Noirmoutier-en-l'Île

Noirmoutier-en-l'Île

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Noirmoutier-en-l'Île		L'Épine at 2.8 km
Insee code	85163		La Guérinière at 3.9 km
Postcode	85330		Barbâtre at 8.3 km
Latitude	47.0011430		Préfailles at 14.4 km
Longitude	-2.2471070		Fromentine at 14.9 km
Altitude	From 0 to 20 meters		La Plaine-sur-Mer at 15.8 km
Surface	19.59 km²		La Barre-de-Monts at 16.2 km
Population	4842 inhabitants		Pornic at 16.7 km
Density	255 inhabitants/km²		La Bernerie-en-Retz at 18.2 km
National labels			Beauvoir-sur-Mer at 18.3 km
Chief town	La Roche-sur-Yon (at 88 km, 93 min)		Bouin at 19 km
Department	Vendée		Tharon-Plage at 19.3 km
Region	Pays de la Loire		Search another town

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• The island of Noirmoutier is one of the nature of the Vendée coast destinations with an incredible diversity of landscapes: beaches, forests, dunes, marshes. To get there, you take the bridge or at times of low tide, a unique submarine road: the Passage du Gois.
• The island offers local produce such as potatoes from Noirmoutier, samphire and sea salt, but also fish, oysters and shellfish.
• History:

• Some tools dating from the Mesolithic "10,000 BC" were found in the wood of the Chaize, as well as locations of dolmens and menhirs ... Neolithic men were already exploiting the salt marshes and salt exchanged against products from Turkey, Italy, Greece and elsewhere (clothing, weapons, vases, cups ...).
• The Gauls worked to enrich their knowledge until the Roman invasion, and the island of "Her" Noirmoutier enjoyed a beautiful prosperity of a few centuries before it knows the invasions.
• Christianity was officially recognized by Augustine Roman Emperor in 312. From there going to be born among Christians a frenzy of destruction. Everything that could represent dolmens, menhirs, tables and sacred altars, groves, temples, amulets, pendants, statues were systematically destroyed. In the wood of the Chaize, the Mecca of Druidism, excavations have uncovered the Roman baths and a Gallo-Roman villa. After the fall of Rome, the Vandals, barbarians of Germania and all cohorts from the East overran the Roman Empire to rob this colossus has placed some 266 land and drove a spike on the Vendée coast.
• In 572, the son of Clovis is spreading terror in the Vendee ... Théodeber in 575, King of the Franks, came to devastate coastal towns and vendee, and to finish this series, the plague did not spare the Vendee in 580.
• In 674, Saint Philbert de Noirmoutier evangelist founded a monastery, it was destroyed by the Saracens in 725 and 732. It was rebuilt in 801 and was again destroyed by the Normans in 846.
• To resist invasions, the lord of the Garnache built a motte in Noirmoutier in 830 to protect the inhabitants. The island was attacked by the Normans in 834, and 835 in the monastery of Noirmoutier was looted and occupied the island.
• At the end of the 12th century, the current castle was built. During the Hundred Years War, Noirmoutier had to undergo attempts at English invasions in 1342, 1360 and 1386 and other attempts from Spain in 1524 and 1588.
• In 1562, the Huguenots took possession of the island during the war of religion.
• From the 17th century, the island is transformed, the marshes are drained, dikes are enhanced with Jacobsen as prime contractor. Polder-saving land on the sea, Noirmoutier intensifying its agriculture and livestock.
• In 1789, French Revolution, Noirmoutier is far from all that, but in 1793 the Republican Army wants to seize the island, but is rejected on the continent. In 1794, another attempt, the Republicans seized the island of Noirmoutier, 1500 are civilian and military prisoners they pass through the arms (the bodies are still buried in the dunes of the beach of Viel). The Vendée wars have affected 830 municipalities and departments of 4 400 000 were dead. The Vendée has taken a century to recover.

• There are many cultural distractions: Noirmoutier Castle of the 12th century, folk museum, museum of shipbuilding, old town of Noirmoutier, villas of the 19th century the Bois de la Chaize, salt museum ... It is also possible to enjoy many activities: printing, masks, pottery, tennis, miniature golf, horseback riding, archery, water sports ...
• You can not leave without visiting Noirmoutier Castle and its museum, with its magnificent collection of English pottery, his model boats, and rooms dedicated to the Vendée wars.
• See also, the Church of St. Philbert 11th century crypt and the tomb of the patron of this church (seventh century.). In 1794, this church served as a prison for 1500 Vendee.
• North of Noirmoutier, the wood of the Chaize, with its oaks, its pines, its strawberry and mimosa, pristine beaches ...
• Sailing schools (optimist, catamarans, sand yachting ...), sea kayaking, fishing, whether on foot, by boat, to dip or surf casting.
• Walk on the pier and the polders Jacobsen.
• Visit the salt marshes.
• The 48 acres of marsh Müllembourg, nature reserve for migratory birds managed by the LPO, you will discover by bike or on foot its sacred ibis, his herons, egrets its ...
• A taste: the Bonnotte, famous potato grown in Noirmoutier. A wonderfully grown in 1/3 sand, 1/3 of land and 1/3 of algae, essential with garlic and parsley.

