
This island of 23sq km, where time appears to have stood still, is an hour’s boat-ride off the coast, going west from St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie. This little island is paradise for walkers and cyclists but has plenty of other charms. The houses are topped with pretty weather-vanes which give the impression of being bleached by the sunshine that beats down on them; the beaches and creeks give a Mediterranean feel; the pine forests mingling their scents of resin with exhilarating salty sea air. Port-Joinville, also known as Port-Breton, once enjoyed relative freedom by being exempt from duties and taxes which lead to the smuggling of salt and tobacco.
All at sea for the Vendée Globe
Celebration in the Vendée that will appeal to children and those who remained so!
The Theme park of Puy du Fou in Vendée
You will have the use of the Domaine du Revêtison, 9.50m x 4.50m, heated swimming pool. Nestled in the countryside of the Bocage Vendéen.

The Bocage Vendéen is the heart and soul of the Vendée; it is the hills and valleys. From the marshes in the south (Green Venice – Marais Poitevin), to the gates of the castle of Tiffauge in the north; there is a marriage between history and breathtaking scenery. To venture in the Bocage is to discover its rich history – follow paths or lanes deep into the countryside on foot, horseback or bike, glide through the salty mist of the marshes in a skiff, cast you eyes over the sea of cornfields or sunflowers and stumble upon hidden streams and brooks which seem to murmur the deepest secrets of the region.
Each discovery aims to reveal something more and does so with energy and enthusiasm. Paths where hedges protect the plains from the westerly winds, rivers quietly meandering through places of memory still burning, events loaded with joy and suffering from its’ wars. The Bocage Vendéen opens its treasures to those who take the time to enjoy it.
The Vendéen is generous to the core, loves sharing its history traditions and its art of living in its privileged and protected territory. The Bocage Vendéen is a land of treasure – where one should take the time to observe and listen. Take the time to pause and unlock the secrets of these people who will take you through their rich history through animations throughout its enchanting land of natural beauty.
The holiday begins!