Explore Saint-florent-des-bois in the heart of Vendée

Le guide des randonnées et le plan sont téléchargeables en pdf sur le site de l'Office de Tourisme des Sables d'Olonne. www.lessablesdolonne-tourisme.com

Curiosities... •Church of "Notre Dame" (14th and 20th century) and its stained glass windows •Old fairground (alignment of granite stones) •Lake of the "Gué Gorand" (4 km walk around the lake, picnic areas)

Pour réduire les 80 km de l’itinéraire Vignes et Bocage, voici une suggestion de boucle empruntant en majorité l’itinéraire balisé mais proposant des variantes entre Mormaison, Saint André Treize Voies et Saint Sulpice le Verdon 3 départs : - Place du Pont de l’Issoire – Mormaison - Aire de loisirs de l’Ognon – St-André-Treize-Voies - Place de l’Europe – St-Sulpice-le-Verdon

Curiosities... •Church of "Notre Dame" (14th and 20th century) and its stained glass windows •Old fairground (alignment of granite stones) •Lake of the "Gué Gorand" (4 km walk around the lake, picnic areas) •"Jardin des Olfacties" (a two-hour visit through a botanical garden of 5 ha with 3 500 varieties of fragrant plants). •Castle of l’Audardière

Curiosities... •Menhir of "la Crulière" (classified historic building) also called "The Rock of the Devil" (viewpoint) 3- •Vineyard “AOC Fiefs Vendéens Brem” (wine cellars opened to the public).

•Romanesque Church of "Notre-Dame" (classified historic building, 12th century),poitevin style portal, with low-reliefs •The "Croisée Mairand" (a site of the Wars of Vendée)

Curiosities... •The Washtub of «L’Aiguillon sur Vie » •Church of "Notre Dame", entirely restored (19th century) •Picturesque areas : fountain and communal washtub, "travail à boeufs" •Lake of "le Jaunay" (pedestrian path around the lake, 40 ha of natural spaces, picnic areas) •Public Golf of "les Fontenelles" (18 hole course, practice area, restaurant).

Off to the far north! A theatrical and musical tale full of humour and poetry that's a delightful way to discover the richness of Scandinavian culture, and to come away grown up, educated and smiling! A must-see for the whole family! Venue: Salle de l'Avenir, Saint-Florent-des-Bois FREE WITH RESERVATION: my.weezevent.com/le-merveilleux-voyage-de-nils-holgersson-1 - For families aged 4 and over - Running time 45 min.

Discover the Vendée during your stay at Escale Clopinière. This house, located 14 km from La Roche sur Yon, will enable you to explore the whole of the département: the beaches of Jard sur Mer (40 km) and the Puy du Fou (54 km) await you! Beyond our borders, you can easily visit the town of La Rochelle (66 km). This house has a kitchen/living room on the ground floor and, upstairs, a lounge, a bedroom with a 160cm bed and private toilet, a dormitory room with 4 80cm beds (2 of which can be twinned), a shower room and toilet. Outside, there is a private, unenclosed terrace with garden furniture, picnic table, barbecue and deckchairs. You can also access the owner's garden and enjoy the meadow where sheep graze. There is a shared outbuilding with another gîte where you can store your bikes. The accommodation is adjoining the owner's house, close to another gîte and on the edge of the D36. Bed linen, towels and heating included.

Just a stone's throw from La Roche-sur-Yon, the capital of the Vendée, the vineyards of Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais, just 30 minutes from the famous Puy du Fou and finally Les Sables d'Olonne with its port, beaches and national forest, Yoan and Mélanie welcome you all year round, by the night or by the week, in their bohemian gypsy caravans and charming guest rooms. Spacious (25m²), the gypsy caravans are completely self-contained, with fully-equipped kitchens, luxury bathrooms and dry toilets. They are also equipped with new quality bedding. A home-made gourmet breakfast to suit your tastes will be brought to you in a basket, bed linen and bath towels will be provided and cleaning is also included in our rates. The estate extends over more than 12 hectares of lush green countryside, where you can enjoy the relaxing peace and quiet. The estate is easily accessible just off the motorway on your way to your holiday destination. A private wellness area with a professional massage and whirlpool spa, and an infrared sauna with lumino and aromatherapy, is available on reservation to complete your relaxing stay. Massages and table d'hôte meals are available on request. At the heart of the property lies a 2.5-hectare fish pond, a wonderful observatory for the wildlife and flora it supports. Fishing enthusiasts will be delighted! Young and old alike will have the pleasure of meeting the faithful horses on a horse ride. If you're a keen walker, horse rider or cyclist, the footpaths and cycle paths just outside the property will take you on a tour of the fabulous Yon Valley and our beautiful region.

