Discover Barbatre at Domaine du Merle Moqueur

C'est une jolie promenade familiale autour de la station de Fromentine, alternant les sentiers ombragés de la forêt avec le littoral ouvert sur la Baie de Bourgneuf, pour revenir dans les ruelles de Fromentine. A marée basse, vous pourrez apercevoir le Passage du Gois reliant le continent à l'île de Noirmoutier.

Curiosties... •Church (17th and 19th century), baroque altarpieces, paintings by Henry Simon •Chapel of "Notre Dame de la Pitié" (in the old cemetery) •Chapel of “Notre Dame de Toutes Grâces” (Sion) •Active salt marshes of “la Vie", •Lock of "Grollier" •"Base des Vallées" (nautical activities, picnic areas) •Firing range •Monument of "les Mattes" (stèle Louis de la Rochejaquelein) •Ecomuseum of the Bois Juquaud’s thatched cottage (traditional house of the Vendéen Marsh, Museum of France) •Court of Baisse (traditional farm of the Vendéen Marsh) •Vendéenne Corniche (classified site since 1926) •Rocks of the "Cinq Pineaux", "Trou du Diable" •National forest on 600 ha (evergreen oaks, maritime pines, picnic tables, bridle path and pedestrian paths) •"Jardin des Rigonneries" (garden). •The flora of the marshes of “Riez”

Curiosities... •Lock of "Grollier" •Firing range •Court of Baisse (traditional farm of the Vendéen Marsh) •National forest on 600 ha (evergreen oaks, maritime pines, picnic tables, bridle path and pedestrian paths)

Curiosities... •Church of "Notre-Dame" (19th century), painting by Henry Simon representing the "Handing-over of the monstrance by the King Louis XIII to the parish of Riez"

Curiosities... •Church of "Notre-Dame" (19th century), painting by Henry Simon representing the "Handing-over of the monstrance by the King Louis XIII to the parish of Riez" •Flora and fauna of the marshes of Riez. •Ecomuseum of the Bois Juquaud’s thatched cottage (traditional house of the Vendéen Marsh, Museum of France) •The garden of « Rigonneries» •The fauna of the marshes of “Riez” •The flora of the marshes of “Riez”

Curiosities... •Church of "Saint Maixent " (13th, 14th and 20th century) •The "Pierre de Criée" (classified historic building) of the old church (formerly used for the local declarations). •” Dolbeau, toute une Vie”

Renovated old house located 400 m from Les Romarins beach. Ground floor: living/dining room/kitchen, shower room, wc, 1 bedroom (1 x 160cm bed). 1st floor: low mezzanine (ceiling height 0.60m at lowest and 2m at highest) with 2 x 140cm beds. Cot available on request. Private enclosed garden of 100 m², wooden terrace (garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs). Street parking. Shuttle bus to Nantes station 2 km away. Additional charges: tourist tax, electric heating: €7/day, i.e. €45/week (payable locally).

Renovated old house, located in a complex, 500 m from Plage des Boucholeurs, close to another gîte. Ground floor: living room/lounge/kitchen, 2 bedrooms (1 x 160cm bed) (2 bunk beds: 140cm below and 90cm above), shower room, WC. Fenced landscaped garden of 100 m² with terrace (garden furniture, barbecue). Private parking, closed storage shed available. Sailing club, departure for Ile d'Yeu 3 km away, water park 8 km away. Coach service: La Roche sur Yon link 500 m away. End-of-stay cleaning: €50/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €15/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. In addition: Tourist tax. Heating package: 40€/week or 6€/day (payable to the owner).

Traditional Barbâtre house renovated in 2020, located in a complex near another gîte, 500 m from the Boucholeurs beach. Ground floor: living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms with access from the terrace (with 1 double bed (160), shower room/WC) and on the living room side: 1 bedroom (with 1 double bed (160) which can be separated into 2 single beds (80) and 2 single beds (80), shower room and separate WC). Wifi internet access. 70 m² enclosed landscaped garden with wooden terrace (garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs). Closed storage shed available. Access to the beach via the forest, 500 metres away. Fishing, bike hire in Barbâtre, sailing club, departure for Ile d'Yeu 3 km away, water park 8 km away. Coach service: La Roche sur Yon connection 500 m away. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €100/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €15/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. Additional charges: Tourist tax. Heating charge: 7€/day (payable to the owner).

