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Meet the local guides

Meet the local guides

You’ll love chatting with our local guides

Mum, how do oysters grow? What’s that bird called? What kind of boat is that? Why is there no sea today?

If you need any help answering questions like these, look out for the local guides, oyster farmers or fishermen. They all have one thing in common: their love for this amazing place.

"What I love about the Peninsula is the peace and quiet, the unspoilt natural area."

Nature guide

Marie-Catherine

Marie-Catherine

"I really enjoy driving the kids to the ocean and seeing them splash about in the waves."

Driver of the little train

Jean-Louis

Jean-Louis

"I love to pause by my oyster beds and watch the sunrise over the bay."

Oyster farmer

Catherine

Catherine

"What I love about this place is the freedom to get on the water to sail, to explore."

Sailing instructor

Jean-Philippe

Jean-Philippe

"The ocean, fishing, surfing, and sport are what make me happy here."

Surfing instructor

Mathieu

Mathieu

"What I like best is being out on my pinasse (traditional local boat) and watching the sunset."

Seaman

Jean-Jacques

Jean-Jacques

During your holidays, try to meet some of them.

You’ll benefit from the encounter.

These people are knowledgeable about the history of the Peninsula, its maritime professions, anecdotes and local personalities.

They cherish this little corner of paradise and will be happy to help you discover the hidden treasures of its flora and fauna, as well as local customs.

Meet the local guides

You’ll glean a wealth of information, stories and souvenirs from our guides on a walking tour, a boat trip in a ‘pinasse’ (the traditional local boat)or exploring the bay in a kayak.

You’ll soon be planning your next visit.

Later, looking back through your photos, you’ll understand what it is that makes you want to come back to the Peninsula again year after year for the perfect holiday.

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PLAN YOUR DAY

Fact sheet

There’s only one way to meet the ‘real’ locals – seek them out, and take the time for a chat.

Opening times and prices

Opening times

You can find them at any time of day or in the evening, in the local bars and restaurants.

 

The rates

A conversation with them is priceless.

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