Saint Martin de Ré is on the northern coast of Ile-de-Ré, about half way along the island.

A harbour town, Saint Martin de Ré is an attractive and popular place with a bustling atmosphere, especially in the area around the harbour,
which has many restaurants and shops.

Many of the houses around the port in Saint Martin de Ré have that old, faded beauty that makes a place especially attractive - many of the buildings date from the 17th-18th centuries.

Further narrow streets climb the hill behind, leading to the old church - which has a bell tower you can climb for some great views over the town and out to sea - this is also the best way to see the overall design of the fortifications that surround the town.