Les Salines, Historic saltworks in Les Sables-d'Olonne, France.
The saltworks extend across ten hectares of protected natural areas behind sand dunes, featuring interconnected basins for salt production.
Salt production in this region began during the Gallo-Roman period and continues for over a thousand years using traditional methods.
Salt workers maintain ancestral harvesting methods, passing their expertise to new generations through regular demonstrations of the craft.
The site welcomes visitors Monday through Friday and Sunday from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with free admission and parking 200 meters away.
Visitors can explore the marshes by boat on the salt river and participate in manual salt harvesting during the summer season.
Location: Les Sables-d'Olonne
Address: 120 Rte de l'Aubraie, 85100 Les Sables-d'Olonne, France 85100 Les Sables-d'Olonne
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 14:00-18:30; Sunday 14:00-18:30
Phone: +33251210119
Website: https://lessalines.fr/fr
GPS coordinates: 46.51553,-1.80416
Latest update: May 12, 2025 09:13
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