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 region with the family? Discover our ideas for making the most of your vacation spring in Vendée.
What to do with children?
In the Pays des Achards region, the answer is simple: get some fresh air, slow down, and enjoy. Between nature, leisure activities, scheduled outings, and moments to share, everything is in place for you to experience a holiday at your own pace.
🌸 Our must-haves for a successful holiday
⭐ Thrills and fun at the Grand Challenge
Impossible to miss!
The Grand DéfiThis is THE spot to get your adrenaline pumping during the spring holidays in Vendée: tree climbing, zip lines, paintball, galactic laser… there’s something for everyone and all ages.
📱 Digital pathways for exploring in a different way
What if you turned your walk into an adventure?
Our digital journeys invite you to discover the territory in a fun way: investigations, challenges, immersive stories… children love it, and so do parents!
🥏 A unique activity to try: Disc Golf
Looking for a simple and fun moment in the great outdoors?
Try disc golf in Pickles ou in MartinetAn activity accessible to all, somewhere between a walk and a game. Perfect for sharing a good time without any stress.
🍰 A sweet break at the Ujna Tea Room
After the effort, comfort!
Settle in Ujna tea room For a gourmet break: hot drinks, homemade sweets, cozy atmosphere… a real moment of relaxation during your vacation.
Essentials… for an unforgettable holiday
🌸 Activities not to be missed during the holidays
🎨 Free creative activities for children
During the spring holidays, libraries in the area offer free activities accessible to all:
- "Floral Spring" Workshop – April 21 in Nieul-le-Dolent
- "Dreamcatcher" Workshop – April 23 in Saint-Julien-des-Landes
- Time for history and tinkering – April 25 in Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups
👉 Remember to book your place!
🌿 A breath of fresh air with ADEV's nature outings
Want to slow down and observe? The nature outings offered by ADEV immerse you in the heart of local biodiversity:
- "Millefeuilles" release – April 15 in Saint-Julien-des-Landes
- "Nightlife" release – April 23 in Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche
👉 Remember to reserve your place with ADEV!
🌸 Enjoying spring in the great outdoors
In spring, the Pays des Achards can be explored at the pace of walks:
- Around Jaunay lake
- On the cycle routes
- Walking, between paths and verdant landscapes
- À cheval, in the country lanes
- And for the younger ones, some pony ridesIdeal for a first foray into nature, available all year round at the equestrian center.
Take your time, breathe… you’re on vacation.
🌸 Want to discover the Vendée in a different way?
Nearby, numerous sites await you to complete your itinerary:
- Vendee Aquarium
- Apremont Castle
- Talmont-Saint-Hilaire Castle
- The Madness of Finfarin
- The Adventurers' Castle*
- Wild Planet*
- Prehistoric site of the Cairn
- Miniature Vendee
- Sables Zoo*
👉 Plenty of ways to add variety to your spring holidays in Vendée!
Trick Our Tourist Office provides a ticketing service for sites marked with an *.
🌸 All the activities in one place
To make sure you don't miss anything during the spring holidays, check out our online agenda!
And for even more ideas, pop into the Pays des Achards Tourist Office… we'll be happy to welcome you!
