Where to practice an individual sport Vendée

A passionate and competent professional! Fishing trips that are user friendly and'never void ', in accordance with the name of its website! David Dousset takes you fishing the Ocean offshore or surfcasting, guides you also in fresh water to the lures, in Pescalis (pike, tanches, perch…). You will traquerez with the bars and small or even, new 2011, the tuna between the island of Ré and the island of Yeu, depending on the weather. You leave half a day, one day for fishing hours not stop to one or two fishermen. David also offers stays from 2 to 7 days!

This associaiton is the tenant of two public cantonnements: Des locks (Saint Gilles-Croix-de-Vie) at the Jaunay Bridge; From the Valley Dam (Le Fenouiller) to the Pas Opton, and various lots on the Jaunay upstream of the "Petit Pont" (private box), on the route of Saint-Gilles-croix-de-Vie in Brétignoles-sur-Mer, including land belonging to the company. For easy access to the river Le, the friendly fishermen of the Jaunay and the Low Life propose its land located in the municipality of Givrand. You can go to the river by car, park easily and picnic in the shade. In order to access the Départementale (Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie - Les Sables d'Olonne) at the roundabout, take direction Givrand and then turn on the rue des Moguls in the direction of poplars.

The Vendée Federation for Fisheries and the Protection of the Aquatic Environment, which comprises 39 approved fishing associations, makes available to fishermen more than 4 500 km of water and 1 400 ha of reservoir restraint lakes. The presence close to the sea and the low elevation of the level explain that there are no first-class rivers in Vendée where all waters are classified as second class. From the fisherman to the predator of the predator, the Vendée offers you many rivers with a remarkable fish richness. One can cite the Lecourbe Nantes, Life which joins the ocean in St. Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, the Lay, the Vendée, the Lecourbe Niortaise and several lakes. These reservoir reservoir lakes are intended for the production of drinking water, and fishing activity is only one use among others.

Welcome to the charming tourist resort of Fromentine! At the beginning of the train station, this family-run promenade combines nature and culture. All along the trail, panels trace the history of the commune. The journey, which is shaded, is moving first in the centre of the village, and is moving away from the coastline, offering you the passage of beautiful perspectives on the bay of Bourgneuf. At low tide you can even see the passage from Gois, which links the continent to the island of Noirmoutier.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 3,6 km.

Difficulty: .

To celebrate the day of the day, the hiking federation of the Vendée has created a varied programme of hiking and itineraries on Nordic walking. Some walks will be grouped, guided and secure; the easiest will be 5 km. This is a good way to discover the beautiful vendéenne region.

Tariff: free of charge for the Licenciés de la Fédération de Randonnée de Vendée, € 2 for others, free for people under 16.

Distance: 5 km.

Departure: Meet on Sunday 9 October at 10 pm and 14 pm in the Salle Omnisports de Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche, route de Venansault.

Here, different activities on pony or horseback. On a 25-hectare site, with a covered arena, outdoor arena, competition ground and a spring garden, this equestrian farm, which has been awarded the label, offers quality infrastructures and teaching. They can also welcome people with reduced mobility, providing them with adapted equipment. In addition to lessons for all levels, the pony club (and baby pony), trekking, La Tuilerie also offers horse boarding.

This is the perfect place for hiking fans in the region. This is the right way to immerse yourself after a long and rainy winter.

Go to the sneakers and get there! On arrival, a hot meal with omelet will be served to all participants.

Tariff: 5,50 €

Distance: 8 km.

Departure: at 8 p. m. at the Holiday Committee.

Difficulty: .

Come aboard the Embrun with Frédéric Cantin, former fisherman and fishing guide on the Ile d'Yeu, and head for the Rochebonne plateau, a mythical fishing spot. Fishing trips all year round (weather permitting). He will take you to his favourite fishing spots and give you advice on how not to come back empty-handed and bring your catch home! Several trips: 4 and 5 hours for bass and pollock fishing; 6 hours for tuna fishing, 8 hours trip. Two fishing methods: with natural bait to fish for sea bream, mullet; with lures, for sea bass, pollock...

