Montaigu

Montaigu

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Montaigu		Boufféré at 2.7 km
Insee code	85146		Saint-Georges-de-Montaigu at 3.3 km
Postcode	85600		Saint-Hilaire-de-Loulay at 3.5 km
Latitude	46.9743470		La Guyonnière at 4.9 km
Longitude	-1.3137770		Treize-Septiers at 6.3 km
Altitude	From 23 to 57 meters		Saint-André-Treize-Voies at 8.7 km
Surface	3.03 km²		L'Herbergement at 8.8 km
Population	5000 inhabitants		Vieillevigne at 9.2 km
Density	1650 inhabitants/km²		La Bernardière at 9.3 km
National label			Saint-Hilaire-de-Clisson at 9.7 km
Chief town	La Roche-sur-Yon (at 41 km, 36 min)		Les Brouzils at 9.7 km
Department	Vendée		La Boissière-de-Montaigu at 9.7 km
Region	Pays de la Loire		Search another town

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• Location:

• With an area of ​​303 hectares, the city of Montaigu, canton, nearly 5000 people.
• It has an ideal geographical location: 50 minutes from the beaches of Vendée, 30 minutes from Nantes, Cholet, La Roche-sur-Yon, at 3:50 from Paris by road and by train at 2:30, 3 minutes of 'A83 and 20 minutes from the A87.

• History:

• The barbarian invasions of the late eighth century destroyed the small town business that had developed in Gallo-Roman and became Saint-Georges-de-Montaigu.
• In the 10th century, the local lord would Montaigu came to settle in to enjoy its location on a rocky outcrop. Montaigu mons acutus comes from the Latin meaning sharp Mt. The Lord of Montaigu set up his castle, symbol of his home building but also to defend the population living behind the walls. Around the lord of his executive and judicial powers, a court revolved major armed soldiers, land administration and supporters who settled in or near the castle. Their presence led to the development of an intense commercial life. Thus, the implementation of the local lord to Montaigu has made the city the center of the executive, administrative stately and trade.
• From the 15th century walled city of the state protected its inhabitants from hostile races and attacks by bandits and defended a strong point. The administration of the Lord of Montaigu collect taxes in the rural area.
• From the sixteenth, the king tried to limit the independence stately spreading its power throughout the kingdom. It was divided into bailiwicks seneschal or to make royal justice. Montaigu was the center of a seneschal until the revolution and there wrote the list of grievances across the region. The town consisted of a court and prison.
• From the 15th century and the opening of classes by the Lord of Montaigu, the city is also known for its many schools. During the 19th century, these activities were developed and the city became an educational center in the region.
• After the revolution, the city was sub-prefecture from 1800 to 1810. This status results in the presence of any administration that a court of law. The start of this administration clearly diminished the influence of the city of the region, but it remained the central business district with many lawyers, doctors ... It is still a major trade center with its markets and fairs are important for the agricultural development in the region. The 20th century consecrated the economic role of the city. Family factories hidden in the bottom of the gardens of the old city were forced to settle in the area to grow and prosper. In the 20th century too, the hospice Montaigu was modernized and expanded. Montaigu is still appreciated for its hospital and medical services Liberals.
• From this central location that history has shaped, Montaigu retains its function as a center of industrial, commercial, administrative, educational and health services.

• Discover:

• The park walls.
• The dam Montaigu.
• The Park Rochettes ...

• Leisure:

• Pool.
• CD collection.
• Cinema.
• Thalia Theatre.

• Tourist Lands Montaigu:

• Address: 69 Place du Champ de Foire - 85600 Montaigu.
• Tel. : +33 2 51 06 39 17.

