L'Île-d'Olonne

L'Île-d'Olonne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownL'Île-d'OlonneOlonne-sur-Mer at 3 km
Insee code85112Vairé at 4.8 km
Postcode85340Saint-Mathurin at 5.1 km
Latitude46.5624070Brem-sur-Mer at 6.1 km
Longitude-1.7806640Château-d'Olonne at 7.2 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 32 metersLes Sables-d'Olonne at 7.8 km
Surface19.23 km²Sainte-Foy at 8.5 km
Population2579 inhabitantsLandevieille at 8.8 km
Density134 inhabitants/km²Bretignolles-sur-Mer at 9.3 km
Chief townLa Roche-sur-Yon (at 33 km, 35 min)La Chaize-Giraud at 10 km
DepartmentVendéeSaint-Julien-des-Landes at 10.1 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

L'Île-d'Olonne is 5 km from the coast, 10 km of Sables d'Olonne and 1h30 from Nantes.

This village was inhabited in the Bronze Age tools were found. During the Roman occupation, salt marshes are created and vineyards. In the 5th century, Saint Martin Island Vertou evangelizes d'Olonne and found traces of the first church to 950, the reign of King Robert Capet of France second named Robert the Pious ... The Normans established themselves in the area and built some feudal mounds. Wars, whether of hundred years, religion or vendee, have not touched this town.

The church is 13th century and as the monk boss evangelist Saint Martin Vertou.

Quiet village where life is good, with pleasant walks in the marshes and forests d'Olonne.


SIGHTSEEING

Saltmarsh (three farms in operation).

The church steeple overlooking scenic marshes and nearby villages.

Church of St. Martin Vertou.

Museum of Small Station.

Bird sanctuary in the ileum, created by the association for the protection of the environment in the Vendee.

Hiking and biking in the marshes between the range of Olonne sur Mer and Les Sables d'Olonne.

Winery production bio AOC.

Basic canoeing, karting.

Carriage.

Detailed information
Natural sitesIsland of Olonne

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Market for farmers and craftsmen in April.

Yard sales: in May, June and August.

Celebration of Traditional Crafts: July.

Wednesday of the summer activities in July and August.

Pots host tourism: Summer.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Beaches, the city of Sables d'Olonne, zoo, spa, playground in Brem-sur-Mer, tree climbing, paintball ...

The magnificent forest Olonnes and its many trails, ATV trails and bridle paths.

PHOTOS
salt marshes Sheep
 
Walk in the Swamp
L'Île-d'Olonne, marshes and its bell tower
 
Church and salt marsh
marsh Barque
 
Swamp and spire
mists of time in the lands of Marsh
 
Marsh and flora
Saltmarsh
 
Hiking
Sunrise
 
Salt marshes s' ablaze
A moving sight on the land of marsh
 
Fireball on the steeple
Aurora, Mother Nature pours its most beautiful colors
 
Nave of the Church of L'Île-d'Olonne
Roofing and tower access tower
 
Vaults and Structures the church
Two of the four church bells
 
A panoramic view offered by the church tower
The Gueffard mill at the entrance to the town
 
The old mill is resistant to collapse and time
Ruins of the old mill Gueffard
 
The Mill Gueffard
Reflections on the marshes
 
Church of St. Martin in the 13th century Vertou
Stained glass windows of the church St. Martin de Vertou
 
The Saulnier and his crop of salt
Some flower visitors to this site
 
The bell tower and its panoramic view
Panoramic view from the steeple of the village of Brem-sur-Mer
 
My observation of migratory birds
View the marsh from the tower L'Île-d'Olonne
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 11°C
RESTAURANTS 
Les parcs
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
A fine cuisine that gives pride to local, seasonal produces.
Located 18.2 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 20 € to 60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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 10.8 km from L'Île-d'Olonne60 € the double room 
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 14.5 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 57 € to 60 € the double room 
Les chambres du Gué Gorand  
Saint-Révérend
Countryside's beauty close to the Vendee's coastline, this is what the BB of the Gué Gorand has to offer. For one or several nights, come and enjoy relaxing moments in a century old...
Located 16.8 km from L'Île-d'Olonne60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Agréable t3 standing 2 chambres 1 séjour
Les Sables-d'Olonne
Panoramic the marina, big terrace 40 sqm floor without vis-a-vis sundeck. 2 bedrooms fully equipped kitchen open exhibition of contemporary sofa corner. Elevator. Close to shops and...
Located 6.6 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 450 € to 920 € per week 
Station balneaire des sables d'olonne  
9.6
Les Sables-d'Olonne
1st and last floor, T2 mint condition, conditioned, ranked *** star with a surface of 54 m² (4 pers. Max.) 1 bedroom, 1 kitchen open to living room 33 m²,1 toilet, 1 bathroom water,...
Located 6.8 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 350 € to 620 € per week 
Résidence Les Roches Brunes  
8.8
Les Sables-d'Olonne
To rent studio seen sea - district of the president-excellent situation at 50 m of the beach and 30 m of the shops: bakery, mini-market, pharmacy, newspapers, 1st floor with ascencor...
Located 8.2 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 290 € to 470 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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 9.8 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 11.50 € to 22.90 € per day 
Village de la Guyonnière 5 étoiles    
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 10.3 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 14 € to 32.90 € per day 
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 10.8 km from L'Île-d'OlonneFrom 13 € to 20.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Résidence Les Océanes     
8
Olonne-sur-Mer
Located 500 metres from Sables d'Olonne SNCF Train station, this residence is 1 km from La Plage beach and has an outdoor pool with a furnished terrace. Each spacious villa at the Résidence...
Located 6.4 km from L'Île-d'OlonneRoom from 55 €
Hôtel Admiral's     
8.5
Les Sables-d'Olonne
Set near the port in centre of town, guests at the Admiral’s Hotel can admire the marina from their balcony and have access to magnificent sandy beaches via water bus. All the hotel's...
Located 6.7 km from L'Île-d'OlonneRoom from 61 €
Residhotel Les Jardins de l'Amirauté    
8.1
Les Sables-d'Olonne
This Residhotel is located in Les Sables d'Olonne, just a few steps from the marina. It features a landscaped garden and guests have access to the outdoor swimming pool. Les Jardins...
Located 6.8 km from L'Île-d'OlonneRoom from 36 €

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Vendée
Hôtel D'Angleterre
Located in Les Sables d'Olonne, the Angleterre is opposite the port and 2 minutes from the beach. It offers rooms with satellite...
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