Caves of Regulus, Meschers-sur-Gironde, Poitou-Charentes, France

It is the coast and the beaches that attracts most people to Meschers – the sandy stretches of beach are attractively interspersed with rocky headlands and cliffs. The three main beaches are called Nonnes (the main beach), Vergnes (a little to the north) and Suzac.

Meschers-sur-Gironde also has a small port where there are a number of cafes where you can sit and unwind and admire the pleasure boats.

One historically interesting monument in the town is the church of Saint-Saturnin. Note that the belltower section dates from the 15th century and is much older than the rest of the church (17th century). There is also a small 19th century protestant temple.

The troglodyte Grottes de Regulus caves are another reason that people come to Meschers-sur-Gironde. The caves, carved into the chalky rock along the seafront, have served various purposes over the centuries, from grain storage to hiding contraband, and occasionally they have also been used as homes.

A visit to the caves will also allow you to appreciate the views across the Gironde estuary as you follow the Boulevard de la Falaise around the Point de Meschers to get here. The nearby Matata caves can also be visited.

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