Discover Notre-dame-de-riez, jewel of the Vendée

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 "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"

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 "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”

Curiosties... •Church of "Saint Reverend" (19th century), Treasure of the Church (bells, monstrance…) •Windmill of "les Gourmands" (old windmill built in 1842) •"Roseraie de Vendée" (950 varieties on 3 ha with 8 000 rose trees). •The refuge of father “Petiot” •The bocage and the its sunken roads

Curiosities... •Church of "Saint Reverend" (19th century), Treasure of the Church (bells, monstrance…) •Windmill of "les Gourmands" (old windmill built in 1842) •"Roseraie de Vendée" (950 varieties on 3 ha with 8 000 rose trees). •The refuge of father “Petiot” •The bocage and the its sunken roads

Curiosites... •Church of "Saint Jean Baptiste" (19th and 20th century) •The castle of “Beaumarchais” 2- • In the discovery of the Swamps of “Jaunay“ 1- •The “Jaunay” bridge 3- •House of the Court (former manor house with a 17th century entrance, summer exhibitions) 4- •Archaeological Crypt (Merovingian and medieval burials). •Both sides of “Le Jaunay” 5- •The “David” cross 6-

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).

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

Old farmhouse renovated in 2003, close to the owner's home, 500 m from the centre of the village. Ground floor: living room/lounge/kitchenette, shower room, wc, 3 bedrooms (1 double bed) (2 single beds) (1 double bed), shower room/wc. Limited telephone service. Wifi internet access. Carport. 2000 m² grounds (garden furniture, barbecue, swing set), small enclosed private pond on site (fishing possible). Options : End-of-stay cleaning: €40/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. Additional charges: Oil-fired central heating: 10€/day (to be paid to the owner), Visitor's tax.

Ideally situated by the sea in the Vendée between 2 seaside resorts, 10 minutes from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and Saint-Jean-de-Monts, La Marzelle campsite is located in the commune of Saint Hilaire de Riez. 14 km of beaches to discover! Take advantage of the campsite's heated indoor swimming pool, play areas and petanque area. We offer you a relaxing and peaceful holiday close to nature with very modern, comfortable mobile homes. Perfect for getting together with family or friends.

Located close to Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and just a few kilometres from the beaches, Domaine La Fonteclose **** opens its doors to you in the heart of a calm, family-friendly residential environment. Come and discover this superb site, where we have everything you need to enjoy yourself and relax. Take a dip in our indoor swimming pool and soak up the sun in the jacuzzi or have fun on the waterslide. Even the little ones can have fun in the paddling pool. A host of facilities, including a pétanque court, multi-sports pitch and playground, are available to help you have a great time. Take the time to relax with friends or family in our bar, snack restaurant and choose what takes your fancy, open in July and August. Entertainment for all the family is organised during the summer.

We welcome you to our comfortable mobile homes in a green setting just 5 km from the beaches of Saint Hilaire de Riez and Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. You can relax by our beautiful aquatic area with its indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and children's paddling pool. Enjoy the restaurant and its lively, original evenings. Summer atmosphere guaranteed.

We welcome you all year round to our "Cap l'Océan" guest rooms on the outskirts of Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. We offer 2 independent guest rooms, all very well equipped: private bathroom and toilet, hairdryer, welcome products, air conditioning, television, courtesy tray with tea and coffee, free wifi. Rooms with PRM access. Each room has a private terrace with garden furniture and sun loungers. Hearty breakfasts with fresh, home-made products. Wide choice of homemade jams, homemade salted butter caramel, homemade spreads and a variety of homemade breads, pastries and cakes (pancakes, cookies, muffins, brownies, etc.), freshly squeezed orange juice. We have a fully-equipped kitchenette with hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and all you need to cook and enjoy your meals. Outside, there is a terrace with a pergola where you can enjoy your breakfast or meals outside when the weather is fine. Terrace with barbecue. Heated 8 x 4 m outdoor swimming pool (open from around mid-May to the end of September), with sun loungers, inflatable games and pool toys. Garden area with petanque area, children's play area (sandpit, slide). Board games, badminton rackets, boules and molkky available. Private, secure car park. Dogs welcome (on request). We provide all the comforts you need for a pleasant stay in our guest rooms, in a relaxed, family atmosphere.

