Committed to preserving the quality of the night sky and biodiversity, the commune of Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, certified as a Starry Village, is launching a call for candidates to designate referents in the eight sectors of the commune. The aim is to limit unnecessary lighting, reduce light pollution, save energy, and allow the night to reclaim its place, which is essential for many animal and plant species.
Furthermore, the commune is looking for artisans, creators, merchants, and food industry professionals for its Christmas Village. The event will take place from December 19 to 30, 2026, at Place d’Antioche. Candidates are invited to showcase their products and contribute to the Christmas magic.
The municipality also reminds residents of other local initiatives, such as the Leisure and Sports Voucher, intended for young people under 18 residing in the commune, and activities offered by the Leisure Center during the October holidays, focusing on magic and Halloween. Information is also available regarding the fight against the tiger mosquito, fiber optics, the MonTri application for waste sorting, a public inquiry notice for a land reserve on the site « Les Gruasses », and measures to preserve potable water resources in the face of the « Reinforced Alert » level decreed by the Prefect of Charente-Maritime.
