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Carrelets - fishermen's huts at the harbor

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Carrelets - fishermen's huts at the harbor

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  • Location: Meschers-Sur-Gironde, Saintes, New Aquitaine, France

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    July 26, 2025

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    🏠 What are carrelets?

    • Wooden huts built on stilts directly on the water
    • Connected by a long wooden walkway from the shore or cliffs
    • Equipped with a large square net that is lowered into the water and raised again by a winch


    🌊 What are they used for?

    • Traditional fishing method at high tide
    • Catches include plaice, mullet, shrimp, and eels
    • Today, they are often used as a retreat for leisure, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the sunset
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    Location: Meschers-Sur-Gironde, Saintes, New Aquitaine, France

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