This 9-hole course is a 2600 m long par 36: three par 3s, three par 4s and three par 5s, with water hazards, bunkers and landscaped trees. Located on the bank of the Lay, between the river and the ocean, near the port, the forest and the beaches, this golf course offers a pitch and put, a 6-hole training course for discovery or improvement. There is also a driving range with 16 posts, 8 of which are covered, and a putting green. Other services: bar with terrace, restaurant, club-house, pro-shop, equipment and golfettes rental, organization of receptions

Come aboard the Aphrodite with André, who will be happy to take you to the fishing grounds in the Pertuis Breton. Bars, mackerels and mackerel are sometimes sought after, but the ride alone, the fresh air and the conviviality make the trip a very pleasant experience. You will return to the port around 1pm after having enjoyed a good snack (that you will have brought with you), accompanied by a small white wine from the captain, kindly offered, all in a good mood.

Feeling Forest and West Aventure are two entities that bring together several activities: adventure courses in the trees to be enjoyed at Feeling Forest. Nine courses are available, with varying degrees of difficulty, depending on the age of the participants. To start, you need to be at least 6 years old. Of course, everything takes place under the watchful eye of professionals, and you'll be properly harnessed. Other activities include mini-golf and an inflatable playground. The other entity, West Aventure, offers quad biking, karting on an outdoor circuit and a paintball area.

Course with state-run instructor, on twelve outdoor short-open surface surface green-set and quick. A subscription card will be issued for the year or for a temporary period. In addition, from June to September, internships of 5 days - 2 hours per day - with four trainees per short, and four to six for children, are organized, as well as videos, special and collective lessons all year for youth, adults and corporate committees.

The mini-golf is one of the favorite attractions for children, it must be said that it cultivates more the laughter than its swing. The Petit Bois mini-golf course is located a stone's throw from the Grande Plage. This 18-hole mini-golf course is ideal for a relaxing family outing before or after a day at the beach. Come and measure yourself with your family or friends in this game of skill that will delight young and old alike, since the courses are adapted for children from 6 years old.

This equestrian centre offers various equestrian activities: rides in the countryside around a lake or on the beach, pony club, hikes from one to several days, lessons, half-day to several-day courses, galloping. But also horse boarding in boxes, meadows with or without work, breaking-in with work, sale or deposit-sale of horses. Their objective is to ensure you a relaxed holiday by initiating you or perfecting you, in complete safety.

This association offers hikes from 1 to 7 days. At the start, you will be shown how to harness and harness your brave Percheron. You are accompanied by a leader on the first morning. You have a map with the 1/25 000e, as well as the coordinates of all the relays. The caravan is designed to accommodate 4 to 6 people, with cooking facilities. At each stopover, in the evening, you have the possibility to take a shower. The itineraries are on small, little-used roads.

This club offers leisure riding in the form of outings in the forest, on the beach or in the marshes, but also half-day or 1-day rides for groups of all levels. Also walks of 2 or 3 hours in the middle of nature. To initiate you, a discovery formula of 2 hours on horse or pony for the youngest, who can go for a walk in hand, from 3 years old. The learning curve starts at the age of 5. And, of course, you can improve your skills, prepare for gallops and dressage.

To spend an unforgettable moment of relaxation with family or friends, there's nothing like playing mini-golf! This one is located in an exceptional setting, as it is in the shady gardens of the casino. The 18-hole course reserves you a moment full of surprises and suspense. So this summer, discover the Casino des Pins mini-golf, a place of relaxation open to all young and old that is sure to amuse the whole family. The casino's miniature golf course also welcomes you in the evening for night games.

Located in the heart of the Mont des Alouettes, just a few minutes from the Puy du Fou, this new golf course will win you over with its many undulating landscapes and breathtaking views over the town of Les Herbiers. Let yourself be tempted by this 18-hole course, equipped with synthetic greens combining nature and innovation. There's also a driving range with 19 indoor and 11 outdoor stations for practicing and improving your game, day and night. And don't forget the clubhouse! And while Dad is enjoying his favorite pastime, the kids can have fun at the mini-golf course just a stone's throw away.

