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Welcome to our blog ! Inhabitants of the territory, visitors, partners and tourism professionals take up the pen to share with you their secret corners, favourites, hidden nuggets and new experiences. Something to create happy and unique moments... for unique memories!
Myriam Noirot, une vie au rythme de la laine
Craftsmen

Myriam Noirot, a life lived to the rhythm of wool

Pushing open the gate is already a way of slowing down. The noise of everyday life gradually fades away, replaced by something softer, calmer. Myriam welcomes you with a simple, almost discreet smile. Very quickly, you feel at ease, as if invited to share a moment of her world. In the workshop, the woolen threads draw you in […]
#workshop #wool

By Alexandra, April 8, 2026 Reading time: 3 min(s)
Vacances de printemps en Vendée
Activity ideas

Spring break in Vendée

The best of holidays in the Pays des Achards. Spring break is here… and one question keeps coming up: what to do in the Vendée with the family? Discover our ideas for making the most of your spring break in the Vendée. What to do with children? In the Pays des Achards, the answer is simple: get some fresh air, […]
#activities #family #spring

By Audrey, March 20, 2026 Reading time: 4 min(s)
Saint-Valentin en Vendée, des idées simples pour la célébrer
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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)
Les mots et expressions du patois vendéen à connaître au quotidien
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)
Nos 12 idées cadeaux pour Noël
Activity ideas magic

Our 12 gift ideas for Christmas

12 Gift Ideas for a Christmas "Made in" the Pays des Achards Looking to plan a simple, local, and thoughtful Christmas? The Pays des Achards region is brimming with affordable options: everyday items, gourmet products, experiences to enjoy, and small tokens of appreciation at reasonable prices. Here is a selection of 12 100% local gift ideas […]
#gifts #giftideas #Xmas

By Alexandra, November 25, 2025 Reading time: 6 min(s)
À la découverte de la Féerie des Santons
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)
Le Café des Arts, une cuisine raffinée en Vendée
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)
Vacances de la Toussaint en Vendée : que faire au Pays des Achards ?
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All Saints' Day holidays in Vendée: what to do in the Pays des Achards?

Autumn activities to share with the family The All Saints' Day holidays are the perfect opportunity to enjoy the late season in Vendée. Between Halloween events, nature walks, digital treasure hunts, and theme parks that are still open, we've found plenty of ideas to add some color to your days […]
#activities #autumn #family #Toussaint #vacation

By Audrey, September 29, 2025 Reading time: 7 min(s)
5 idées d’activités Team Building en Vendée
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5 Team Building Activity Ideas in Vendée

Business tourism isn't just about sitting around a table. It's an opportunity to organize a team building exercise that strengthens cohesion, stimulates communication, and motivates your teams. Here, we escape the daily grind to exchange ideas, reflect... and share a truly convivial moment! Because a team building exercise without fun is like a pre-fun […]
#cohesion #teambuilding

By Audrey, September 26, 2025 Reading time: 9 min(s)
Le Top 7 des bêtises à surtout faire en famille au Pays des Achards !
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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)
Top 5 des visites à la ferme pour être copains comme cochons
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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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