{"id":1378,"date":"2018-01-10T11:58:19","date_gmt":"2018-01-10T10:58:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/?page_id=1378"},"modified":"2024-07-24T10:20:52","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T08:20:52","slug":"les-sables-dolonne","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/tourisme-vendee\/les-sables-dolonne\/","title":{"rendered":"Les Sables d'Olonne"},"content":{"rendered":"

It's impossible to spend a holiday in the Vend\u00e9e without visiting the delightful seaside resort of Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>! This town in Vend\u00e9e<\/a> is prized for its beautiful sandy beaches, lively marina, salt marshes, or lively embankment and charming Ile Penotte district, but also for being the start and finish town for the Vend\u00e9e Globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During your stay at our camping in Vend\u00e9e<\/a>, be sure to discover Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>, just 40 km from our campsite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Les Sables d'Olonne and the Vend\u00e9e Globe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> shines thanks to the renown of the Vend\u00e9e Globe<\/a>, considered one of the most demanding sailing competitions. Port Olona and the Chaume district <\/strong>are the epicentres of this event, where the sailors set off on this maritime adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Vend\u00e9e Globe race takes placeevery 4 years<\/strong> and the start is in November or December. If you're staying in Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> at that time, take part in the start or finish of this race and enjoy the festivities planned for the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The unmissable embankment in Les Sables d'Olonne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The embankment of Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> is an emblematic promenade of this seaside resort in the Vend\u00e9e, offering a panoramic view<\/strong> over the Atlantic Ocean. This promenade, which runs along the coast<\/strong>, is lined with restaurants, caf\u00e9s and boutiques. Lively throughout the year, the embankment of Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> is the vibrant heart of the town.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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A pleasant stroll around the port<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The port is a symbol of the maritime history<\/strong> and economic dynamism of Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>. It is home to a mixed fleet<\/strong> of fishing boats, pleasure yachts and merchant ships. The quays are lined with caf\u00e9s, restaurants and shops, creating a lively and friendly atmosphere. Take time to stroll along the quays<\/strong>, admire the boats and breathe in the sea air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00cele Penotte, an open-air museum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From our campsite near Les Sables d'Olonne, a stone's throw from the embankment at LesSables d'Olonne<\/strong>, Penotte Island beckons with its winding lanes and houses adorned with shells<\/strong>. A local artist, affectionately known as \"la dame aux coquillages\", has breathed new life into the area where she grew up: for years, she has adorned the facades with colourful creations<\/strong>, using shells as her artistic palette. Wandering through these alleys is comparable to discovering anart gallery<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In the heart of the salt marshes of Les Sables d'Olonne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> is also famous for its salt marshes. During your camping holiday, take the time to discover thisancestral treasure<\/strong> that bears witness to a centuries-old tradition of salt harvesting. In these expanses of shallow basins, seawater is channelled and evaporated by the sun, leaving behind sparkling salt crystals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This unique landscape<\/strong>, dotted with windmills and salt workers' huts, offers a glimpse of traditional craftsmanship. Symbols of know-how and preservation, the salt marshes representthe history and identity of Les Sables-d'Olonne<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The superb beaches of Les Sables d'Olonne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It's impossible to spend a holiday in the Vend\u00e9e without visiting the beautiful beaches<\/strong> of this corner of France. 25km of beaches<\/strong> line Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>. There is, of course, the Grande Plage, a splendid 3km-long beach, but also the Plage de Tanchet, popular for board sports, or the Plage de la Paracou, surrounded by dunes, and the Plage de Sauveterre, on the edge of the forest.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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A unique heritage to discover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Culture lovers, you're going to love your visit to Les Sables d'Olonne <\/strong>! Indeed, this Vend\u00e9e town is home to a wealth of historical treasures. Admirethe church of Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Port<\/strong>, a building built in the 17th century that is now listed as a Historic Monument. Next, head to the Prieur\u00e9 Saint-Nicolas<\/strong>. This is an ancient place of prayer dating back to the 12th century, next to which stands theFort Saint-Nicolas<\/strong>, a testament to the region's military history. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean! Continue your tour of the heritage of Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> with a visit to the Ch\u00e2teau Saint-Clair<\/strong> (also known as Ch\u00e2teau de la Chaume, after the jetty on which it stands), a former fortified castle that supports the Tour d'Arundel<\/strong>. This tower is thought to date from the late 15th century. Climb the 127 steps<\/strong> of this monument and admire the splendid view before you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Les Sables d'Olonne zoo: a children's paradise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you on holiday in the Vend\u00e9e<\/strong> with your children? Take them to the zoo in LesSables d'Olonne<\/strong>! Founded in 1959, this animal park is home to over 400 animals<\/strong>representing more than 70 species. Your children will be able to get up close and personal with lions and monkeys, as well as meerkats, pink flamingos and giraffes. This zoo will win you over with its vast spaces, adapted to each habitat, and the immersive and educational <\/strong>experience it offers for visitors of all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A cultural dive in Les Sables d'Olonne <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hereare two museums<\/strong> not to be missed on your visit to Les Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>:the Mus\u00e9e de la Mer et de la P\u00eache<\/strong>and the MASC, Mus\u00e9e d'Art moderne et contemporain de l'Abbaye Sainte Croix<\/strong>. The former invites you to immerse yourself inthe maritime history<\/strong> of the Vend\u00e9e. You'll discover a collection of objects such as fishing tools and artefacts relating the lives of sailors and fishermen, as well as model boats. The second is an art museum<\/strong> housed in a former<\/strong> 12th-century Benedictine abbey<\/strong>, which houses a rich and varied collection of modern and contemporary art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bucolic walk in the heart of nature's riches <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Would you like to take a family walk in the heart of nature in Sables d'Olonne<\/strong>? Discover la balade au Puits d'enfer<\/strong>. You'll walk along the wild coastline of Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> and the preserved steep cliffs. Also stroll along the Baie de Cayola<\/strong>, a beach lined with maritime pines and golden dunes. It's a peaceful stroll on the south side of Sables d'Olonne<\/strong> that awaits you.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Impossible de passer ses vacances en Vend\u00e9e sans visiter la ravissante station baln\u00e9aire des Sables d\u2019Olonne ! Cette ville de Vend\u00e9e est pris\u00e9e pour ses belles plages de sable fin, son port de plaisance vivant, ses marais salants, ou encore son remblai anim\u00e9 et son charmant quartier de l’Ile Penotte, mais aussi pour \u00eatre la […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":20275,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"Visitez la station baln\u00e9aire des Sables d'Olonne","_seopress_titles_desc":"Le Camping 3 \u00e9toiles le Val de Vie pr\u00e8s des Sables d'Olonne, ouvert toute l'ann\u00e9e, propose des mobil-homes pour vacanciers, salari\u00e9s et ouvriers. Confort assur\u00e9.","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"both","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":301,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_seopress_news_disabled":"","_seopress_video_disabled":"","_seopress_video":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas_manual":[],"_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable_all":"","_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas":[],"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1378","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1378","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1378"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1378\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25750,"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1378\/revisions\/25750"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20275"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.campingvaldevie.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}