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Valentine's Day in Vendée: Simple ideas to celebrate it

No need to go overboard to celebrate Valentine's Day. In the Pays des Achards region, love is often found in simple things. It could be a walk in the fresh air, a shared moment, or a break from the daily grind. Whether your relationship has lasted for years or is just beginning, here are a few ideas…
#February 14th #Valentine's Day

By Marion, January 28, 2026 Reading time: 5 min(s)
Ideas for outings

Words and expressions from the Vendée dialect that you need to know in everyday life

Want to understand the Vendée dialect and the expressions still heard today in the Pays des Achards? Our article immerses you in the most common Vendée words, the vocabulary you'll encounter every day. An ideal way to discover the Vendée in a different light, getting closer to its local culture. You thought you'd arrived […]

By Alexandra, December 17, 2025 Reading time: 6 min(s)
Ideas for outings magic

Discovering the Magic of the Santons

Ho, Ho, Ho! Like every year, Santa Claus comes to the Pays des Achards to the great delight of locals and visitors alike. In his sack: a Christmas market (one of the oldest in Vendée, and the largest in the department!) and miniature villages that make you dream […]
#beaulieu #family #Xmas

By Audrey, November 7, 2025 Reading time: 6 min(s)
Craftsmen Ideas for outings

Le Café des Arts, refined cuisine in Vendée

Stepping through the door of the Café des Arts in Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche means discovering a place on a human scale, designed to make you feel at home. The rooms are intimate, the lighting soft, and the atmosphere friendly. You settle in quietly, carried away by the charm of the place. Here, elegance is infused into every detail—from the decor to the food—[…]
#gastronomy #restaurant

By Alexandra, September 30, 2025 Reading time: 4 min(s)
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The Top 7 silly things to do with your family in the Land of Pickles!

In the Land of Pickles, we love vacations… Especially when they involve a fair share of mischief! The ones where we splash ourselves, get dirty, stay awake a little… In short, the ones where parents end up letting themselves go as much as the children! Ready to take on all our challenges? Here are our top 7 […]
#activities #children

By Audrey, July 28, 2025 Reading time: 5 min(s)
Ideas for outings Local

Top 5 Farm Visits to Be as Friends as Pigs

Animals and local produce: the winning combination for enjoying a bucolic break in the Pays des Achards! This summer, the Tourist Office is offering a special program to (re)discover the expertise of its local producers. The goal? To showcase the region's farms through friendly tours, designed for […]
#farm #producers #visit

By Audrey, June 20, 2025 Reading time: 7 min(s)
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Test: Which outdoor walk is right for you in the Pays des Achards?

As you walk or pedal, the Pays des Achards can be visited according to your tastes and desires! Here, a multitude of 100% natural walks are on the menu. Peaceful, sporty, or even connected… Take our test and find yours! Ready? Let's take a test […]

By Audrey, May 22, 2025 Reading time: 4 min(s)
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What to do in Vendée with children? All our ideas for the Pays des Achards!

Want to have some great times with the kids during your vacation in Vendée? Whether you want to get outside (again) as the good weather approaches or simply share a visit or an activity, we'll give you all our ideas for what to do in Vendée with the kids... Little ones, like […]

By Audrey, April 8, 2025 Reading time: 11 min(s)
Ideas for outings Weekend ideas

Weekend in the countryside: our top ideas for getting back to nature!

Want to breathe in a breath of fresh air, discover passionate producers, and savor delicious local products? Le Pays des Achards welcomes you for a 100% natural, gourmet weekend in the countryside, full of wonderful encounters. Whether by bike, on foot, or even on your back […]

By Audrey, March 19, 2025 Reading time: 10 min(s)
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10 good reasons to come and see us at the Tourist Office

Want to explore our destination without wasting a minute looking for information? Head over to the Pays des Achards Tourist Office! Ready to find out why we are much more than just a Tourist Office? Here are 10 (very good) reasons to come see us! 🌞 1 – We are a bit like […]
# 10 good reasons #TOURIST OFFICE

By Audrey, January 22, 2025 Reading time: 5 min(s)