What to do in the Vendée , near the campground?
The beaches of Les Sables d’Olonne, Puy du Fou, tree-top adventure courses, bike paths, and charming villages: from Camping Le Pavillon, the entire Vendée region is within easy reach for a day trip.
Explore the Vendée, starting from the campground
Our Le Pavillon Campground, in La Mothe-Achard, is a great starting point for exploring the Vendée. The beaches of Les Sables d’Olonne are 12 km away, the Grand Défi tree-top adventure park is 15 minutes away, and Puy du Fou is 1 hour away. Beaches, nature, parks, and historic sites: you can enjoy them all on a day trip.
The Most Beautiful Beaches in the Vendée
We are 12 km from the coast. In a few minutes, you reach the sandy beaches and the best-known resorts of the Vendée coast.
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Les Sables d'Olonne
12 km · 15 minA beach with fine sand, a lively promenade, a fishing port, and the home of the Vendée Globe.
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Brétignolles-sur-Mer
20 km · 25 minSurf spots, coves, and long, family-friendly beaches.
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Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
30 km · 35 minFishing port, famous sardines, and Boisvinet Beach.
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Noirmoutier Island
60 km · 1 hourThe Gois Causeway, the salt marshes, and the Bois de la Chaize.
Great Family Outings
Near the campground, the Vendée region is home to some of France’s most visited theme parks, including two that are partners of Camping Le Pavillon.
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Puy du Fou
1 hourVoted the world’s best theme park: spectacular shows and Cinéscénie. Partner ticketing service with special benefits.
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The Great Challenge
10 km · 15 minThe world’s largest tree-top adventure park, in Saint-Julien-des-Landes. A partner of the campground.
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O'Gliss Park
30 km · 35 minOne of the largest water parks in France, perfect for the height of summer.
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Arena Vendée
15 minA venue for performances and sporting events in Les Sables d’Olonne.
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Vendée Space
30 minLeisure and entertainment complex in Mouilleron-le-Captif.
Exploring the Vendée by Bike and on Foot
With its forests, marshes, and bike paths, the Vendée is perfect for exploring on foot or by bike, far from the crowds.
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Olonne Forest and Marshes
15 km · 20 minShaded trails, birdwatching, and family walks.
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The Vélodyssée
On siteExplore the Vendée coastline by bike along safe, well-marked bike paths.
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The Marais Poitevin
~1 hour“Green Venice”: boat rides along the canals.
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Lac du Jaunay
10 km · 15 minRecreation center and supervised swimming area in Saint-Julien-des-Landes.
Villages, Ports, and the Cultural Heritage of the Vendée
The Vendée is also home to castles, charming villages, and ports that are perfect for a day trip.
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La Roche-sur-Yon
25 km · 25 minThe Napoleonic city, its museums, and its stud farm.
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Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
20 km · 25 minThe medieval castle of Richard the Lionheart and its port.
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Apremont
30 km · 35 minA charming village with its Renaissance castle and lake.
How far is it from the campground?
The main tourist attractions in the Vendée and their distances from Camping Le Pavillon in La Mothe-Achard.
| Destination | Distance | Time |
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| Beaches of Les Sables d'Olonne | 12 km | 15 min |
| The Grand Challenge (tree-top adventure course) | 10 km | 15 min |
| Lac du Jaunay | 10 km | 15 min |
| Arena Vendée | 12 km | 15 min |
| Brétignolles-sur-Mer | 20 km | 25 min |
| Talmont-Saint-Hilaire | 20 km | 25 min |
| La Roche-sur-Yon | 25 km | 25 min |
| Vendée Space (Mouilleron-le-Captif) | 28 km | 30 min |
| Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 30 km | 35 min |
| O'Gliss Park | 30 km | 35 min |
| Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 45 km | 50 min |
| Puy du Fou | 80 km | 1 hour |
| Noirmoutier Island | 60 km | 1 hour |
Things to Do in the Vendée: Your Questions
Beaches, Puy du Fou, family outings, or things to do on rainy days: everything you need to know to plan your visits.
Close by: the beaches of Les Sables d'Olonne (12 km), Le Grand Défi tree-top adventure park, the Olonne forest and marshes, and many cycle paths. Puy du Fou is 1 hour away. The campsite's central location in Vendée makes everything easy to reach.
The nearest beach is in Les Sables d’Olonne, about 12 km from Camping Le Pavillon—a 15-minute drive. A lively seaside resort, Les Sables d’Olonne features a fine-sand beach, a boardwalk, a fishing port, and the famous Vendée Globe race.
Puy du Fou is located about 1 hour from Camping Le Pavillon. As a partner of the park, the campground offers a ticket office with special benefits to help you easily plan your day at the Grand Parc or the Cinéscénie.
Vendée is packed with family activities: beaches and swimming, tree-top adventure at Le Grand Défi, swimming at Lac du Jaunay, O'Gliss Park water park, Puy du Fou shows, bike rides on the Vélodyssée and exploring the marshes. On site, the kids' club and small-scale activities in July and August round off the programme.
On rainy days, enjoy the campground’s heated indoor pool, a trip to Puy du Fou, the museums in La Roche-sur-Yon, or a visit to the market halls and sheltered harbors along the Vendée coast. The region has no shortage of indoor activities.
Your base camp for exploring the Vendée
Book your stay at Camping Le Pavillon and set out to explore the beaches, parks, and villages of the Vendée.