Keeper and lemurs at Les Sables d'Olonne Zoo
Official Partner — 10% off admission

Les Sables d'Olonne Zoo , 15 km from the campground

500 animals in a wooded setting overlooking the Atlantic. Here, you’re 15 km from the zoo and 12 km from the beach, and you’ll receive a 10% discount on admission.

From the Sables Zoo
15 km · 20 min
Les Sables-d'Olonne
12 km · 15 min
3-Star Campground
La Mothe-Achard
The Zoo

500 animals facing the Atlantic Ocean

Just outside Les Sables-d’Olonne, in a wooded, rolling park, the Zoo des Sables is home to more than 500 animals representing over 80 species. Lions, giraffes, rhinos, red pandas, lemurs, reptiles: a diverse array of wildlife overlooking the ocean.

The park is designed with families in mind: stroller-friendly paths, shaded picnic areas, on-site dining, and activities during school breaks.

500+
animals
80+
species
7 ha
wooded park
Front
by the ocean
Bush dog at Les Sables d'Olonne Zoo
Why Choose Le Pavillon

The best place to stay when visiting , the Zoo des Sables

15 km from the campground, a 20-minute drive

From our place in La Mothe-Achard, the Zoo des Sables is just a 20-minute drive away. You can leave after breakfast and be back before dinner, without the hassle of a long drive.

10% off admission thanks to the partnership

When you stay with us, you’ll receive a 10% discount on tickets to the Zoo des Sables. Ask us about our rates at the front desk before your visit.

Pair this with a trip to the beach in Les Sables-d'Olonne

The zoo and the beach are in the same city. Wildlife in the morning, sand and sea in the afternoon: a full day without having to go anywhere else, just 15 km from our home.

Perfect for children of all ages

Paths accessible to strollers, picnic areas, play areas, and on-site dining. More than 500 animals in a wooded park overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Giraffes at Les Sables d'Olonne Zoo
Official Partnership

10% off your tickets to the Zoo des Sables

We are partners with the Sables d’Olonne Zoo. When you stay with us, you’ll receive a 10% discount on tickets for both adults and children. That’s a real savings on a fun outing for the whole family, just 20 minutes from the campground.

Discount available only to campground guests

Please check with the campground reception desk before your visit to the zoo. Our staff will provide you with partner rates and all the practical information you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Les Sables Zoo and Campground: Your Questions

Distance, discounts, pets, beach: everything you need to know to plan your visit.

We’re 15 km from the Les Sables d’Olonne Zoo, which is about a 20-minute drive. It’s one of the closest attractions to us—perfect for a half-day or full-day family outing.

Yes. We have a partnership with the Sables d’Olonne Zoo and offer our guests a 10% discount on admission. Please ask us about our rates at the front desk before your visit.

Yes. The zoo is in Les Sables-d’Olonne, a few kilometers from the beach. A morning at the zoo followed by an afternoon on the beach makes for the perfect family day out, especially in July and August.

The Sables d’Olonne Zoo is home to more than 500 animals representing over 80 species—including lions, giraffes, rhinos, red pandas, lemurs, reptiles, and many others—in a wooded park overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Yes. The Zoo des Sables is family-friendly for families with young children: stroller-accessible paths, picnic areas, play areas, and discounted admission for children under 3. It’s a great outing from our place.

Ready for the Zoo des Sables?

Book your stay at Le Pavillon and take advantage of our partner discount. 15 km from the zoo, 12 km from the beach: the perfect base in the Vendée.