Beaches, bike tracks and Puy du Fou
Attractions near La Petite Guyonnière
Ideas for days out in Vendée and the surrounding region. Some are literally on the doorstep, whilst others are further away. All are worth the drive.
Close to home
Cycling, Walking or Running
From the front door
Endless quiet country lanes, varied terrain and forestry blocks straight from the gate. Over 1,800 km of dedicated cycle tracks and trails. Vendée Vélo has downloadable route maps and GPS files. We provide secure storage and pressure washing for your bikes.
Lac d'Apremont & KS Water Park
10 minutes - Apremont
The largest lake in the Vendée, with open-water swimming from the man-made beach. Also wakeboarding with private or group instruction, a floating aqua park and paddle polo.
Yoga with Magdi
By the pool or in the studio in Apremont
A highly professional teacher who tailors each session to your needs and skill level, in English or French.
Canoeing
From the front door
Endless quiet country lanes, varied terrain and forestry blocks straight from the gate.
In the local Villages
Worth the drive
Puy du Fou
1 hour - 80 km
Simply the best park in the world. Two thousand years of history brought to life — a memorable experience unique to the Vendée. Our personal record is four visits in one season.
Le Grande Defí
15 minutes - 18 km
The largest park of its kind in the world at Saint Julien des Landes: treetop trails, paintball, laser quest, zip wires and a 2,760 m² aquapark.
Challans Market
12minutes - 15 km
Weekly market in the town centre, every Tuesday. The food hall is amazing.
Atlantic Beaches
30 to 40 mins (28-33 km)
160 km of wide sandy beaches in the Vendée alone. St Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (28 km) for calm, St Jean-de-Monts (33 km) for hustle and bustle. If you prefer "chic" drive a little further to Les Sable d'Olonne.
O'Gliss Water Park
46 minutes
The largest park of it's kind in France. Six individual areas offering relaxation and excitement for every age group.
Golf
18 minutes and onwards
Twelve courses within a 60 km drive. The closest, Les Fontenelles, is only 18 minutes away.