Renovated old house, located in a complex, close to another gîte, 500 m from the Boucholeurs beach. Ground floor: living room/lounge/kitchen, 2 bedrooms (1 x 140cm bed, 1 x 160cm bed), shower room, WC. Wifi internet access. Fenced landscaped garden of 70 m² with wooden terrace (garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs). Private parking, closed storage shed available. Sailing club, departure for Ile d'Yeu 3 km away, water park 8 km away. Coach service: La Roche sur Yon link 500 m away. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €50/stay; 2-person sheet hire: €15/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. Additional charges: Tourist tax. Electric heating charge: 6€/day (payable to the owner).

Come and discover shellfish gathering on our iconic Passage du Gois! Enjoy a friendly session with volunteers from APLAV, who will explain where and how to gather shellfish, the rules and best practices, and tell you about the marine environment... We’ll lend you the right tools so you can take home your shellfish (periwinkles, clams and cockles) to enjoy with friends or family! - Meet in the middle of the causeway, about 2 km from the mainland – and remember to plan your return journey, - Organisers can be spotted by their blue T-shirts and banner, - Parking is permitted at the meeting point, - Fishing equipment is provided by the association, - Duration of the supervised activity: 1 hour 30 minutes, plus a social get-together, - Please wear suitable, comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, sun cream, a cap, etc., depending on the weather! - Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential!

Bridge near the small canal

The coal mines were extremely important from the 17th century.

Buildings from the former 17th century Presbytery were restored and transformed into the town hall in 2007 and "Les Digitales" Art Centre in 2011. The Art Centre is a place for activities and exhibits. It displays different models of farming machinery from the collection of Mr Sevestre, a passionate farmer from Caden, and holds a museum presenting farming activities from yesterday and today with interviews from local farmers.

It was restored in the 18th century by the rector of Caden, Jean-Louis de la Houssaye. The date "1756" is written over the side door. It is one of the six friar chapels of Caden. The inside is decorated with 21th century frescos painted by a local artist representing landscapes of the surrounding countryside.

The first chapel was built by the monastic community of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem during the 12th century and under the control of Carentoir like the chapels of Gorvello, Molac and Guerno. It was restored in the 18th century and decorated with a Classical-style pediment on the main door.

Both the 16th century fountain and washhouse are made of regular granite surrounded by a small stone wall. The fountain looks like a small temple sitting large columns and topped with a domed roof. A small alcove was built for the Saint's statue.

Located on Place Gombaud and built in 1907 by the Union Régionaliste Bretonne (Breton Regionalist Union) for the 1000th anniversary of the death of Alain Le Grand (Alan Meur in Breton), King of Brittany. This 5-metre tall granite headstone commemorates the victory of this Breton leader over the Normans (vikings) in 890. On the western side, you can see the blade of a gladiator’s sword pointing downward, which symbolises the sword of great conqueror. Go back up Rue Lebrun et Malard (between the post office and bakery) and enter the cemetery. Inside, you will find Saint Michel Chapel.

This chapel was built in the mid 15th century, during the reign of the Duke of Brittany François I, where Saint Vincent Ferrier was believed to have preached on 3 March 1418 while staying in Questembert. It was founded by the lords of Rochefort, who had great power and influence in Questembert and surrounding areas at the time. To the left of the chapel, you will find a 15th century stone cross and rectangular sculpture, representing a processional banner. This type of Christian monument is called a “croix bannière” in French and typical to the region of Brittany. In front of the entrance, a large several century-old yew tree seems to protect the tombs of the parish rectors, including Father Mulot, co-founder of the Montfort Fathers congregation, who died during a mission in Questembert in 1749. The chapel was classified as a Historical Monument in 1922. Restored between 2006 and 2007, it is regularly open to the public (concerts, themed days, etc.). Things to discover nearby: At the end of Rue du Chanoine Niol, the old rectory, washhouse and fountain. The old 15th century rectory is a typical country-style and aristocratic residence of old France (private property). The rectory washhouse resembles a small version of Les Halles. The fountain, made up of three columns, is very unique. The fountain and Saint Martin washhouse are located at the end of Rue St-Martin and Rue de la Fontaine.

