Holiday homes & rentals in Vendee

With plenty of traditional stone properties including farmhouses, gîtes and villas with pools, a holiday letting in the Vendée offers a great deal of choice.

Cuisine and gastronomy

The marine influence can be found in the region's cuisine, with seafood such as sardines, sole, bass and shellfish providing the basis for the region's cuisine. Oyster farms are plentiful along the coastline and the region produces thousands of tonnes of them each year.

The south of the Vendée is known for its wines, which provide the perfect accompaniment when sampling local dishes.

Weather and climate

With its location on the Atlantic coast, the Vendée is fortunate to have its own micro-climate which means that it has some of the sunniest weather in France, equivalent to conditions that might be found on the French Riviera. The summer months can often see temperatures getting into the 30s and frequently there are over 10 hours of sunshine a day.

Thanks to the Gulf Stream the winter months don't get particularly cold, with average temperatures of 5°c at around the turn of the year. During this time when the region is at its wettest but conditions are rarely severe.

Places of interest in the Vendée

Puy du Fou

The second most popular theme park in France, this historical attraction tells the fictional story of a Vendée family from the Middle Ages to the present day. With recreations of scenes from different eras of history, Puy du Fou provides an entertaining and educational experience for the whole family.

Ile d'Yeu

Located 20km off the coast of the Vendée, this island offers beautiful and wild landscapes. With different activites from scuba diving, cliff diving, kayaking and cycling complemented by beautiful panoramic views visitors have no shortage of options.

Passage du Gois

A 4km passage which links Ile de Noirmoutier to the Vendée, the Passage du Gois is only traversable at low tide. SInce 1971 there has been a bridge which has been a more reliable alternative to crossing the water but the unique nature of the Passage makes it a popular local attraction.

Chateau de Tiffauges

Situated inland, this medieval castle, which was reputedly the home of the notorious Bluebeard, has only recently begun to welcome visitors. Here travellers can take part in Medieval festivals and shows that give provide a flavour of how life was in the Middle Ages.

Zoo des Sables

Not far from the beaches of Sables-d'Olonee is this zoo which provides a home to 40 different spieces of animal from big cats to reptiles. As an eco zoo, it houses many endangered animals in an environment that is as close as possible to their natural habitat.

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