Jard-sur-Mer

Jard-sur-Mer

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownJard-sur-MerSaint-Vincent-sur-Jard at 2.3 km
Insee code85114Saint-Hilaire-la-Forêt at 5.8 km
Postcode85520Longeville-sur-Mer at 6.9 km
Latitude46.4088890Talmont-Saint-Hilaire at 7.1 km
Longitude-1.5761710Le Bernard at 8.9 km
AltitudeFrom 1 to 24 metersAvrillé at 9.2 km
Surface16.57 km²Poiroux at 11.1 km
Population2480 inhabitantsLa Tranche-sur-Mer at 12.8 km
Density150 inhabitants/km²Angles at 13.3 km
National labelsSaint-Avaugourd-des-Landes at 13.5 km
Chief townLa Roche-sur-Yon (at 36 km, 42 min)Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits at 14.7 km
DepartmentVendéeGrosbreuil at 14.9 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The town is situated on the coast where the sun light is certainly less powerful but just as long as in the south of France. With its beaches, its forest of oaks along the coast, its beautiful sites like the Payré, monuments, hiking trails, historical sites, make this town a better place to live and spend a few days .

Since Roman times and even before the "white gold", salt was the main resource of the municipality where it was shipped to Poitiers and Bourges by road salt in which the trade occurred.

In the 9th and 10th century, all Vendée coast had to undergo the Norman invasions and looting.

In the 12th century, Richard the Lionheart was donated to the monks of the order of Premonstratensian Génétouze of land to build an abbey. It will become the Abbey of Lieu-Dieu who developed a strong regional economy.

Two centuries later it suffered serious damage, "looting and destruction," and in 1568 during the wars of religion it was definitely ruined. It will never be reborn of religious conflict.

The Church of St. Radegund of the 11th century also had to suffer serious damage during the wars of religion, in 1568 it was looted and burned. It will be reborn from its ashes a century later, but with major changes.

A chapel was built in 1650 and dedicated to Saint Anne.

During the wars of the Vendée was not common to suffer abuses.

A small silver mining has dug for three centuries the cliff, hence the name "the range of the mine."

This town is worth a visit or a trip a few days for all ages.


SIGHTSEEING

The Abbey of Lieu-Dieu was founded in 1198 by Richard the Lionheart.

The Church of St. Radegund of the 11th century with its sculptures of monsters on the tower.

The Chapel of St. Anne with its statue dating both from 1650.

The tip of Payré worth a detour, its forest of oaks and hiking trails on the edge of the cliffs.

The marina, its banks and the mill of the dominant Conchette this set.

Beautiful rides along the coast to the foot of the cliffs.

Its various beaches and summer sports.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Jard-sur-Mer
Leisure centresBeach of La Mine,   Beach of La Ragounite,   Beach of Légère,   Beach of Madoneau,   Beach of Morpoigne,   Beach of the Boisvinet,   Beach of the Grand Boisvinet,   Beach of the Pé du Canon
Natural sitesHeadland of the Payre,   Rock of the Islatte

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

In Bernard and Avrillé at 4 / 5 km: dolmens, menhirs, barrows, Cairn, Castle Raiders for children.

Sables d'Olonne: pier and lighthouse Thatch, Armandière flagship, the barges, not to mention the highlight of the small pier and the channel ... Tour d'Arundel, old fire tower indicating the port, the 15th century priory of Saint-Nicolas, zoo animals and 200; Holy Cross Abbey, shell museum ...

Talmont Saint Hilaire: 11th century castle of Richard Coeur de Lion with its keep, its underground ice, the tower of the Dram, its elevators, its well ... Castle built in rollers.

Always at Talmont, Bourguenais, marina with jetties and walks, its oyster beds, the protected site of Veillon with migratory birds, the beautiful walk along the estuary of Payré.

