This illustration by Lotza celebrates the carrelet, an iconic symbol of Charente-Maritime. Located on the west coast of France, Charente-Maritime is a region rich in natural and cultural heritage, renowned for its more than 450 kilometers of coastline, vast pine forests, and protected marshes.
The carrelet, a small fishing shelter on stilts, is an ancient local tradition. Used for fishing with a square net, this ingenious system allows eels, sole, and mullet to be caught in the calm coastal waters. These typical huts, numbering more than 400 in the department, are an integral part of the maritime landscape and a testament to the ancestral know-how of fishermen.
Beyond fishing, Charente-Maritime is also renowned for its seafood cuisine, particularly its oysters, mussels, and fresh seafood. The region offers numerous tourist activities, such as visiting the Vauban fortifications in Saint-Martin-de-Ré, the unspoiled beaches of Oléron Island, and charming coastal villages.
This Lotza poster pays tribute to the maritime culture and natural beauty of Charente-Maritime, a must-see destination for lovers of the sea and French heritage.
