children
A taste for good things is forged early! Snacks concocted 100% by our Chef in our children's clubs, buffet-style children's catering during the school holidays... Everything is designed to awaken the youngest to a sense of taste! And to make your life easier, we can even provide you with food jars and compotes in portions, on simple request (during school vacations).
Forging links with the region
Because we work with producers and artisans located less than 150 km from each of our locations, we are keen to introduce them to you.
The oyster farmers of Oléron are renowned for their high-quality oysters. The island's winegrowers produce white and rosé wines, often from local grape varieties such as Pineau des Charentes. Finally, the salt producers continue an ancestral tradition, offering a natural and flavourful product. These passionate and committed producers make the island of Oléron a must-visit destination for lovers of local produce.
During your holiday on the Île d'Oléron, treat yourself to an oyster tasting and the traditional Églade de moules (mussel dish).
Enjoy local products or our homemade cocktails (pineau, cognac, olérange) as an aperitif. Please drink responsibly.
The bar
Hot and cold drinks to enjoy on the terrace by the pool.
For an aperitif, try local products or our house cocktails (pineau, cognac, olérange). Please drink responsibly.
Your sports and leisure facilities
Your sports and leisure facilities
Enjoy free access to a wide range of facilities where you can enjoy all your favorite activities with friends or family:
Enjoy free access to a wide range of facilities where you can enjoy all your favorite activities with friends or family:
- Large swimming pool heated from May to September
- Petanque courts
- Multi-sport court
- Table tennis tables
On the agenda for your holidays
During the day, enjoy all the activities included in your stay with our leisure programme for adults and children!
- Every Sunday, come and enjoy a welcome drink and meet our team.
- Muscle toning, gym, stretching and aquagym, games, team sports.
- A large heated swimming pool from May to September (25x10m), a pétanque court, a multi-sports ground, table tennis tables.
- Activities focused on nature and well-being.
- Nature walks in the forest or marshes, hiking on the Île d'Aix, visit to Fort Louvois...
Free access facilities
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At your disposal free of charge
- Large heated swimming pool from May to September
- Petanque courts
- Multi-sport court
- Table tennis tables
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In addition
- Bicycle hire
On the programme for your
When the sun sets on the horizon, the day gently draws to a close at Club Arc en Ciel. Embark on an unforgettable journey aboard the little train and admire the sunset over the wide beach, a timeless interlude facing the ocean.
Then let yourself be carried away by the festive atmosphere: theme nights, musical entertainment, moments of sharing and laughter at the club bar... Every evening is a new opportunity to create memories, with your feet in the sand and your heart light.
But also:
- Traditional mussel feast
- Welcome drink
- 4 entertainment evenings per week
An attentive team
During your stay on the island of Oléron, you will discover the friendly spirit of Vacances Bleues, brought to life by passionate and attentive teams who will be happy to share with you the best places to visit and must-see attractions on the island of Oléron and its surroundings. Reception, entertainment, sports activities, catering... at every moment, our teams share their enthusiasm, kindness and sense of service with simplicity and authenticity.
A stay in the great outdoors on the island of Oleron
Explore pristine beaches perfect for relaxing and swimming, sample eglaïde (a local delicacy) in one of the island's fishermen's huts, visit the oyster port of Château d'Oléron or discover the citadel and local market: set off to explore the treasures of the island of Oléron!
To practise
- Enjoy an experience aboard a sailing catamaran, a guided tour of the Château d'Oléron and its citadel.
- Walks and hikes, cycle touring, sea trips, water sports, helicopter flights, parachuting, microlight flights, the Iléo aquatic centre, spa and wellness area...
A region to discover
Explore Oléron by bike and fall in love with its greenways winding through forests and marshes, leading you to unspoilt beaches. Embark on a boat trip around the legendary Fort Boyard.
On the mainland, immerse yourself in history by visiting La Rochelle, with its medieval towers and famous aquarium. Finally, discover the salt marshes of the neighbouring Île de Ré for a total immersion in the region's unspoilt nature.
And also:
- The Chassiron lighthouse.
- La Cotinière beach.
- Fish locks, fishermen's houses, mills: all evidence of the Oléronais way of life.
- Oysters, mussels, pineau and salt: succumb to the flavours of Charente-Maritime!
Our free kids' clubs
Open during school vacations
From the first discoveries to the first moments of freedom, there's something for everyone, so that young and old alike can enjoy an unforgettable vacation.