Just a stone's throw from La Roche-sur-Yon, the capital of the Vendée, and close to the Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais vineyards, Mélanie and Yoan welcome you all year round to their verdant, rejuvenating setting, for an authentic getaway between beaches, national forest and iconic sites: the Puy du Fou and Les Sables d'Olonne are just 30 minutes away! Charming, unusual accommodation on an estate of over 12 hectares of unspoilt nature, with a choice of : Cosy guest rooms in a Napoleonic dwelling, Or bohemian gypsy caravans, spacious (25 m²) and completely independent, with : Fully equipped kitchen Comfortable bathroom Dry toilet New quality bedding A homemade gourmet breakfast, tailored to your tastes, will be delivered to you in a pretty hamper. Bed linen, towels and cleaning are included for a carefree stay. Our accommodation is easily accessible, just a stone's throw from the motorway exit, perfect for a stopover or an extended holiday. Wellness & nature: a timeless break in our private wellness area, by prior arrangement, including : A professional massage and whirlpool spa An infrared sauna with light and aromatherapy And to complete your stay, you can book a massage or a meal at the table d'hôtes. Nature, relaxation and discovery for all at the heart of the property: a 2.5 ha fish pond, a haven for wildlife - ideal for fishing and observation enthusiasts. Young and old alike will be delighted to meet our horses and go on horseback rides through the Vendée countryside. For walkers, cyclists and horse riders: footpaths and cycle paths leave directly from the estate, leading to the fabulous Vallée de l'Yon and the region's natural treasures. Whether you're looking for adventure, peace and quiet or just a break from it all, our estate promises you a holiday that's 100% nature, comfort and well-being, in complete simplicity. Book directly via their website to benefit from the best price guaranteed!

Renovated outbuilding located in the village, close to the owners' accommodation. Ground floor: living room (fireplace)/kitchen, WC (washbasin). First floor: bedroom 1 (2 x 90cm beds), WC, bathroom, bedroom 2 (1 x 160cm bed, shower room). Wifi access. Partially enclosed 5,000 m² property with 2,000 m² private area bordered by a small stream, gravelled terrace (garden furniture, plancha). Independent entrance and garden. Swimming pool (12x3.3m) shared with the owner, open from mid-June to mid-September. Yon Valley 2 km away. Optional extra: End-of-stay cleaning: 65€/stay; Sheet hire for 1 person: 15€/stay; Sheet hire for 2 persons: 20€/stay; Towel hire: 12€/pers/stay. Additional charges: Tourist tax: Geothermal heating (heat pump) 2023: 12.00€/day (to be paid on site) - 2024: 10€/day (to be paid on site); Fireplace: The owner provides the wood. The 1st fire is free.

This guest house, located in the commune of Le Tablier (23 rue Principale), 230 m from the village, is recommended by the 2025 Routard guide and offers 3 double bedrooms. One room located in the owners' house (1 bed 160) on the first floor: a shower room and separate WC, a sitting area and a private terrace-balcony. In the renovated barn (below the guest house), 2 double bedrooms (1 double bed (160cm) each) with en-suite shower rooms and separate WCs. On the mezzanine floor, a relaxation area with sofa and outside a private terrace. The improved breakfast (organic and local produce) is served in the owners' house. You will also have access to the swimming pool, heated from 1/06 to 15/09 (4.2x4.2m, with counter-current swimming) and the spa (3 places). Also available: relaxation area and library. Private car park. Tourist tax extra. Leisure activities: Chaos de Piquet 6 km away (river and hiking trails).

Gîte located in the countryside, 35 km from Jard-sur-Mer, 39 km from La Tranche sur Mer and 65 km from Le Puy du Fou. The house, converted from an old barn, comprises a living room/kitchen on the ground floor, a bedroom (1 double bed), a shower room, a WC (adapted for disabled access) and a storage room. Upstairs, a mezzanine (2 single beds), a bedroom (1 double bed) and a shower room/WC. Wifi internet access. Outside, a shaded terrace (table and chairs, barbecue, deckchairs) and 500m² of gravelled land. The accommodation is located on the owners' farm (rabbits), and adjoins a future gîte still under construction. Bed linen provided, beds made on arrival, towels provided. Optional: cleaning package: €65/stay. In addition: Tourist tax: heating based on electricity meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh/day for current consumption) to be paid to the owner.

