Barbâtre

Barbâtre

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownBarbâtre
Insee code85011
Postcode85630
Latitude46.9425669
Longitude-2.1785890
AltitudeFrom 0 to 18 meters
Surface12.47 km²
Population1835 inhabitants
Density147 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelLa Guérinière at 5 km
Chief townLa Roche-sur-Yon (at 77 km, 81 min)Fromentine at 6.6 km
DepartmentVendéeL'Épine at 7.9 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The municipality of Barbâtre is located at the gateway to the island of Noirmoutier. Covering an area of ​​1247 hectares, 650 hectares of agricultural plain and 235 ha of forest and dunes, it is situated on the narrowest part of the island and extends between 8 km sandy beach, forest and agricultural fields. The town is both welcoming, lively, dynamic and pleasant. It has preserved its family character.

The joint has become a common Barbâtre May 21, 1858. Previously, she was part of the town of Noirmoutier.

The population is now estimated at about 1751 people out of season and can reach 20 000 people in season.

Its main assets are the richness and diversity of its natural areas, activities, tourism, trade, crafts building, fishing and water sports.

The Gois, unique site in Europe, a journey under the sea

Natural sites of great beauty: dunes, forests, a range of 8 km, flora and fauna of great richness.

Barbâtre is lively all year: bingo, exhibitions, tours, Christmas market, festivals of spring and summer.


SIGHTSEEING

Passage du Gois, submersible floor of 4.5 km.

Balis'Âges path: heritage route 15 QR code on the town.

Shellfish regulated for collecting clams (maximum 3 kg per person).

Two sailing schools in the summer - School of yachting - School of kite surfing - Archery - Tennis - Mini-golf.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Barbâtre
Leisure centresBeach of L'Océan
MonumentsWindmill of La Fosse,   Windmill of La Frandière,   Windmill of La Plaine
Natural sitesHeadland of the Fosse

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

On Saturday, the weekend of Easter egg hunt for children 3 to 10 years.

The first weekend in May, yard sales for private individuals.

The weekend of the Ascension: The Surge of Spring festival of street arts.

The third Sunday in July, garage sales reserved for individuals.

The second Friday of August, the street festival: night markets, empty garage sales, concerts.

In July and August, concerts and shows of street art (about 2 per week).

The Wednesday before Christmas: Christmas market.

Its tasting oysters and shellfish throughout the year.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The Guérinière: Museum of Art and Popular Traditions.

Noirmoutier en l'Ile: Visit the Castle of Noirmoutier: his dungeon, a museum of 900 years of history, not to mention the Vendée wars. Also visit the church and its crypt, dry harbor, pier Jacobsen. Marshes, the reserve and bird sanctuary, the cemetery boat. The Herbaudière is the largest fishing port in the island of Noirmoutier. Typical small cemetery and shipwrecked sailors, facing the sea

Visit the island of Yeu by shuttles from Fromentine.

Boat trips on old ships.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Kitesurfing lessons in NoirmoutierSports sensationsFrom 110 € to 450 €La Barre-de-Monts (6.8 km)
Accrobranche Explora Parc in the dune forestSports sensationsFrom 10 € to 20 €Saint-Jean-de-Monts (18.3 km)

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PHOTOS
The sea goes on the Passage du Gois
 
Passage du Gois - Floor submersible indicator tides
Refuge of the topgallant to tide
 
The Gois feasible
The Gois, a paradise for fishermen clam
 
nice walks in the forests pine
Spring in Barbâtre
 
Miles of beaches for your vacation
Bridge Noirmoutier
 
Beautiful beaches
In a corner of a ride
 
Water Games
ferry with its pilot connecting the island of Yeu
 
Speedboat for the island of Yeu in Noirmoutier Bridge
Church of Saint-Nicolas Barbâtre
 
Nave, choir and apse of the church of Saint-Nicolas
Ex-votos in the church of Saint-Nicolas
 
In the gardens of the Church
Stained glass window of the church Saint-Nicolas
 
Old Landing the tip of the Pit
On the polder dike Sevastopol
 
Beach Boucholeurs before the storm
Passage du Gois at high tide ( © JE)
 