• Food Market: On Saturday morning, Place de l'Hotel de Ville.
• Frequently Monthly: Last Thursday of the month instead of the Town Hall.
• Major annual events:

• In March-April: Spring Book organized by the Community of Communes "Montaigu Lands." 3 days of celebration around the Book and Reading, 250 authors present an exhibition hall of 2500m ², literary cafés, West Award and the Prix Jeunesse West, exhibitions, entertainment varied. Thalia Theater - Esplanade de Verdun.
• Every year the Easter weekend takes place on the World Football Minimes and Fair World (New 2012). Organised by the Football Club Montaigu, this event brings together many clubs and nations.
• June 21: Festival of music in the streets of the city.
• All the months of July and August: Tours of the fortifications of the castle and old town. Free tours organized by the City of Montaigu.
• July 13: Fireworks shot in the Parc des Remparts.
• End of August: "Cadet International Tournament Vendée - Credit Mutuel" organized by the union Vendee North Basket.
• September: Opening the box of the new cultural season of the theater.
• Mid-September: Race walking "the Montacutaine" organized by the city of Montaigu in partnership with Athletics Northern Vendee.

Parc des Remparts		Mondial Minimes
Music Festival

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 14°C - Max. 30°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 13°C - Max. 20°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 9°C - Max. 18°C

L'Alambic   10 Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne Restaurant Pizzeria the Alambic. In an old house dating back over three centuries, traditional cuisine of France and Poland. But also pizzas for fans of Italian cuisine. 3 dining rooms,... Located 20 km from Montaigu From 10 € to 20 € per person

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Les cedres     9.7 Montaigu 30 km from Le Puy du Fou and 50 km from the coast Vendeen, cedars house from 1850 on 80 meters along the Maine in a shady park. Located in Montaigu 63 € the double room

La Belle Vue des Arbres     10 Chauché 25 km from the puy du fou, ellen and Malcolm invite you to experience the calm of their bed and breakfast property, surrounded by flowers, situated overlooking a woody hill and bordered... Located 16.6 km from Montaigu From 50 € to 55 € the double room

The Logis De L'Anguiller     9.8 Chauché Perfect for Puy de Fou only 25 km. We are in a small village about 5 minutes from the A87 motorway. Logis eels, built in 1697, is the main house in a small village in the quiet of the... Located 17.8 km from Montaigu 59 € the double room

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Le hameau de la marionniere   9.6 Montaigu In 3000 ownership of SQM in nature in the middle of a wooded park, but nearby (about 200 m) of new inter-pool (indoor and outdoor pool with slide) ; beautiful chalet with 2 rooms plus... Located in Montaigu From 220 € to 395 € per week

L'Andoussiere Saint-André-Treize-Voies The house is a restored 4 bedroom farmhouse situated in a village of 45 inhabitants. It is an easy 45-50 minute drive to the Vendeen coast and also the Puy de Fou. There is a large... Located 7.9 km from Montaigu From 550 € to 1300 € per week

Le Clos du Meunier Tiffauges The Clos du Meunier is an exceptional renovation to the old in a calm and pleasant. With family or friends, beside the heated pool you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the river where... Located 18 km from Montaigu From 900 € to 2100 € per week

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Camping le Hameau du Petit Lay     8.5 Mouchamps Small family campsite, ideal for your holidays green Vendée. 15 wooden cabins open year round. Swimming pool, playground, ping pong, volleyball, hiking, TV room, children's enterta... Located 30 km from Montaigu 11 € per day

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Inter-Hotel Saint James      8.7 Montaigu This Inter-Hotel is located between the Altantic Coast and the Vendée region. It offers soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi access and a flat-screen TV with satellite... Located in Montaigu Room from 69 €

Best Western Villa Saint Antoine      8.7 Clisson Featuring an outdoor pool and a large terrace with views of the Sèvre Nantaise River, this hotel is located in Clisson, 25 km from Nantes. The on-site wellness centre offers a hammam,... Located 12.8 km from Montaigu Room from 78 €

Hôtel De La Barbacane      7.3 Tiffauges Located in Tiffauges, between Nantes and the Puy du Fou sits the beautiful 19th-century residence Le Manoir de la Barbacane. Situated in a lovely verdant setting, this residence offers... Located 15.9 km from Montaigu Room from 59 €

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