The Vendée
The Vendée, a charming region nestled between fine sandy beaches and verdant countryside, invites you to a multitude of experiences.
Seaside walks, cultural discoveries, water sports, and marsh explorations offer visitors an exceptional setting. Its islands, amusement parks, and preserved natural sites enrich the journey, while local traditions revive the authenticity of the region.
The Vendée, a nature destination, between land and sea! Hotel LA COTE OCEANE, just 250m from the beaches of Saint Jean de Monts.
The Saint-Jean-de-Monts Golf Course
Located 1.5 km away, regularly ranked among the 30 most beautiful French courses, it is above all an exceptional natural site between pine forest and ocean.
The sandy subsoil and the climate of the Vendée coast allow you to play all year round "with dry feet" on this real links.
After 9 holes in the heart of a pine and holm oak forest, the return to the ocean offers spectacular views of the island of Yeu. It is a varied and very golfing course.
At the heart of the site, discover the 6-hole initiation course, accessible to all after a few hours of lessons. It is also the best training for experienced players, and one of the most beautiful views.
L'Île d'Yeu
Just a few kilometres from the Vendée coast, the Île d’Yeu is a wild pearl that invites you to escape.
With its golden beaches, its steep cliffs and its charming fishing ports, it enchants visitors in search of authenticity.
Discover the mysterious Vieux Château, explore its coastal paths by bike or on foot, and let yourself be surprised by secret coves that reveal the preserved nature of the island, far from everyday life.
Noirmoutier and the Gois passage
Noirmoutier, the "mimosa island", seduces with its authentic landscapes and its famous Passage du Gois, this unique submersible road that connects the island to the continent at low tide.
Explore the salt marshes with their sparkling reflections, stroll through the Bois de la Chaise and its charming beaches, or discover the Château de Noirmoutier, witness to a rich history.
Don't miss the bike rides through the picturesque villages and taste the famous local oysters for a total immersion in Vendée.
The must-see towns
Around your 2-star hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Monts, unmissable coastal towns each offer a unique charm.
In Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, discover an authentic fishing and marina port, renowned for its sardines and friendly atmosphere.
Les Sables-d’Olonne, famous for the Vendée Globe, charms with its large beach and lively streets.
Finally, Notre-Dame-de-Monts, a quieter destination, charms nature lovers with its dunes and forests. to invigorating walks.
The unmissable addresses
The Vendée is full of fascinating places to discover.
Start with the Puy du Fou, an award-winning history park that will amaze you with its grandiose shows.
Continue with the Pêcheries du Porteau, which offer a unique panorama to observe traditional fishing by the sea.
Continue with the Marais Poitevin, also called the "Green Venice", inviting you to take boat trips in its peaceful canals.
Finish with Le Daviaud, a living eco-museum, immersing you in the Vendée traditions and the authentic landscapes of the marsh.
Festivities in the surrounding area
The Saint-Jean-de-Monts region comes alive all year long with a variety of festivals.
Caval’Océane celebrates equestrian art on the beach, while Déferlante offers street shows and open-air concerts. The Festival À Tout Vent showcases kites in an aerial ballet. Kid’s Folies delights youngsters with workshops and games, and the unmissable Sports d’Hiver à la Mer offers winter activities, such as sand skiing, by the ocean.