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ACTIVITIES & LEISURE
IN VENDÉE
Thanks to its rich natural and cultural heritage, as well as numerous seaside resorts, the Vendée is a region perfect for activities and leisure pursuits, particularly if you love the great outdoors. With the kids, as a couple or with friends, spice up your holiday in Vendée with original sporting and cultural activities.
THE VENDÉE: A PLAYGROUND
FOR CHILDREN
The Vendée has loads of activities to keep the kids entertained. Whatever your little adventurers’ interests, you’re sure to find an activity that appeals to them.
They’ll love the various theme parks with their water slides, dinosaurs, treetop walks and bouncy castles. If your children are curious campers, then go on a visit to the Marais Salants de la Vie with a fun, enthusiastic guide. The Petit Train is another not-to-be-missed fun family activity in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez!
Weather being unpredictable? No worries, you’ll have no trouble finding indoor activities in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez and its surroundings. The classic ones: bowling, laser games, escape games, cinema outings… But also the Vendée Miniature, the Bourrine du Bois Juquaud, the Musée du Chocolat and other kid-friendly cultural sites.
WATER SPORTS
And we can’t talk about the Vendée’s Atlantic coast without mentioning water sports! With over 200 km of coastline, the region attracts lots of holidaymakers looking for prime spots to enjoy their favourite water sports.
From surfing to thrilling sand yachting, kitesurfing, windsurfing and paddleboarding, there’s something for everyone. Are you looking for an original activity offering new sensations? Try out wingfoiling, and discover the pleasure of ‘flying’ over water.
Are you a beginner and afraid of taking the plunge? Don’t panic, Vendée’s beaches have plenty of surf schools offering weekly courses or daily lessons.
WALKING, CYCLING... AND RAIL BIKING !
Vendée’s natural heritage means this region’s perfect for outdoor activities. You’ll find the GR8 hiking route that criss-crosses the Vendée coastline. So, pop on your trainers and set off to explore the varied landscapes from the sea to the marshes, forests and villages.
During your holiday in the region, don’t forget to hire a bike and take advantage of the numerous cycle paths, including the famous Vélodyssée. This cycling route, which runs along the Atlantic coast from Brittany to the Basque country, passes through the Vendée. Les Sables-d’Olonne, the island of Noirmoutier, Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez… Set off in search of Vendée’s treasures for a fantastic, memory-packed day!
You can also use your stay in the Vendée region to spend an afternoon on the Comméquiers railbike track. Your family will love this original activity in the heart of nature.
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