Apremont

Apremont

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownApremont
Insee code85006
Postcode85220
Latitude46.7493520
Longitude-1.7418050
AltitudeFrom 2 to 58 meters
Surface29.73 km²
Population1624 inhabitants
Density54 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelMaché at 4.3 km
Chief townLa Roche-sur-Yon (at 30 km, 34 min)Coëx at 6 km
DepartmentVendéeSaint-Maixent-sur-Vie at 6.2 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The small town located on the rocky banks of Life, 18 km from Saint-Gilles Croix de Vie and 12 km from Aizenay.

It owes its name (asper rises) to the Romans who established a camp on the left bank of life, and its rugged terrain.

In the Middle Ages, four castellanies coexisted, leaving a unique heritage.


SIGHTSEEING

Apremont Castle, built in the 16th century on the site of a fortress by Philippe Chabot de Brion. Open from April to September (for groups by appointment), visit with sound (tour in July and August), treasure hunt for children. Entertainment fencing weekends in July and August.

The lake of 177 ha Life: water sports, bathing area, supervised swimming, hiking routes.

Apremont unusual: a tour of the city.

Puzzle giant castle visit otherwise Apremont through this tourism experience. Your mission: Using the circuit boards Heritage, onto the streets of the little city style elements that originally owned the castle! Map with indexes available at the Tourist Office.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Apremont

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Flea-flea: the last Sunday of June

Le Château Day: 3rd Sunday of July. Dinner outdoor show, evoking the life of the castle in the 16th century.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The chapel of Saint-Etienne Tulèvrière du Bois: Built in full by the Abbot Dark Terror, it is a place of memory and recollection; inside and museum pamphlet guide (free).

Trails for hiking and cycling routes in the country Palluau available at the Tourist Office.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Surf, bodyboard or stand up paddle lessonsSports sensations25 €Bretignolles-sur-Mer (18 km)
Surf, waveski and bodyboard lessonsSports sensationsFrom 25 € to 130 €Olonne-sur-Mer (20 km)
Accrobranche Explora Parc in the dune forestSports sensationsFrom 10 € to 20 €Saint-Jean-de-Monts (26 km)
Jet ski trip at Sables d’OlonneSports sensationsFrom 110 € to 260 €Les Sables-d'Olonne (28 km)
Taste and buy Vendée wineLocal flavoursFrom 0 € to 3.50 €Saint-Philbert-de-Bouaine (29 km)

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PHOTOS
Laundry and Castle
 
View from the church
Castle Apremont
 
The Lake and the beach
The West Tower of the castle
 
Apremont, Little Village Character
River of Apremont in Vendee
 
Castle with its gatehouse
West Tower of the castle rebuilt in 1534
 
101 Vendeans were shot against this wall in 1794
Village nestled at the foot of his castle
 
Well built into the ramparts dating from the Middle Ages
Well carved in granite from the Middle Ages
 
