The tourist season comes to an end at the beginning of November. The pace of life slows down, and the island has fewer visitors.
Like nature itself, Île de Ré changes in the autumn. The temperate climate imbues the island and its villages with tranquillity. Autumn is the perfect time to relax and enjoy the great outdoors.
Discover the island’s villages and nature differently
Île de Ré reveals itself differently in autumn. Visit the peaceful villages with your family and friends, or as a couple. Walk through the narrow streets and visit the monuments open at this time of year, such as the Phare des Baleines lighthouse, the Abbaye des Châteliers, the churches, fortifications and many other heritage sites.
Enjoy walking or cycling along the seafront and through the heart of the island’s villages, passing through picturesque vineyards, woodland and marshes.
The autumnal light is splendid and captivating. Sunsets retain their magic, as the sky blazes with shades of orange, red and purple.
Guided tours of the island’s various ecosystems can be invigorating in autumn. Take this opportunity to learn about the island’s plants and wildlife (Discovery safari).
A haven for migratory birds, the ornithological reserve Lilleau des Niges in the north of the island is the ideal spot to observe them.
With the arrival of cooler temperatures and waning sunlight, autumn is also a time for cosiness.
