Een rustige roadtrip door de Vendée

France, France
338 km · 12 days · 7 destinations
Nature & outdoors
Coastal vibes
Quiet spots
Starting point of the journey
Days 1 to 2
Puy du Fou
Les Épesses, France

Puy du Fou is a unique historical theme park in France where spectacular live shows transport you to the time of knights, Vikings, and Romans. With grand sets, stunt shows, and hundreds of actors, you experience history in an impressive way. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: L’étang du Puy

Days 3 to 4
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France

You reach the coast via marshlands. The crossing to Noirmoutier feels like a transition to another world. The island, also known as the Island of Mimosas, owes its nickname to the mild microclimate. Salt marshes, oyster beds, and picturesque villages alternate. Seafood and the famous Bonnotte potato give this stage a distinctly maritime character. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: Campilo Les P'tites Maisons Le Bois Joli De la Court

Days 5 to 7
Saint-Jean-de-Monts
Saint-Jean-de-Monts, France

Nature takes center stage here. Long sandy beaches, dunes, vast pine forests, and wetlands form a dynamic landscape. Saint-Jean-de-Monts is popular with trail runners and outdoor enthusiasts. The balance between a lively seaside resort and protected nature reserves makes this region special. Wellness and slow travel go hand in hand here: fresh air, open space, and the feeling that you are truly living outdoors. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: La Davière Plage L' Abri des Pins Les Places Dorées La Prairie Les Amiaux Village Les Sirènes Côté Plage

Day 8
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France

In Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, you can experience the maritime identity of the Vendée. The fishing port and sardine traditions define the town's character. Inland, the scenery changes. Gravel routes connect the coast and the countryside, and at Lake Jaunay, you can find peace by the water. This region combines the energy of the sea with calm nature just behind it. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: La Conge Ushuaia Villages La Parée du Both Domaine des Salins Les Cyprès Chadotel Domaine de Beaulieu Village de la Guyonniere La Bretonniere

Day 9
Les Sables-d'Olonne
Les Sables-d'Olonne, France

Les Sables d’Olonne is known as the birthplace of major ocean races. Sailing and nautical culture are visible everywhere here. In addition to beach days, the city offers art and culture walks past maritime architecture and colorful neighborhoods. The city is energetic and iconic, yet remains connected to its fishing roots. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: Le Bois de la Gachère Domaine de l'Orée

Day 10
La Tranche-sur-Mer
La Tranche-sur-Mer, France

With the nickname Little California, La Tranche-sur-Mer refers to sun, wind, and vast beaches. The open horizon and constant breeze make it a paradise for surfers and other water sports enthusiasts. Along the Atlantic coast, you cycle along the Vélodyssée with sea views as a constant companion. At the end of the day, the beaches turn golden during sunset. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: La Grand'Métairie Le Petit Rocher Baie d'Aunis

Day 11
Le Marais Poitevin
Vix, France

The journey ends in a completely different landscape. The Marais Poitevin is a labyrinth of canals, meadows, and tree-lined waterways. In a traditional flat-bottomed boat, you glide silently through the Green Venice. Birdwatching, walking along the water, or picnicking near a small village: here, everything revolves around tranquility. For a stay along your route or nearby, you will find the following accommodations: O'Beau Laurier Le Colombier Le Marais Sauvage

End point of the journey