Located between the Foncillon district and the Grande Conche beach, Royan marina opens onto the open sea through a channel 0.10 metres below chart datum. It has a thousand moorings and is protected from the swell by numerous breakwaters. It has a slipway, a handling system (mooring, launching, trimming, dismasting, towing) and a host of facilities (showers, internet access, etc.).
Located just 7 km from the port, the 4-star campsite in Royan is ideally located.
Right in the heart of the city, the port is made up of two pleasure craft docks with a technical careening (pre-treatment) area and a fishing basin equipped with a pontoon, capable of accommodating river cruise liners.
The History of Royan
Since the Middle Ages, Royan acted as port of war. Situated at the foot of a fortified castle, then a citadel, this place steeped in history has welcomed and accompanied many kings and queens.
In 1242, the King of England and Duke of Aquitaine Henry III at the head of a detachment of his cavalry, came to protect his mother Isabelle d'Angoulême and her husband Hugues de Lusignan from the French king Louis IX.
In 1288, the King-Duke Edward 1st arrived in Royer to inspect the town's fortifications. During the Hundred Years« War, the English vessel »Sainte-Marie" accompanied King John II of France, who had been held captive since the Battle of Poitiers. They sailed past the port before heading for England.
Even though peace had returned, the safety of the coast was not guaranteed. From Spanish pirates made the region their own. In 1490, several ships in the Royan roadstead were attacked.
The port was not restored until the 19th century. It was reborn thanks to the great fashion sea bathing. The town of Royan became one of the most important seaside resorts on the Atlantic coast. Since 1950, the marina has undergone a number of changes and developments. offers boaters the best services and activities.
Activities in the port of Royan
As soon as we arrived on holiday in camping Océan Vacances, In Royan, you can take a stroll under the arches of the port, where more thans shops, restaurants, shipchandlers and shipyards will be at your disposal. Visit shopping arcades on the Front de Mer and five sandy beaches You'll be amazed.
The port is open all year round. You can enjoy a wide range of water activities swimming, sea outings, fishing and know when the tides are high.
The tourist attractions from Royan Atlantique are a must. Let us take you on a cruise to the Cordouanou lighthouse on La Seudre towards Fort Boyard, for breathtaking views. If you want to know more about the history of the town, conference guides will be sharing all their secrets with you!
The port has necessary comfort 30 WCs, washbasins, 20 showers, Internet station (harbour master's office) + Wi-Fi, telephone, defibrillator, grey, black and bilge water recovery system (hydrocarbonised water).
Close to the Atlantic Ocean and facing Port-Médoc, it also has a fishing port, specialising in noble species such as sole, meagre, sea bass, langoustines, etc.
The harbour master's office opening hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 12pm and 2pm to 5.30pm.