Fouras

Fouras is a coastal commune on France's Atlantic shore that juts out into the water like a peninsula. The landscape features multiple beaches along its edges and wooded areas across its terrain.

A fortification was built in the early 1300s to defend this coastal area from attack. A second fort was constructed later to strengthen the defenses at this strategic point.

The town's identity is rooted in oyster and mussel farming, work that has shaped daily life for generations. You can see this heritage throughout the ports and markets when you walk through the community.

This location sits in an area with good facilities for day visitors wanting to explore beaches and natural areas. Favorable weather and tidal conditions open up chances to visit nearby islands and coastal spots.

This place holds France's leading role in oyster spat production, a specialized step in oyster farming that happens earlier than most people realize. This quiet but important work has shaped the region's reputation in the food industry.

Location: canton of Rochefort-Nord

Location: Charente-Maritime

Location: Arrondissement of Rochefort

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

Shares border with: Île-d'Aix, Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée, Yves, Port-des-Barques

Address: 17450 Fouras, France

Phone: +33546846011

Email: mairie@fouras-les-bains.fr

Website: http://fouras.net

GPS coordinates: 45.98778,-1.09306

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:15