We think of each of you and especially to you, nature and biodiversity lovers.
We selected you some ideas of outings to see, or practise related to the nature in our beautiful department of la Vendée.   

For the nature and walks lovers

Stroll you around the campsite vendée thanks to these proposals nature outings

•Le Jardin des Olfacties : distance 12 kms, 20min driving  Adress : 85220 Coëx

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Discover the magie of scented plants, through a walk in this original and charming park.  Ranked “Botanic Garden of France”. More than 3500 species are presented in : Tropical Valley, Japanese Garden…
www.lejardindesolfacties.com

 

 

 

•Le potager extraordinaire : distance 9  kms, 10 min driving.  Adress: Les Mares, 85150 La Mothe Achard

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Discover the spectacular collection of plants in this garden with more than a thousand exotic flowers, vegetables and tropical vegetables. Giant plants will surprise you. Treasure hunt for children. Home products for sale on site

www.potagerextraordinaire.com

 

 

 •Les Salines : distance 9  kms, 10 min driving. Adress : 120 route de l’Aubraie, 85100 Les Sables d’Olonne

the-salt-marshes-in-les-sables-d-olonneCome to discover the « White Gold » and the know-how of the salt producer. Let yu catch by the fauna and the flora of the site. Guided visit of ‘Les Salines’ (where the salt is made) by boat. 2h30 of quietness and discovery. Stop at the “Marais Salant” of the Aubraie. Meet the Salt producer, salt harvesting, and historical route. Reservation recommended!

www.lessalines.fr

 

 

•Walking around the Lake of the Jaunay and Géocaching : 400m Lac du Jaunay, information point at la Baudrière – La Mothe Achard information point at the tourist office.

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Sort of modern treasure hunt. You will discover the fauna and flora around the Lake of the Jaunay with a hiking GPS available at La Baudriere and The tourist office of La Mothe Achard.

The lac du Jaunay in Vendée, a natural reservoir that you can discover thanks to its various hiking trails, mountains bikes tours and horse trails.
A link from Les Achards to the sea is also possible by bike. Discover it and join the beach by bike! 

 

•Canöé et Pedalos rentals on the Lake of the Jaunay : distance 4  kms, 5 min driving Adress : Lieu-dit ‘La Baudrière ou Le Pré’, 85150 St Julien des Landes ou Canoevasion, La Serventière, 85220 LANDEVIELLE.

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Walking around the Lake of the Jaunay and Géocaching : 400m  Lac du Jaunay, information point at la Baudrière – La Mothe Achard information point at the tourist office.

Sort of modern treasure hunt. You will discover the fauna and flora around the Lake of the Jaunay with a hiking GPS available at La Baudriere and The tourist office of La Mothe Achard.

www.canoevasion.fr

 

•Le Moulin de Rambourg : distance 35  kms, 40 min driving  Adress: Lieu-dit « Rambourg », 85310 Nesmy

the-mill-rambourg-85Nestled in a lush greenery, The Rambourg mill is the last surviving water mill in the Valley of the Yon. It still has its full equipment of the beginning of the 20th century. On site, Nature canoe outings, cooking workshop, outdoor cinema.

 

http://www.vendee-tourisme.com/les-sites-touristiques-en-vendee/moulins/moulin-de-rambourg

 

•Discovery of the Apremont Village  : distance 18  kms, 25 min driving. Adress : 85220 Apremont

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Perched on a rock overlooking the river ‘La Vie’, Apremont is a village of character. Discover its remarkable Renaissance Castle with its gardens and especially its two towers and a porch giving access to the courtyard where you will spend a pleasant moment. Stroll through the picturesque streets of the city.  At the end of your visit, you can relax on the man-made beach.

Château d’Apremont

•Chemin de Fer de la Vendée and Train restaurant « Voiture Orient-Express »
distance 90  kms, 1h 10 min driving. Adress : Chemin de fer de la Vendée, Avenue de la gare, 85290 Mortagne sur Sèvre.

the-train-orient-express-85A 2h30 trip aboard the machine back in time of Mortagne sur Sevre.  An extraordinary 22kms ride on a steam train. At 30km / h, let yourself enjoy the 3 valleys traversed on beautiful viaduc.

A special trip on the Orient Express, a symbol of luxury, romance and adventure! Sumptuous decor and tasty food, for a pleasant walk of 3 hours with music and comments. Let yourself be surprised by this authentic journey through time!  Reservation recommended

www.vendee-vapeur.fr

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