PHOTOS
Range Madoreau
 
Payré Estuary, a beautiful site not to be ignored
Church of St. Radegund of the 11th century
 
Statues of heads of monsters on the steeple
altar triptych choir and the church of St. Radegund
 
tombstone in the church of St. Radegund
Royal Abbey of Premonstratensian monks of Place-God - 1198
 
Vaults edges in the 11th century the Abbey
Abbey Place-God and his common
 
We find out this, that the looters have left
Chapelle Sainte-Anne - Statue of 1560
 
Moulin de la Conchette overlooking the marina
Marina
 
walk under the oaks
Range mine and cliffs
 
Walk in the forest of oaks along the coast
In strolling on the cliffs the tip of Payré
 
Wild Coast by walking along the shore
Beach Mine
 
A remnant of the Second World War
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WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 14°C - Max. 30°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 12°C - Max. 19°C
Tuesday 5 June
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RESTAURANTS 
Les parcs
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
A fine cuisine that gives pride to local, seasonal produces.
Located 5.3 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 20 € to 60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Dagoterie - Gites et Chambres d'Hotes    
9.8
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
3 beautiful guest rooms tastefully decorated, quiet and cozy. Separate entrances, access to a large landscaped garden. See our website  www.dagoterie.com.
Located 8.6 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 59 € to 63 € the double room 
Le Clos de la Combe    
9.6
Château-d'Olonne
Near the bay and Cayola Sables d'Olonne, a property in quiet, landscaped park with pool, 2 guest rooms with private bathroom (shower and toilet). The island of Yeu room (1 bed 2 pers.)...
Located 13.1 km from Jard-sur-Mer60 € the double room 
Gîte la Pommeraie  
Landeronde
2 charming guest rooms spacious and comfortable in a 4 ha 10 minutes from La Roche sur Yon, in the quiet of the countryside, 20 minutes of Sables d'Olonne, 45 minutes from the Puy du...
Located 26 km from Jard-sur-Mer70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Location Plage de Boisvinet Jard/mer 85
Jard-sur-Mer
T3 duplex loft on the 2nd floor facing the sea. Extremely comfortable apartment in modern building.
Located in Jard-sur-MerFrom 470 € to 780 € per week 
Domaine de la bourie  
9.1
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
Domaine de la Bourie lies at the heart of the estuary Payré, Elu remarkable first site of the Vendee. We offer 3 vacation cottages located in a barn surrounded by typical Vendeen a...
Located 6.2 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 510 € to 850 € per week 
Locations saisonnieres
La Tranche-sur-Mer
House & Garden.
Located 13 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 375 € to 475 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le petit paris    
9.6
Château-d'Olonne
Campsite, a family, between sea and countryside, near Sables d'Olonne and 900 m from the sea swimming pool, water slide, multi-sports area, snack / bar. Various rentals, mobile homes,...
Located 13.3 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 13 € to 20.50 € per day 
Camping Les Jonquilles    
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
La Tranche-sur-Mer
Accessible camping quality and quality tourism, Daffodils welcomes you in a festive and family atmosphere: everything is done to make your stay unforgettable vacation. At 800 meters...
Located 15.3 km from Jard-sur-Mer 
La venise du bocage    
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
Nesmy
Located at the crossroads of beach and the grove, the site offers nature and tranquility 20 minutes from the sea, heated pool, fishing pond 6000 m², free tennis, playground, petanque,...
Located 23 km from Jard-sur-MerFrom 13 € to 13.70 € per day 

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HOTELS
Jard Vacances Résidence Romaric 
Jard-sur-Mer
Set in a 1-hectare garden, this residence offers a heated swimming pool with an integrated hot tub. You can rent a Finnish Kota grill for making meals and Jard-sur-Mer Beach is a 5-minute...
Located in Jard-sur-MerRoom from 60 €
Logis Les Parcs     
7.3
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
The Logis Les Parcs is ideally situated in a protected environment of the Port de La Guittière seafront between oyster beds and the forest and offers a peaceful stay. Les Parcs features...
Located 5.2 km from Jard-sur-MerRoom from 64 €
Camping La Grand'Métairie    
8.6
Saint-Hilaire-la-Forêt
This camping site is 8 km from the beaches of Jard-sur-Mer and 10 km from Talmont Castle. It offers self-catering accommodation, an indoor swimming pool and a counter-current pool with...
Located 5.9 km from Jard-sur-MerRoom from 32 €

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