Between sea, marsh and forest, the La-Barre-de-Monts-de-Monts/Fromentine bicycle network offers over 30 km of trails, 10 km of which are in the forest. These trails are reserved for cyclists, or on forest trails. They also sometimes borrow small, quiet roads. The lack of gaps and security and leisure facilities (bicycle, health, picnic areas, water points, inflation areas…) make it an ideal destination for the entire family in all seasons.

From Damvix, three circuits: Vals d'Autize (33 km), des écluses (20 km), des frênes (20 km), which will take you through the wet marsh to enjoy the splendid landscapes. From Le Mazeau, the Garennes circuit (26 km) will take you to visit the characteristic ports and harbors of the region. The port of Courdault will be the starting point of the towpath circuit (16 km) which will take you along the old towpaths. The Ragondins circuit (16 km) starts in Saint-Pierre-le-Vieux and will take you on a small loop between marshes and plains.

Here are some fishing sites in the Chaillé-les-Marais region: the Dutch Belt Canal, the Vienna Canal, the Boivre Canal, La Boissière Canal, the Canal of Guinea, the Canal of the Five Abbots, the Fall canal, the La Sablière Pond on the Island of Turkey.

With its 80 km, the Lay is the longest river in Vendée. From a width of 25 to 30 m for a depth of 3 to 4 m, it is a quiet river interspersed with small dikes. The best and most accessible parts are on the Lower Lay - there are also pontoons accessible for disabled people. Among the fish that inhabit Lay: gardons, reeds, brèmes, ablettes and carp.

Discover the donkey at the farm through different activities. Various workshops: cuddles and papouilles with the donkeys, brushing, course of the motricity, visit of the exploitation, stroll in the meadow. Then, a 3-hour circuit with a pack-saddle donkey, and several rides in a cart on a 6 km route. The rides are adapted to your request (distance and duration of the course) and can welcome you alone, in family or in group; a cart can walk up to 6 people.

Situated only 3 km from Les Sables-d'Olonne, in the commune of Olonne-sur-Mer, the Golf de Pierre-Levée benefits from an exceptional location, with a panoramic view. It has been designed in the natural setting of the Vendean bocage. It stretches over a naturally undulating site with beautiful lakes. This course is attractive, reasonable, and can suit players of all levels. It has 6 covered and 20 uncovered positions, a putting green, pitching green, approach area and training bunkers. Club house.

This equestrian farm offers an hour-long walk for families and individual families, as well as for school holidays. You leave with a monitor in walking, and depending on your level, it will evaluate the type of promenade. On site, a step-by-step cottage welcomes the cavaliers.

At the entrance of Barbâtre at the roundabout next to the tourist office, this small leisure park created in the 80s can be a nice recreation for children. The activities: mini-karts circuit, little train, bumper boats, inflatable games, trampolines, outdoor bowling, table tennis, games room, and especially a mini-golf 18 holes based on the marine theme. Several games are accessible from the age of 2. On site, a fast food service, ice creams, drinks.

This equestrian centre, located in the heart of the marshes, offers horse and pony riding lessons and rides, from beginners to advanced riders. The horse or pony lessons take place in the arena, and depending on the level, can take place in the forest, the marshes... Reserved for experienced riders, 2-hour rides on the beach are organized (according to tide schedules). For children, lessons, initiation and rides are done on ponies. Pony rides of 30 min (ponies held in hand by the parents).

Located in the north of the town, a quiet and shady site that sportsmen choose for their jogging that they will finish by a passage through the health course. With its two freshwater fishing ponds, it is also a paradise for fishermen and walkers who come to take possession of the picnic tables for a little bucolic break while the children have fun on the playground. Mountain bikers also appreciate the place which offers cycle tracks. The site also has a petanque court and a beach volleyball court.

This equestrian centre offers the opportunity to discover horse riding. Qualified instructors, thanks to an adapted pedagogy, welcome beginners and experienced riders. Discover the different disciplines of horse riding for amateurs or in competition. Private lessons for all levels, horse lessons for teenagers and adults, pony and double pony lessons for the youngest, baby pony activity from 4 years old and equi-handi. Also horse boarding, they take care of the work of the horses and ponies.

