The small town of Sainte-Hermine is located in the Pays de la Loire region, in the Vendée department.
An important road junction between Nantes and La Rochelle, the city takes place between the plain and the bocage, offering pleasant and relaxing landscapes.
Sainte-Hermine was born in 1808, following its merger with Saint-Hermand.
Today, the city presents one of the richest cultural and architectural heritage, as well as an important economic activity.
Dynamic and full of life, the small Vendée town attracts visitors with its richness, as well as its perfect geographical location to appreciate the charms of the surrounding region.
This mix of nature and old stones is not lacking in charm and makes you want to learn more about the history of Sainte-Hermine and its inhabitants.
The architectural and historical heritage is not lacking in Sainte-Hermine, a city whose history dates back to the Middle Ages.
Listed as a Historic Monument, the castle of Sainte-Hermine has survived the centuries.
The old 14th century fortified castle was rebuilt in the 17th century, and despite modifications in the 19th century, you can still admire fireplaces and paintings from the early 17th century.
Near the feudal motte, visitors can appreciate the Tour à Bernard, a spur tower from the end of the 13th century.
Also listed as a Historic Monument, the Petit-Magny dwelling has a staircase tower, a chapel, as well as beautiful interior fireplaces.
Not far away, the Petite-Couraie manor has also been listed.
Walking through Sainte-Hermine, it is possible to see the covered market listed as a Historic Monument in 1985.
Sainte-Hermine is not lacking in religious sites listed as Historic Monuments, such as the Simon church with its 15th century chapel century, the church of Sainte-Hermine with its old ossuary, the Protestant temple, or the Protestant cemetery located not far away.
At the intersection of the road from Nantes to Bordeaux and from Niort to La Roche-sur-Yon, tourists can admire a monument sculpted by François-Léon Sicard and Paul Belmondo, the father of the famous actor. This one represents Georges Clemenceau with his soldiers in the middle of the trenches. It was inaugurated in 1921 by Clemenceau himself. The sculpture has been listed as a Historic Monument.
Close to its history and its traditions, the small town of Sainte-Hermine offers popular entertainment.
The Sainte-Hermine market takes place every Friday morning under the halls.
The city also offers a lively fair on the first Friday of every month.
The first weekend and Monday of August is held the Sainte-Hermine French History Festival.
Each year, a new period of history is highlighted through historical reconstructions, concerts, exhibitions, conferences and other activities of all kinds.