- Les P'tits Nosors 3 to 6 years
- The Beavers 7 to 10 years old
- The Juniors 11 to 13 years old
- Teen's world 14 to 17 years (outings with extra charge)
Attentive animators
Memories for them, time for you!
A passionate team and a thousand opportunities to have fun for your children.
Bloubi, the Vacances Bleues mascot, will meet you in our clubs:
- BLOUBI Challenge: a collective game of skill.
- VB FAMILY: A family activity: olympiads, orienteering races...
- BLOUBI party: Every evening, meet on the dance floor!
- BLOUBI awards : At the end of the stay, the graduation ceremony with a photo session and a dedication of Bloubi.
The Little Environmentalist
Planting and creating a hanging vegetable garden. A DIY workshop will allow children to build a garden box, an insect shelter or a scarecrow. Finally, a big team game on selective sorting is planned!
This themed stay is included in your stay.
Group stay on the island of Oléron
Le Grand Air club welcomes you for a group stay on the island of Oléron in an exceptional natural setting between the ocean, beaches, and forests. An ideal place to create memories and share convivial moments: accommodation, catering, activities, free time... We organize a tailor-made stay for your group, adapted to your desires.
A privileged location and advantages
Le Grand Air, an iconic address on the Île d'Oléron, combines comfort, friendliness, and quality facilities to welcome your group of 15 or more people in the best conditions. In addition to an exceptional natural setting, enjoy an offer tailored to your needs:
- Two types of stay: independent or all-inclusive (accommodation, meals, activities, excursions, etc.)
- Free parking for coaches
- Hiking trails starting directly from the club
- Eight cycling routes accessible from the site
- Access to sports facilities: courts, swimming pools, steam room, and sauna
- Entertainment and theme nights to extend the conviviality
We love themed holidays
Enjoy an unforgettable group holiday in your vacation village near Carnac! Our teams offer themed programs:
- Tourism and local produce
- Hiking
- Games & dance
- Cycling
- Festivities
- Wellness
Your seminar on the island of Oléron
Set in a natural environment between the ocean and pine forests, Le Grand Air offers an environment conducive to concentration, discussion, and team building. Ideally located on the Île d'Oléron, the club has 5 spacious meeting rooms, all with natural light and equipped to host your seminars, team-building sessions, workshops, or professional meetings. And to combine work and pleasure:
- Gourmet breaks featuring our chef's generous local cuisine
- Relaxation areas to continue discussions in a friendly atmosphere
- Modern, comfortable accommodation in a peaceful setting in the heart of a pine forest
Meeting spaces? This is the place!
5 daylight rooms for up to 120 participants
Equipment available:
- Flipchart, video projector, screen
stage, lectern, sound and lighting desk, wireless and wired microphones, TV, DVD, direct telephone line. - Free and unlimited Wi-Fi access.
Room details and configurations
| Room capacity | m2 | Theater | Class | U |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montand | 420 | 420 | 220 | 60 |
| Caradec | 150 | 130 | 80 | 46 |
| Brel | 90 | 60 | 51 | 33 |
| Brassens | 58 | 50 | 48 | 25 |
| Desproges | 54 | 50 | 37 | 25 |
| Coluche | 45 | 40 | 30 | 20 |
| Mouloudji | 36 | 30 | 25 | 20 |
| Trenet | 120 | 110 | 70 | 50 |
Team building by the sea on Île d'Oléron
Want to strengthen team cohesion in a natural setting surrounded by beaches, ocean, and forest? Le Grand Air is the ideal place to motivate, challenge, and bring your employees together by the sea. Our team will help you organize an original and dynamic seminar, with a selection of à la carte activities tailored to your objectives.
The must-do activities on Île d'Oléron:
- Water sports on the ocean: surfing, sailing, paddleboarding, and more.
- Eco-friendly activities: Olympic games in the pine forest or on the beach. Walks or bike rides to the beaches through forests and marshes...
- Oyster tasting
- Excursions to discover the Port de la Cotinière and its fish market, the Chassiron lighthouse and Fort Boyard
An exceptional venue for private hire
Are you organizing a large-scale event? A conference, convention, product launch, or association gathering? Le Grand Air offers a unique alternative on the Île d'Oléron, between sea and nature, to welcome your guests in an inspiring and exotic setting.
With its comfortable accommodation, modular spaces for meetings and plenary sessions, and its capacity, the club can be entirely privatized for your event.
Our Vacances Bleues Business team will assist you from start to finish to guarantee a tailor-made welcome in a friendly atmosphere and an exceptional setting by the sea.