Road scroll called postern
Towers East, West, and Chapel
 
Chapel Castle
Castle Gardens
 
Admiral Philippe de Chabot
Underground serving pantry
 
cavalier Driveway giving access to the Castle
Lower court and common Castle
 
Church of St. Martin - 1902
Nave and choir of the Church of St. Martin
 
Stained Glass of St Martin's Church
Calvary Cross of the 14th century
 
Below the castle, a ruined mill
The Life River at the foot of the castle
 
Following the river Life
Steps carved in the granite from the Middle -Age
 
The floor of Courgeau
The impoundment of Apremont
 
Old Ford
Climbing to the church
 
The church tower
Castle
 
Cross
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WEATHER
Wednesday 19 June
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Min. 13°C - Max. 21°C
Thursday 20 June
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Min. 14°C - Max. 20°C
Friday 21 June
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Min. 15°C - Max. 17°C
RESTAURANTS 
Chez Charles  
8
Challans
Chez Charles restaurant welcomes you in a modern and comfortable. Enjoy homemade cooking seasonal, made from fresh products processed on site. An address where it is good to relax with...
Located 15.1 km from Apremont35 € per person 
Grill´zli
Challans
Grill´zli restaurant, located in the commercial area of ​​Challans, invites you to an interlude of relaxation and indulgence in an elegant setting. The room appears in shades of red...
Located 16 km from Apremont30 € per person 
La Grand'Roche  
9.6
Bretignolles-sur-Mer
Penaud family welcomes you in a friendly in their restaurant with splendid views over the sea If you want to enjoy the sea air, sit on the terrace! In the kitchen, Mr. Sheepish, Chef,...
Located 17.6 km from Apremont60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chemin des granges    
9.7
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
In seaside resort, rent, bed and breakfast '- On the first floor with separate entrance, in house with enclosed garden with automated gate: - 2 bedrooms for 4 people with 140 bed, separated...
Located 15 km from Apremont54 € the double room 
La petite chatelaine    
9.9
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
The little lady is a bourgeois style house in a hundred years we renovate 1km500 It is located about from the ocean, especially Zion ocean resort of Saint Hilaire de Riez. We offer...
Located 16 km from ApremontFrom 85 € to 95 € the double room 
Cap l'ocean    
9
Le Fenouiller
Cottages with all comforts near the beach and shops. On site: heated pool, playground, ping pong, barbecue, etc...
Located 18 km from ApremontFrom 67 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Vacance en vendée entre mer et campagne  
9.7
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Rental vacancy between sea and countryside in Saint Hilaire de Riez 6 km from the beach of fine sand with ladies in saint jean de mont, hiring two more part corridor of 40 m² for four...
Located 19.3 km from ApremontFrom 330 € to 470 € per week 
Maison de bord de mer  
9.2
Saint-Jean-de-Monts
Comfortable house near shopping, beach, village, garden on each side, parking space, covered terrace. Tv, tnt, wiFi.
Located 19.9 km from ApremontFrom 150 € to 600 € per week 
Location a deux pas de la plage
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
41 m ² apartment very comfortable and nice and bright. In a pleasant small building facing the dunes outside staircase parking.
Located 22 km from ApremontFrom 330 € to 390 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Village de la Guyonnière    
9.2
Saint-Julien-des-Landes
The campsite is on an estate of 30 hectares, 300 meters from Jaunay Lake (length 6 km). It is very spacious with superb, unspoilt views over the Jaunay Lake and the surrounding rolling...
Located 10.7 km from ApremontFrom 18.90 € to 30.90 € per day 
Le parc de la grève    
9.9
L'Aiguillon-sur-Vie
The middle of two steps from the sea. Fancy a holiday... Calm... Nature... Fancy quality... Host locations, health... Want lifestyle... A mobile home with family or friends... A tent...
Located 11.2 km from ApremontFrom 11 € to 17 € per day 
Camping la Bretonniere  
Saint-Julien-des-Landes
Family camping, quiet, with large grassy pitches, two indoor pools including a heated, many free sports activities.
Located 11.7 km from ApremontFrom 11.50 € to 22.90 € per day 

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HOTELS
Madame Vacances Le Domaine Des Fontenelles    
7.1
L'Aiguillon-sur-Vie
This resort features houses and apartments in a country side setting, on the edge of the Golf des Fontenelles only 8 km from Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. Situated 800 metres from an 18-hole...
Located 7.8 km from ApremontRoom from 13 €
RCN La Ferme du Latois    
8.7
Coëx
A grocery store, an outdoor swimming pool with water slides and sport facilities are available in this campsite, which is located a 10-minute drive from the sea. Each mobile home at...
Located 8.3 km from Apremont
La Scala    
7.9
Soullans
Situated in Soullans in the Pays de la Loire region, this hotel is just 6.3 km from central Challans. Guests are free to relax on the terrace or enjoy a drink in the on-site bar. Free...
Located 13.1 km from ApremontRoom from 45 €

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