Dolus d'Oleron

Population

Dolus has 3,000 inhabitants, called Dolusiens.

The villages called Les Allards, La Perroche, La Rémigeasse and Vert-Bois are part of this district.

Oyster farming is the main activity in the villages east of Dolus. Those located in the west have grown significantly through tourism development.

Remarkable places

• The ornithological park called "Marais aux Oiseaux" is installed in the village of Grissotières.
• The discovery park is publicly accessible. It includes an educa­tio­nal farm. The rescue center for wild birds in distress can not be visited.
• The Church Saint-André (St. Andrew) was built in the fifteenth century. Its steeple is covered with slates. In the Church, there is a remarkable wooden altarpiece of the seventeenth century.
• In the coastal village of La Perroche, there is a beautiful chapel which is part of the Saint-Medard's Priory.
• Ileo water park has an indoor pool with a sporty side and outdoor heated pools for recreation.

Accomodation

There are three hotels and ten camping sites in Dolus. It is also possible to rent houses for one or more weeks.