Wheat flour (1kg per batch of 10kg, 25kg) Place of sale : At the farm from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm

Organic farming on a 21 ha farm (12 animals). Processing of wheat into flour and bread. Products Wheat 25 kg and 5 kg, Flour 2 kg, 1 kg, 700g Breads, raisin bread, hazelnuts, sesame, linen Natural sourdough bread speciality baked over a wood fire

Products: semi-wholemeal on grindstone, bread sourdough baked in wood: classic (700g, 1 or 2 kg), special (500g) (raisin / nut, sesame, flax, multi-seeds ) or spelts (500g / 1kg) cake. Operation of 30 ha, 10 ha of cereals (wheat, spelled) into flour and bread, 13 suckler cows. educational farm and farm camping. Places of Sale: At the farm on Thursday and Friday evening from 18h, AMAP Breuil-Chaussee, Farm shop: "In Farmer bag" Les Herbiers and "La ferme du Bignon 'in La Verrie, Biocoop Bressuire Friday and Saturday and at Cholet on Saturday (manufacture)

Products: rape honey, sunflower, acacia, chestnut or all flowers in pots of 250 g or 500 g whole year. 20 hives. Places of sale: by appointment at home Cerizay weekly market on Saturday morning. Free tasting possible.

A 15th century lodging, surrounded by moats, with an interior court and garden, orchard and vegetable garden.

Farm on 1.20 ha, in conversion to organic farming, basket making course on the farm. Products: Wicker, Basketry (baskets, baskets ...) All year round Places of sale : At the farm by appointment, on the Internet

These locks constitute a remarkable hydraulic junction. It is the point of convergence of the main rivers of the Marais Poitevin where Deux-Sèvres, Charente-Maritime and Vendée meet. Several locks form this exceptional and ingenious hydraulic junction allowing the management of water in the Marais. You will find in Bazoin the only pier allowing to make the junction between the Charente-Maritime and the wet marsh (Venise Verte).

50 hives. Products: Honey and Gingerbread sale Locations: Farmers markets and supermarkets.

The Saint Mesmin Castle, in Saint André sur Sèvre, is a XIVth century medieval fortress to which an imposing XVth century dungeon, with its 28 metre high walls has been added. An invitation to daily medieval life which reveals itself more subtle and refined than one could imagine. This fortress, a listed building since 1993, offers daily animations throughout July and August for an unusual discovery of the place: workshops for children and adults.

With traditional dishes revisited and attentive service, it's the ideal place for a meal with friends, family or on business. Le P'tit Florentais, located in Rives-de-l'Yon, offers you an authentic culinary experience with homemade dishes made from quality local produce. In a warm and relaxed setting, you can enjoy a varied menu combining tradition and creativity. Whether it's for a business lunch, a family dinner or a meal with friends, our restaurant offers attentive service and a pleasant atmosphere for every occasion. Come and enjoy gourmet moments at Le P'tit Florentais, where every dish is an invitation to discovery.

An exceptional natural setting, a refreshing stop-off by the footpaths (whether you're on foot, bike or horseback), at the gateway to the "Fiefs Vendéens" vineyards, close to the Maison des Libellules and the lookout point over the Yon valley. It's a venue for concerts, dinner-concerts and Saturday night dances... It's also a venue for exhibitions on request. Charcoal grills, meat and fish, specialities such as grilled eels, frogs' legs and fried food. Dinner concerts and accordion evenings from the end of June. Saturdays in high season from 7.15pm: you can dine, sing and dance to the music of yesterday and today, outdoors if the weather permits or in the restaurant. High and low season: service starts at 12.15pm and 7.15pm.

Located in the heart of Thorigny (85), Chez Nini is a working-class restaurant that combines simplicity, quality and conviviality. Here, the emphasis is on authenticity: every day, generous home cooking awaits you, with a daily menu that changes according to the chef's inspiration and the freshness of the produce. Savoury meats, dishes simmered just like at home, crispy chips and gourmet desserts make up an offer designed to satisfy appetites in a hurry... and demanding ones! Chez Nini also boasts a warm atmosphere, where regulars meet passing visitors in a simple but welcoming setting. The service is fast and always with a smile, and the prices are affordable for everyone. It's the ideal address for an efficient lunch break without sacrificing quality or pleasure. Whether you're a craftsman, an employee, a businessman or just passing through, Chez Nini offers you a real moment of relaxation over a good meal. Come as you are, leave satisfied and delighted. A working-class menu from Monday to Friday, lunchtime only, at €14.90. Burger night on Tuesday evenings and pizzas at weekends.