Detached house dating from the 60s, renovated in 2021 and fitted out for 4 people with private jacuzzi for ideal family time. On the same level, you will find a living room/kitchen, a storeroom, a lounge, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed 160) (2 twin beds 90), a shower room and a WC. Outside, there is a private enclosed area with a terrace of around 20m² (garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs). The gîte is located right next to the owners' campsite. Authorised access to campsite facilities: heated swimming pool (6.8x12.8m, open from 1/04 to 1/11), children's play area, games room, entertainment (in summer). Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €80/stay; Single or double bed linen hire: €10/stay; Bathroom linen hire: €5/stay. Additional charges: Heating on individual meter reading (deduction of 8kWh per day for current consumption), tourist tax.

Discovering white gold. The salt marshes, which have been man-made since the 7th century, bear witness to the intense activity that until recently surrounded the harvesting of "white gold". The rehabilitation of former salt marshes in the lower Vie valley has revived salt production since the 1990s. LES MARAIS SALANTS DE LA VIE: a picturesque discovery in the heart of the marshes, allowing you to understand the work of the salt worker and admire the traditional gestures he carries out on a daily basis. The fauna and flora of this natural territory made up of land and water are also presented to you during your visit, which ends, if you wish, with a tasty tasting of Vie salt. 1h30 guided tour, booking strongly advised. June to September: Monday to Friday (different times in July and August) Tour times and booking on www.sainthilairederiez.fr (Discover > The Vie salt marshes) English tours: July and August: Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Booking advised.

With Branche the puppet, your children will discover the colours Charles Milcendeau used in his works... and how he mixed them! This event includes 1 free accompanying adult per child. Any additional accompanying adult will be refused access to the workshop. This appointment does not include a full tour of the museum. Children aged 3 to 5 - booking required

Bridge near the small canal

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

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

Born from the whims of the relief and the fervour of an Abbot, it makes its appearance at the bend in the path that climbs to the Chapelle Largeau. Like a guide or a lighthouse, soothing by its serene presence, and so eternal: the Chapel of Saint Joseph stands at the top of the Ouin Valley. The traveller may be astonished, moved or meditate in front of this majesty. It proudly dominates this valley, at the bottom of which, the river Ouin, runs alongside, meanders and separates, sometimes the Maine et Loire, the Vendée or the Deux Sèvres. At the height of the trilogy, the parish itself was, over the centuries, under the dependence of three dioceses: Maillezais, La Rochelle and Poitiers! »

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

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

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.

Products: pig coin box or retail, custom, canned (rillettes, pâté). Operation of 23 ha (30 sows). Groups welcome. Point of sale: In order to farm, AMAP Breuil-Chaussee, and Cerizay Moncoutant, Proxi store in Mauleon and Biocoop store Bressuire.

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

The chef's speciality: Margate blanquette. Another of the restaurant's specialities is fresh local produce cooked on an authentic Spanish plancha. An invitation to come and rediscover the true flavours of our region as a couple, with friends or with the kids. INFORMATION COVID-19 Reopening on 19 June 2020. Slate only (reduced menu). Health measures : Hydro-alcoholic gel available Reservation required Tables 1 metre apart.

The QG restaurant, located on the 1st floor of the casino, offers a breathtaking view of the city, creating a unique atmosphere for your meals. Open every day for lunch and dinner, it offers generous, traditional cuisine under the direction of chef Florian Lamelot. The restaurant is open to all, no ID required.

Working-class family restaurant open for lunch from Monday to Friday. Conviviality, sharing, traditional French cuisine. Lunchtime service 12pm/14pm. Reservations recommended. (1st service 12h and 2nd service 13h15) We offer a buffet of starters, a choice of 6 main courses, a dessert buffet, 1/4 bottle of wine and coffee, at an average price of €15.90. During the summer, a shaded or sunny terrace is available (from April to October, weather permitting). Opening hours 8h/16h With pleasure !!!!

Fast food restaurant offering burger and chips menus, desserts and milkshakes.

All our dishes are made with fresh produce, with suggestions to suit the seasons. 80% of our dishes are made to order. A team dedicated to your well-being and comfort.

Jules & John brings together a bakery and a takeaway and on-site restaurant in one place. Visitors can find breads, pastries, burgers, salads and options for gourmet breaks throughout the day. The establishment is located close to the town centre and the port, making it a convenient stop-off point during a visit to Saint Gilles Croix De Vie.

