The carrelet fishing huts of Meschers-sur-Gironde, which stretch along the steep banks of the Gironde in the Charente-Maritime department, are fascinating witnesses to traditional fishing culture. These charming huts, resting on wooden piles, stretch across the picturesque coastal area and are characteristic of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
The fishermen use the carrelets as unique fishing gear. Using an ingenious lifting system, they lower nets into the clear water to harvest rich sea delicacies. The picturesque scenery of the huts swaying in the rough Atlantic wind gives the coast an unmistakable charm.
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