For a simplified arrival
By road
70 km from La Rochelle. 45 km from Rochefort. A toll-free viaduct connects the island of Oléron to the mainland.
By train
Stations: Rochefort, Surgères, La Rochelle or Saintes, then take a bus connection and then a taxi.
By bus
Coach connections from the TGV station in Surgères or the TER station in Rochefort, Porte d'Or stop - Les Mouettes bus company 0811.36.17.17.
By plane
La Rochelle and Bordeaux airports.
Travel smart with Vacances Bleues
Let's work together to reduce the carbon footprint of your journeys
Travelling well also means travelling better. Thanks to our partnership with TicTacTrip, you can now easily book low-carbon transport directly from the Vacances Bleues website: train, bus or carpooling... everything is compared so you can make the right choice.
With just one click, you can choose a practical, economical and more environmentally friendly solution. Because a great holiday starts with the journey!
Reception opening times
Check-in: From 5 pm
(after 10 p.m., without notification from the guest, the hotel reserves the right to re-let the room)
Check-out: Before 9:30 am
Our Address
OLERON
Club Vacances Bleues
1 Allée Monplaisir
17370 Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
How can you change the world without commitment?
Without ever having claimed it, Vacances Bleues is a pioneer in responsible tourism, constantly seeking to strike a balance between economic performance and a strong commitment to sustainability. To this end, and in line with the law of 10 February 2020 on the fight against the use of single-use plastic, we no longer offer disposable water bottles. So remember to bring your own reusable water bottle! And if you forget, don't worry... You'll find eco-cups and reusable bottles for sale at our exceptional venues.
We're all doing our bit!
To reduce the carbon footprint of your stay, our receptions will inform you about the eco-mobility options available to you (local public transport, bike hire, walking routes, car pooling, etc.). Together, let's preserve our environment.
Do you have any questions?
Our prices include:
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Services
- Beds made on arrival
- Bathroom linen
- End-of-stay cleaning
- Baby kit available on request (please ask when booking)
- Free WiFi in your room
- Large heated swimming pool open from April to September
- Access to the club's sports facilities
- Entertainment and kids' clubs during the periods indicated
- Parking
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4 packages to choose from
- Half board: breakfast and dinner (dinner from the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure)
- Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner (dinner from the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure)
- Accommodation and breakfast package
- Non-cancellable and non-refundable accommodation and breakfast package
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Holiday with peace of mind
Fancy exploring somewhere new?
Why choose a vacation village in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains?
Are you longing for fresh air, sea air, and tides? Have you heard of the vacation village in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains, managed by our partner? The 3-star Arc en Ciel Oléron village is located in the middle of a wooded park, entirely pedestrianized. It is a stone's throw from long sandy beaches and has a large heated swimming pool. To enjoy all this nature, take your meals on the terrace! The restaurant serves delicious regional dishes with flavors of the ocean, using seasonal produce. Order your seafood platter! The restaurant at the Saint-Trojan-les-Bains holiday village also offers a children's menu.
What entertainment is available at the Saint-Trojan-les-Bains holiday village?
If you wish, you can request daily cleaning of your room. This will give you more time to enjoy the facilities at the Saint-Trojan-les-Bains holiday village. Multi-sport fields, ping-pong tables, pétanque courts, as well as lively evenings and aperitifs. Children have their own club. On the program: nature activities and evening entertainment.
It is also the perfect place for boat trips. Discover Île d'Aix, Île de Ré, and Île Madame. Each has its own charm and character. Make the most of your stay at the Saint-Trojan-les-Bains holiday village to live at the pace of the ocean. Head north of Oléron to see the legendary Chassiron lighthouse, standing in the middle of its compass rose garden. Don't hesitate, it's open to visitors and has a museum too!
What to do near your holiday village in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains?
Saint-Trojan is located in the south of the Île d'Oléron, in the middle of 2,000 hectares of forest! You are surrounded by nature, so enjoy! Get around by bike. You can easily rent one near your holiday village in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains.
Take a stroll around Château-d'Oléron to discover its imposing citadel on a guided tour. The Tourist Office has set up discovery tours to explore the historic district, artists' huts, and ramparts. As a bonus, there is a historical show retracing the history of this bastion fortified by Vauban.
Your holiday village in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains is just a few miles from La Cotinière. The leading fishing port in Charente-Maritime, La Cotinière is also a charming, colorful and lively village. In summer, you can enjoy a wide range of entertainment. Immerse yourself in a way of life governed by the tides, the force of the elements and the comings and goings of the boats.