L'Oriental Xpress is a restaurant offering Moroccan-inspired cuisine with a French twist. At lunchtime on weekdays, you'll also be offered culinary stops along the route of an imaginary train (the Oriental Xpress), making a different stop every week: Barcelona, Lyon, Milan, Athens or Istanbul, offering customers a dish of the day featuring Mediterranean or traditional French cuisine. An extensive wine list, featuring French (including grands crus), Moroccan and Lebanese wines at all price points, should provide something for everyone. An air-conditioned dining room with a refined, sophisticated decor inspired by the Orient Express and Moroccan style awaits you. OPEN FOR St Sylvester's Eve (Menu at the bottom of the page in PDF format)

Florence and Hervé warmly welcome you to their family-run restaurant, serving traditional cuisine.

Old farmhouse renovated in 2003, close to the owner's home, 500 m from the centre of the village. Ground floor: living room/lounge/kitchenette, shower room, wc, 3 bedrooms (1 double bed) (2 single beds) (1 double bed), shower room/wc. Limited telephone service. Wifi internet access. Carport. 2000 m² grounds (garden furniture, barbecue, swing set), small enclosed private pond on site (fishing possible). Options : End-of-stay cleaning: €40/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. Additional charges: Oil-fired central heating: 10€/day (to be paid to the owner), Visitor's tax.

Treat yourself to a moment of conviviality and get to know the other residents. Relax by our heated swimming pool and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding area. Discover our beautiful region through the seasons and admire its many-sided landscapes. There's so much to do in the Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie area.

Opening of 37 high comfort mobile homes emplacements from spring 2025. Located 8 km from the beaches of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, this family campsite ensures your comfort and offers activities adapted to everyone. Warm and unspoiled resort, it offers you a colorful and unforgettable holiday.

In the peace and quiet of the countryside, 7 km from the beaches and 5 km from the shops. We welcome you to our Vendée house. Our rooms have en-suite bathrooms and WCs, and each has its own private entrance. The price includes breakfast. Summer kitchen available. Bicycles available. Cot available. Extra bed available on request. 75 € / night, but the rate drops to 70 € / night from 2 nights booked.

Discover the pleasures and beauty of the Vendée by staying at your Les Vallées campsite in the seaside resort of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. We welcome you to a natural setting, untouched by tourist development, close to the Atlantic and the salt marshes. If you're looking for a quiet, friendly place in a natural setting, the 2-star Les Vallées campsite is the place for you. Just 500 m from the campsite are two rivers: the Ligneron, a freshwater river, and La Vie, a saltwater river, so both freshwater and saltwater anglers will find something to suit them right next to the campsite. 1.3 km from the shops and just 10 minutes from the beaches of Saint Gilles Croix de Vie or Saint Hilaire de Riez. On-site facilities include a heated swimming pool, washing machine and tumble dryer (€), free Wi-Fi, a playground (trampoline, table tennis, boules, etc.) and a children's playground.

Open and paying all year round, 24 hours a day 7km from the sea 5 km from the town centre 10 pitches Water and drainage available From 1 June to 30 September, stays are limited to 96 hours (4 days). Outside this period there is no time limit.

Ideally situated by the sea in the Vendée between 2 seaside resorts, 10 minutes from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and Saint-Jean-de-Monts, La Marzelle campsite is located in the commune of Saint Hilaire de Riez. 14 km of beaches to discover! Take advantage of the campsite's heated indoor swimming pool, play areas and petanque area. We offer you a relaxing and peaceful holiday close to nature with very modern, comfortable mobile homes. Perfect for getting together with family or friends.

Located close to Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and just a few kilometres from the beaches, Domaine La Fonteclose **** opens its doors to you in the heart of a calm, family-friendly residential environment. Come and discover this superb site, where we have everything you need to enjoy yourself and relax. Take a dip in our indoor swimming pool and soak up the sun in the jacuzzi or have fun on the waterslide. Even the little ones can have fun in the paddling pool. A host of facilities, including a pétanque court, multi-sports pitch and playground, are available to help you have a great time. Take the time to relax with friends or family in our bar, snack restaurant and choose what takes your fancy, open in July and August. Entertainment for all the family is organised during the summer.