La Pinède de Barbâtre is a wonderful playground for nature lovers who want to breathe a good bowl of calm air, breathing in the sweet scents of maritime pines. Ideas for walks and bike rides are available. The walking tour is 8 to 10 km round trip (about 3 hours). From the tip of the Fosse to the southern tip of the island, the path, with its gentle relief, is perfectly marked and well protected from the wind. It takes barely 5 kilometres to reach Barbâtre. You can return by the pine forest, by the fire path that runs along the houses and undulates along the edge or you can prefer to walk sheltered by the dike on the bay side to discover a completely different facet of the island of Noirmoutier. Another alternative to discover this pine forest in depth is cycling, for a hike "between Gois and forest". The trail is 23.3 km long (about 2.5 hours). On the island, several bicycle rental companies offer different ranges, including electric bicycles such as the L'Île à Vélo 12 rue du Boucaud in Noirmoutier-en-l'île

With your family or in groups of friends, come and have fun in the 4 indoor leisure areas of Playbox: 3,000^m2 of sports and leisure activities for all. On the programme: climbing with the Vertical Rock for all levels, a beach soccer, beach volleyball and sandball area (a derivative of handball on sand), at the back a badminton and squash court, and finally a section reserved for children and families, with trampolines, slides and climbing. Children can come and celebrate their birthday. A large bar area with a small restaurant.

Fishing enthusiast, embark with Sandy Potier, a passionate fisherman sailor, on board the Amiral des Côtes, an 11 m boat that can accommodate up to 12 passengers, for 5 hours of sea fishing in the Bay of Bourgneuf. Off the island of Noirmoutier, you will enjoy the boat ride while fishing. In your nets, a conger e.g. caught during a sporting fight as this fish fights, but also horse mackerel and other fish from our coasts. A convivial outing.

In the direction of "Puy-de-Serre", we discovered this pretty place where colourful fishermen's huts line the pond and make it a singular place. You will be able to fish between the fishing huts. This pond was built in 1921 for the water needs of the thermal power station of the time. Today it is a very popular place for fishing and walking. The fishermen will be able to tease roach, bream, pike-perch, carp or for more sportive fishing, black bass, more combative, which will have to be put back in the water. The cabins are private.

The ^11th edition of the Noirmoutier Island Triathlon will take place on June¹ and 2, in the communes of L'Épine, La Guérinière and Noirmoutier-en-l'île. Four event formats will take place. The queen event, with a total of 51.5 km: 1.5 km dе nаtаtіоn, 40 km dе vélо еt 10 km dе соursе à pіеd. Other courses the XS triathlon (10.5 km): 250 m dе nаtаtіоn, 8 km dе vélо еt 2 km dе cоursе to pіеd. Sprint triathlon 25.75 km; and on Sunday, cross duathlon, for kids (1.5 km еt 6.5 km).

You can reserve a court at the island's municipal tennis club, but here you'll be able to play a trendy sport from South America, Argentina in particular: padel. It's a cross between tennis and squash. It's played by 2 players on a court that's smaller than a tennis court and, above all, surrounded by walls, glass or wire mesh. Players can use the walls to send the ball over the net. Another special feature is that the rackets are made of rubber and have no strings, but are pierced with holes; and the ball is smaller in size.

This Skate Park is one of the Top 10 European Skate Parks! Built 500 m from the sea, it is in the heart of a new 8-hectare park with games for children and a petanque court. Leisure activities for all ages: while daddy is playing petanque, the children will be skating, rollerblading, BMX or scooter riding, as it is open to all these activities. Composed in two parts: a bowl part and the other one a street area, a course inspired by the street, with modules (ramp, stairs...).

Do you want to ride all year round or during your stay in the extreme south of the Vendée coast? This equestrian center, open all year round, offers rides and lessons on horseback or in pony, whether you are an experienced rider or a beginner. Different circuits, supervised by a qualified instructor, are proposed: one hour circuit, stroll on the beach, stroll in pony held in hand, accessible to the children from the age of 2 years. There are also 3-hour courses combining theory, practice and rides, for all levels.