Island Noirmoutiier (© JE)
Logo of the common Barbâtre
  
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WEATHER
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 7°C - Max. 12°C
Sunday 26 May
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Min. 8°C - Max. 12°C
Monday 27 May
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Min. 11°C - Max. 12°C
RESTAURANTS 
Hotel Punta Lara - L'Atlantide  
7.5
La Guérinière
In an infinite combination of blue and gray mixed between waves and rocks, Atlantis opens your eyes. Offshore winds and sun blushed at sunset, dawn diaphanous prelude to clear skies....
Located 6.7 km from Barbâtre63 € per person 
Le Grand Four  
9.2
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
Located behind the famous medieval castle of Noirmoutier en l'Ile, Le Grand Four welcomes you in a beautiful 17th century mansion nestled on a green island. The Chef offers beautiful...
Located 8.1 km from Barbâtre70 € per person 
L'Anse Rouge  
9.5
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
Located in the most beautiful part of the island 200 meters from the ocean, the charming Saint Paul and its gourmet restaurant 'L'Anse Rouge' welcomes you in a privileged and green....
Located 8.3 km from Barbâtre60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Hébergement des eloux site protégé ONF    
9.4
La Guérinière
Superb construction Vendee, on the edge of the forest Eloux (NFB) brings peace and comfort at 300 m from the sea Comfortable rooms with TV, fridge, wifi. Bathrooms, toilets. SPA procedure....
Located 6.4 km from BarbâtreFrom 58 € to 60 € the double room 
Au Passage du Gois    
10
Beauvoir-sur-Mer
Welcome at Au Passage du Gois, B&B in Beauvoir-sur-Mer (Vendée coastline). A lot of sun, sea and beaches and still less than 350 km from the port of Caen. We are living the dream –...
Located 6.9 km from BarbâtreFrom 60 € to 95 € the double room 
Coté mer  
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
Room redone in the style beachfront double shelf with TV led. Salle private water with shower and vanity, private toilet, separate exit, secure parking. Garden access. Small dog accepted...
Located 7.5 km from BarbâtreFrom 60 € to 80 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Maison à Barbâtre, île de Noirmoutier  
9.3
Barbâtre
House Barbâtre very comfortable on the island of Noirmoutier. Near the center and the beach, very quiet. 4 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 toilets, kitchen, fridge / freezer, oven, stove,...
Located in BarbâtreFrom 430 € to 1050 € per week 
Appartement T3 à 300 m de la plage  
8.7
Fromentine
Welcome in our sweet home, the flat is very comfortable, every thing is new, Vendée will offer you very exciting holidays. Come and see and you won't be disappointed : http://www.f...
Located 6.7 km from BarbâtreFrom 195 € to 595 € per week 
Maison 4 pers. Fromentine la Barre de mo
La Barre-de-Monts
At the entrance of Fromentine house 2/4 people vendée storey 33m² renovated terraced 300 m/600 beaches, shops a150 m drill, equipped with comfortable furnished house heating electric...
Located 7.1 km from BarbâtreFrom 280 € to 460 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Indigo Noirmoutier    
9.6
Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
A unique location on the island of Noirmoutier, surrounded by the forest and at the water's edge... Noirmoutier Indigo Campsite is located on the island of Noirmoutier in the Vendée...
Located 8.3 km from Barbâtre 
Flower Camping Plein Sud****  
Saint-Jean-de-Monts
Welcome... Under the sun, Nicole, Chris and their team invite you to share the serenity of their site. Here, generations are found, the spirits recognize and form a family... Read,...
Located 15.6 km from BarbâtreFrom 15 € to 25 € per day 
Camping La Davière Plage    
7.6
Saint-Jean-de-Monts
900 m from the beach with direct access path through the forest, find yourself on a sandy beach. Camping available on heated pool and wading pool, all public entertainment during the...
Located 16.3 km from BarbâtreFrom 14.80 € to 22 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel La Maison sur l'Eau     
6.1
Barbâtre
La Maison sur l'Eau is a waterfront property at the entrance of Noirmoutier Island, right next to the bridge. This colonial-style hotel offers an exotic garden and rooms or suites,...
Located in BarbâtreRoom from 29 €
Domaine Les Moulins     
8.4
La Guérinière
This eco-friendly campsite is located in La Guerinière on the Noirmoutier Island and has direct beach access. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and a hammam. Set in a garden,...
Located 4.1 km from BarbâtreRoom from 30 €
Hotel Punta Lara    
8
La Guérinière
This sea-side hotel is in the Pays de la Loire region, in La Gueriniere. It offers rooms with private balconies and ocean views, and is set in a pine forest. Guests can relax in the...
Located 6.6 km from BarbâtreRoom from 99 €

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