{"id":140845,"date":"2025-02-25T17:57:31","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T16:57:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/vendee-la-venise-verte\/"},"modified":"2025-06-20T14:56:39","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T12:56:39","slug":"vendee-the-green-venice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/vendee-the-green-venice\/","title":{"rendered":"Vend\u00e9e: discover the treasures of the Green Venice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Cover photo credit \u00a9 CRTL Vend\u00e9e Expansion \/ Alexandre LAMOUREUX<\/pre>\n\n\n\n
The Vend\u00e9e<\/strong>, located on the Atlantic coast, offers 82.1 km<\/strong> of varied landscapes, from wild coastlines and picturesque marshes to peaceful rivers. A true jewel <\/strong>of France\u2019s natural heritage, the region can be explored on foot, by bike, by boat, or even on horseback. Embark on a unique tour <\/strong>through Les Sables-d\u2019Olonne, the Marais Poitevin, and the banks of the Yon River for a full immersion in the wild beauty the Vend\u00e9e with Teritoria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Les Sables-d’Olonne: a must-see seaside resort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When you think of a holiday in the Vend\u00e9e, Les Sables-d’Olonne is likely the first place that comes to mind. But if you’re looking to escape the crowds, discover our alternative tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Heading for the C\u00f4te de Lumi\u00e8re<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Located on the C\u00f4te de Lumi\u00e8re<\/strong> (Coast of Light), the town of Les Sables-d’Olonne is a major tourist destination in the Vend\u00e9e region and the starting point of the famous Vend\u00e9e Globe yacht race. With its mild climate and 105 km<\/strong>\u00b2 of beaches and coastal paths, it\u2019s an ideal destination<\/strong> for a holiday with family or friends.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Sables d’Olonnes \u00a9 Alexandre LAMOUREUX<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
To explore this town from a different perspective<\/strong>, follow the bay and discover a preserved natural site<\/strong> with steep cliffs and breathtaking views of the Atlantic. Enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities along the Vend\u00e9e coastline, hiking, cycling, rollerblading, or horse riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teritoria\u2019s tip: visit the \u00cele Penotte neighbourhood<\/strong>! Immerse yourself in the artistic world of this unique area<\/strong>, where house facades are adorned with intricate shell mosaics. A surprising and whimsical walk that might just take you back to your childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Marais Poitevin: a boat trip through unspoilt nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Classified as a Grand Site de France<\/strong>, the Marais Poitevin is an aquatic labyrinth of pollarded ash trees and wet meadows. Hop aboard a traditional boat for a peaceful cruise through this region, nicknamed the \u201cGreen Venice<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n
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Marais Poitevin \u00a9 Simon Bourcier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Don\u2019t miss the Marais Poitevin: let yourself be guided by a boatman who will share the history <\/strong>and legends <\/strong>of the marshes. Observe the rich flora and fauna, herons, otters, dragonflies, and aquatic plants.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Les Salines \u00a9 Simon Bourcier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
For history buffs and the curious<\/strong>, we recommend a stop at the Salines<\/strong>. Discover the history of salt in the Vend\u00e9e, an ancestral craft still practised today. Join the salt harvest<\/strong> alongside the artisans <\/strong>who work the marshes, and leave with your own salt!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Hike Around the Yon: An Immersion in the Heart of Vend\u00e9e\u2019s Nature <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hiking enthusiasts in the Vend\u00e9e will find everything they’re looking for along the Yon, a river that winds through forests, old mills, and rocky outcrops, offering countless opportunities to explore on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Sentiers du N\u00e9flier \u00a9 Simon Bourcier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Starting from the Sentier du N\u00e9flier<\/strong> trail at the Maison des Libellules<\/strong> in Chaill\u00e9-sous-les-Ormeaux, you can choose to head toward the Moulin de Rambourg<\/strong>, a restored historic mill open to the public or toward the \u00cele de la Merlerie<\/strong>, a preserved green oasis where you can relax by the water at the end of your hike.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Chaos du Piquet \u00a9 Simon Bourcier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
The Chaos du Piquet<\/strong>: a 4 km<\/strong> hike through streams, forests and historical ruins. Immerse yourself in the past of the Vend\u00e9e region!<\/p>\n\n\n
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Pointe du Payr\u00e9 \u00a9 Julien Gazeau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
The Pointe du Payr\u00e9<\/strong>: a 4.7 km<\/strong> trail between land and sea offers exceptional views of the ocean and wild dunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Whether you’re passionate about hiking, nature, or heritage, the Vend\u00e9e is the ideal destination for a change of scenery<\/strong>. With its coastal landscapes, mysterious marshes, and peaceful rivers, it appeals to those who love nature and authenticity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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By Emilie Fallot Nguyen<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Discover the Vend\u00e9e region from a new perspective: through marshes, preserved trails, and natural wonders, let yourself be guided into the heart of unspoilt nature.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":132369,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,705],"tags":[4605],"class_list":["post-140845","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all-our-articles","category-travel-diaries","tag-voyage-responsable-en"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140845","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=140845"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140845\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":140850,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140845\/revisions\/140850"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/132369"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=140845"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=140845"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teritoria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=140845"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}