Charente-Maritime counts a large number of forest massifs.
Three forests in particular, the forests of La Coubre, Saint-Trojan and Benon, stand out because of their size and also because of their particularities. Above all else, they enjoy a strict protection mainly ensured by the officers of the Office Nationale de la Forêt (ONF, National Forestry Office).
Discover the Forests !
The forest of La Coubre
The forest of La Coubre, that stretches along the wild coast between Saint-Palais-sur-mer and Ronce-les-Bains is the largest State massif of the département. The maritime pines and holly oaks shelter a large number of wild animals. This forest has facilities such as a cycle trail that crosses the whole forest and a number of hiking and horseriding paths.
The forest of Saint-Trojan
On the Ile d’Oléron, the forest of Saint-Trojan shelters an ecosystem of an exceedingly high quality. It is also a perfect site for beautiful walks alon the many hiking paths and cycle trails.
The forest of Benon
Not far from the Poitevin Marsh is the forest of Benon. An exceptional forest massif, where, among the oak, ash and maple trees, an exotic and rare flora grows, thanks to the combination of a warm climate and high sunshine record.
