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Saint-Martin-de-Ré
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Saint-Martin-de-Ré
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The island's capital is a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the major Vauban sites network. It features a beautiful citadel (which served as a transit point for penal colonies) with its ramparts and a fortified church. Charming houses, a small port, a museum, and a pleasant setting make this town a popular tourist destination.
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The island's capital is a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the major Vauban sites network. It boasts a beautiful citadel (which served as a transit point for penal colonies) with its ramparts and a fortified church. In addition, there are charming houses, a small port, a museum, and a pleasant setting that make the town a popular tourist destination.
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- Type of place: village.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
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- Population: 2,231 inhabitants (2017).
- Area: 4.70 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: http://www.saint-martin-de-re.fr/
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