This chapel was built in the mid 15th century, during the reign of the Duke of Brittany François I, where Saint Vincent Ferrier was believed to have preached on 3 March 1418 while staying in Questembert. It was founded by the lords of Rochefort, who had great power and influence in Questembert and surrounding areas at the time. To the left of the chapel, you will find a 15th century stone cross and rectangular sculpture, representing a processional banner. This type of Christian monument is called a “croix bannière” in French and typical to the region of Brittany. In front of the entrance, a large several century-old yew tree seems to protect the tombs of the parish rectors, including Father Mulot, co-founder of the Montfort Fathers congregation, who died during a mission in Questembert in 1749. The chapel was classified as a Historical Monument in 1922. Restored between 2006 and 2007, it is regularly open to the public (concerts, themed days, etc.). Things to discover nearby: At the end of Rue du Chanoine Niol, the old rectory, washhouse and fountain. The old 15th century rectory is a typical country-style and aristocratic residence of old France (private property). The rectory washhouse resembles a small version of Les Halles. The fountain, made up of three columns, is very unique. The fountain and Saint Martin washhouse are located at the end of Rue St-Martin and Rue de la Fontaine.

Located near the Passage du Gois on the way to the centre of Barbâtre, La Mano restaurant invites you to take a gourmet and authentic break. True to our values, we grow a large proportion of our own vegetables in our own market garden near the restaurant. These fresh, seasonal products give all their flavour to our culinary creations. To eat in or take away, our thin-crust pizzas are topped with vegetables from our own market garden and carefully selected local ingredients. On the seafood side, our mussels from Noirmoutier are available in a range of recipes: classic, marinated or with cream, original with Roquefort or green pepper. The La Mano restaurant offers a convivial setting with its 3 terraces, including an atypical rooftop terrace for a bit of height ... Specialities : - Organic thin-crust pizzas made with our home-grown vegetables and local produce. - Bouchot mussels from Noirmoutier, with green peppercorn cream sauce. - Hake fillet casserole with organic seaweed. Budget : - Max. : 22 € - Children's menu: €12.50 Open from February to December 2026. Outside school holidays: open for lunch from Monday to Thursday. Lunch and dinner from Friday to Sunday. School holidays: open every day for lunch and dinner.

In Barbâtre, a quiet and relaxed restaurant. New culinary adventures are waiting for you, featuring flavours of the Mediterranean on the Atlantic. In summer: cocktails, ice creams and planchas to be tasted from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm (no catering in the evening). Specialities : Seaside cuisine. Sea sauerkraut. Shellfish and seafood (April to June). Caterer for individuals in winter. Budget : Lunch set menu (Mondays to Fridays, except school holidays) – A la carte menu: €20 minimum – €40 maximum. Children’s menu: €11. Open year round Closed Sunday evenings and Mondays all year round. In summer: cocktails, ice creams and planchas to be tasted from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm (no catering in the evening).

Overlooking the ocean, ‘Le Noirmoutier’ invites you to enjoy a gentle, relaxing break. In a bright and soothing setting, the hotel offers 13 elegant, comfortable rooms with a chic, bohemian feel, where the sound of the waves will be the only thing to wake you in the morning. Breakfast evokes the flavours of our childhood, with its golden pastries, homemade jams, French toast and all the simple pleasures of days gone by. Its restaurant, ‘L’Authentique’, showcases refined, seasonal cuisine, inspired by our grandmothers’ cooking but given a modern twist by its talented chef, Paul, and his team. Fresh, local produce to be savoured whilst enjoying a unique view. The bar ‘L’Arôme’ is, nonetheless, the ideal spot to unwind. Delicious cocktails, subtly crafted by Maxime, blending freshness, creativity and exotic flavours, to be savoured with your feet in the sand. Specialities: - eggs with a twist - grilled octopus - pasta with clams - whole fish. Price range: - set menu: from €11 to €35 - children’s menu: €12.50 - wine by the glass. Cocktails. Open from 22 March to 31 October 2026. Restaurant and bar: open every day, except all day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Treat yourself to a nature-filled holiday at a 3-star campsite in Noirmoutier. As the gateway to the island of Noirmoutier, our Les Onchères campsite in Barbâtre welcomes you near the Passage du Gois, in the heart of a maritime pine forest. Stay in an unspoilt natural setting, bordered by a long beach of fine sand. From mid-season onwards, take a dip in our heated swimming pool, and in high season, enjoy our entertainment programme. Come and create holiday memories with family or friends. Spanning nearly 10 hectares in the heart of a state-owned forest managed by the Office National des Forêts, Les Onchères campsite offers comfortable camping pitches and 2- to 3-bedroom mobile homes, heated sanitary facilities, motorhome service points, and – as we have done for over 60 years – a warm welcome and services to make your stay as comfortable as possible. To book a mobile home, please contact the booking centre: 02 41 79 00 15 - www.cesptt49.com - cesptt49@wanadoo.fr