Fresh, home-made products. Pleasant terrace overlooking the golf course. No menus - choice à la carte only.

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A 1901 association set up on 5 March 2025 by Yonnais producers with the aim of promoting their products and organising markets for local consumption. With the aim of eating well and consuming local, quality produce, les tablées des producteurs yonnais is an association that promotes French-style gastronomic values with conviviality, joy and festivity. Next event on 04 July 2025, from 5pm to 9pm, at the séchoir de Fab, 20 Rue Watt: - Farmers' and designers' market - Musical atmosphere with games for all - Tombola with lots of prizes to be won from 7.30 pm : - Producers' meal

In the cosy setting of a charming bourgeois house, by the fire or on the terrace, enjoy traditional cuisine with a 3-course/3-course/3-dessert menu, or home-made burgers. Pizza to take away or on the premises.

Quiet house in the countryside

Domaine de la Rigalière has several function rooms for wedding receptions. The large reception room can accommodate up to 150 guests, while the smaller reception room can accommodate up to 50. Accommodation is available for up to 40 guests, including bed linen.

This typical Vendée house offers around 80 m2 of living space, comprising on the ground floor a kitchen/dining room (25 m2) with access to a terrace and a vast garden with trees (1000 m2), extended by a dominant meadow of 4500 m2. Upstairs, there is a lounge (16m2), a master bedroom (14m2) with en suite shower room and wc, a 2nd bedroom (25m2) with en suite shower room and separate wc. The 25m2 bedroom can be configured to sleep 4 single beds or 1 queen-size double bed and 2 single beds. Terrace with deckchairs and garden furniture. Barbecue. Cot and booster seat available on request. Bed linen and towels provided. Rated 3*** by ADéQUAT Vendée.

Discover the Vendée during your stay at Escale Clopinière. This house, located 14 km from La Roche sur Yon, will enable you to explore the whole of the département: the beaches of Jard sur Mer (40 km) and the Puy du Fou (54 km) await you! Beyond our borders, you can easily visit the town of La Rochelle (66 km). This house has a kitchen/living room on the ground floor and, upstairs, a lounge, a bedroom with a 160cm bed and private toilet, a dormitory room with 4 80cm beds (2 of which can be twinned), a shower room and toilet. Outside, there is a private, unenclosed terrace with garden furniture, picnic table, barbecue and deckchairs. You can also access the owner's garden and enjoy the meadow where sheep graze. There is a shared outbuilding with another gîte where you can store your bikes. The accommodation is adjoining the owner's house, close to another gîte and on the edge of the D36. Bed linen, towels and heating included.

The converted barn next to our accommodation provides the ideal setting for a relaxing break. It can accommodate 2 to 6 people, whether for a weekend or a longer stay. This gîte, in the heart of a peaceful setting, is perfect for recharging your batteries and taking full advantage of the surrounding countryside. On one level, the gîte has a bright and pleasant living room, with a fully equipped kitchen including : Oven, fridge, coffee machine, kettle, dishwasher, microwave, induction hob and washing machine. You'll also find plenty of storage space and all the crockery you need to prepare your meals with ease. The gîte has two spacious bedrooms, each equipped for your comfort: 1 double bed (140 x 190 cm) 1 single bed (90 x 190 cm) Private bathroom and WC Cupboard and chairs for added comfort and storage. To make your stay even more enjoyable, there's a relaxation and leisure area for all ages: A large games room with table football, table tennis, board games and a comfortable summer sitting area, ideal for getting together with family or friends. This area opens directly onto the garden, with an uninterrupted view of the surrounding countryside, ideal for relaxing and getting away from it all. Outside, a private terrace awaits you, with garden furniture, sun loungers and a barbecue for al fresco dining. Whether you're coming for a short break or a longer stay, the gîte de l'ancienne grange is the perfect place to relax for the whole family or a group of friends.

