Guided historical walking tour of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, fortified town by J&M EVASION

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13 avenue Victor Bouthillier, 17410 Saint-Martin-de-Ré
Step into adventure at Saint‑Martin‑de‑Ré, a fortified UNESCO treasure where history comes alive. Heroic battles, daring prisoners bound for distant colonies, and Vauban’s legendary defenses await you. This guided tour blends charm, drama, and surprising anecdotes into an unforgettable journey.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating story of Saint‑Martin‑de‑Ré, the most iconic fortified town on the Île de Ré. Walking step by step with your guide, you’ll uncover the fate of prisoners once shipped to colonies, the courage of seventeenth‑century defenders who resisted English assaults, and the brilliance of Vauban’s military architecture, celebrated worldwide as unbeatable. Yet this tour is not only about grand chapters of history: it sparkles with quirky anecdotes, fascinating tales, and hidden secrets tucked behind centuries‑old stones. Every street becomes a stage, every fortification an epic backdrop. You’ll laugh, marvel, and feel history come alive around you. Let yourself be swept away by this vibrant and engaging experience—and leave with unforgettable memories.

Ready to book your place and discover Saint‑Martin‑de‑Ré as you’ve never seen it before?

Reservations by phone, e-mail or on the website are mandatory!

Services

Pets welcome
Booking obligatory

Accessibility

Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs

Documentation

Rates

Group adultsRate for 4th person or more: + €15 extra per person
From €15.00

Full priceRate for 1 to 3 persons
€60.00

Payment methods

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Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 1 Person (s) mini
  • 10 Maximum number of people

Openings

All year

All year
Monday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Tuesday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Wednesday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Thursday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Friday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Saturday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Sunday
10:30 - 12:30
14:30 - 16:30
15:00 - 17:00
15:30 - 17:30
16:00 - 18:00
16:30 - 18:30
09:30 - 11:30
10:00 - 12:00

Location

Guided historical walking tour of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, fortified town by J&M EVASION
13 avenue Victor Bouthillier, 17410 Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Town location
  • Close to pleasure port
  • In the historic centre
  • Village centre
  • Pedestrian area

Access

Access
  • Go to the little square with the benches next to the Saint-Martin-de-Ré tourist office, opposite the Ernest Cognacq museum, at 13 avenue Victor Bouthillier - 17410 - Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

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Updated on 09 February 2026 at 16:24
by Destination Ile de Ré
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