Just 200 m from the centre of l'Île d'Olonne and close to the cycle paths and salt marshes, this bright new single-storey house welcomes you for a stay between land and sea. Just 5 km from Sauveterre beach and 9 km from Les Sables-d'Olonne, this is the ideal location for exploring the Vendée coast while enjoying the peace and quiet of a charming village. Spacious, bright living room with lounge, dining room and fitted kitchen Three comfortable bedrooms: 1 bedroom with 160x200cm bed 1 bedroom with bed 140x190, private shower and washbasin 1 bedroom with two 90x190 beds Shower room with WC + separate WC Private garage (1 car) with washing machine Free Wi-Fi connection Terrace with garden furniture for al fresco dining, private garden and petanque area for socialising. Gîte located close to the owners' house and another accommodation, in a quiet and welcoming environment. Between bike rides, lazing on the beach, discovering the marshes and getting away from it all in Sables-d'Olonne, this house is the perfect base for a holiday with family or friends, at the pace of nature in the Vendée.

Just a stone's throw from La Roche-sur-Yon, the capital of the Vendée, the vineyards of Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais, just 30 minutes from the famous Puy du Fou and finally Les Sables d'Olonne with its port, beaches and national forest, Yoan and Mélanie welcome you all year round, by the night or by the week, in their bohemian gypsy caravans and charming guest rooms. Spacious (25m²), the gypsy caravans are completely self-contained, with fully-equipped kitchens, luxury bathrooms and dry toilets. They are also equipped with new quality bedding. A home-made gourmet breakfast to suit your tastes will be brought to you in a basket, bed linen and bath towels will be provided and cleaning is also included in our rates. The estate extends over more than 12 hectares of lush green countryside, where you can enjoy the relaxing peace and quiet. The estate is easily accessible just off the motorway on your way to your holiday destination. A private wellness area with a professional massage and whirlpool spa, and an infrared sauna with lumino and aromatherapy, is available on reservation to complete your relaxing stay. Massages and table d'hôte meals are available on request. At the heart of the property lies a 2.5-hectare fish pond, a wonderful observatory for the wildlife and flora it supports. Fishing enthusiasts will be delighted! Young and old alike will have the pleasure of meeting the faithful horses on a horse ride. If you're a keen walker, horse rider or cyclist, the footpaths and cycle paths just outside the property will take you on a tour of the fabulous Yon Valley and our beautiful region.

Just a stone's throw from La Roche-sur-Yon, the capital of the Vendée, and close to the Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais vineyards, Mélanie and Yoan welcome you all year round to their verdant, rejuvenating setting, for an authentic getaway between beaches, national forest and iconic sites: the Puy du Fou and Les Sables d'Olonne are just 30 minutes away! Charming, unusual accommodation on an estate of over 12 hectares of unspoilt nature, with a choice of : Cosy guest rooms in a Napoleonic dwelling, Or bohemian gypsy caravans, spacious (25 m²) and completely independent, with : Fully equipped kitchen Comfortable bathroom Dry toilet New quality bedding A homemade gourmet breakfast, tailored to your tastes, will be delivered to you in a pretty hamper. Bed linen, towels and cleaning are included for a carefree stay. Our accommodation is easily accessible, just a stone's throw from the motorway exit, perfect for a stopover or an extended holiday. Wellness & nature: a timeless break in our private wellness area, by prior arrangement, including : A professional massage and whirlpool spa An infrared sauna with light and aromatherapy And to complete your stay, you can book a massage or a meal at the table d'hôtes. Nature, relaxation and discovery for all at the heart of the property: a 2.5 ha fish pond, a haven for wildlife - ideal for fishing and observation enthusiasts. Young and old alike will be delighted to meet our horses and go on horseback rides through the Vendée countryside. For walkers, cyclists and horse riders: footpaths and cycle paths leave directly from the estate, leading to the fabulous Vallée de l'Yon and the region's natural treasures. Whether you're looking for adventure, peace and quiet or just a break from it all, our estate promises you a holiday that's 100% nature, comfort and well-being, in complete simplicity. Book directly via their website to benefit from the best price guaranteed!

Traditional mongolian yurts with mongolian furniture, one double bed and 2 to 4 single beds, situated on an 8000 m2 property with trees and in a peaceful natural setting. we provide a communal living area with a fully equipped kitchen and a sanitary block with two showers and double washbasins as well as two separate toilets, a large terrace with furniture and a barbecue. the communal room has a large farm table and a lounge area with music, a library and an antique pinball machine. there's also a swimming pool, treated with salt without chlorine and heated with solar energy. and last but not least, you'll be living with our chickens and goats in a closed enclosure. private car park