• The island of Noirmoutier has an extensive network of walking and cycling (cycle hire available on site). A hike, walk, through the marshes of the Spine or the bird sanctuary of Müllembourg at Noirmoutier, is highly recommended.
• The shellfish is widespread (cockles and clams in Gois, prawns at La Fosse and shellfish to Guérinnière at Viel and Herbaudière ...), as well as sea fishing (sea bream , bars, pollack, eels ...).
• The practice of nautical sports is highly developed. Sailing schools are numerous. It is possible to rent (hourly, daily or for longer periods) of catamarans and windsurfers, but also with several clubs on the island. There are, also, a school renowned kite-evolution.
• The main swimming beaches on the island is monitored. Noirmoutier has also a modern swimming pool with water slide, whirlpool, sauna, gym ...
• There are two beaches where naturism is tolerated.

Port in the center of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île		Beach Ladies, one of the many beaches on the island
Range Sableaux		Wood Beach Ladies
Windmill		Pontoon Beach Ladies
Chateau de Noirmoutier (twelfth century)		Castle of Noirmoutier
Port		Passage du Gois at low tide
Salt marshes		Salt marshes
Paludière harvesting sea salt		Raclette to harvest sea salt
Fleur de sel		Panoramic View of the island of Noirmoutier
Church St. Philbert-de Noirmoutier - 11th century		Crypt of St. Philbert - 7th century
Model made by a watchmaker Noirmoutier - 1802		Any small beach between the mimosas and oaks
The boom of the Ladies beach to the delight of anglers		trail along the beach
Bois de la Chaize overlooking the sea		Across the Continent
In 1793, at a place called the Cow, were massacred in 1500 Vendee		Beautiful unforgettable walks
Jetty and walk along the harbor channel stranding		Wealth of the island, the potato Bonnotte
Church of St. Philbert eleventh and twelfth of his castle		A turn in the narrows of Fromentine on an old sailing ship
The island of Noirmoutier, a dream for those who love History		The dungeon of the castle
On this rock has lived in the 7th century hermit Philbert		View saltmarshes
seagulls		Port of grounding at low water of Noirmoutier
Cemetery boat after loyal service		Landscape Noirmoutier
Across the continent and Fromentine		Noirmoutier Castle
Castle and Governor's Mansion		Noirmoutier in May
An unforgettable part of France		There are some tools forgotten by the English
Old rig restored to Noirmoutier		What of lives saved with volunteers
Anchor of moorings for the season		Port of Herbaudière
Stele in memory of sailors and submariners lost at sea		Port of Herbaudière
Port of Herbaudière		Ex-voto in the church of Old
Since 1793 based on this dune 1500 Vendee

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 14°C - Max. 27°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 14°C - Max. 21°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 9°C - Max. 19°C

Coté mer   Noirmoutier-en-l'Île House redone in the style beachfront double shelf with TV.TNT.Salle water with shower and vanity, private toilet, independent entrance, parking sécurisé. Accès jardin. Petit dog allowed... Located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 50 € to 80 € the double room

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 4.3 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 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 14.7 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 45 € to 80 € the double room

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'Coté Mer' Les Sableaux Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Duplex townhouse with garden, lawn and parking clos. Décors waterfront, built in 2009, jardin. Au terrace room ground floor lounge area with 2 seater sofa, television, dining area and... Located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 600 € to 750 € per week

Studio de caractère ile de Noirmoutier L'Épine Character studio of 25 m² with marine decor, close to the main house of the owners. Comfortable, in the pretty village of fishermen and salt workers of the Thorn. Quiet, all shops to... Located 2.8 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 240 € to 400 € per week

Maison de pecheur l'ile de noirmoutier L'Épine Fisherman's cottage of 62 m², the center of the island of Noirmoutier, in the quiet village of epine, all near the beach, woods and marshes and bike paths. At 300 m from center of village... Located 3.1 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 300 € to 650 € per week

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Camping 4 étoiles La Tabardière Pornic-La   Pornic Pornic nearby (4 km) from our campsite. The 4-star campsite Tabardière since August 2011 opens the doors of. April 7 to September 22,2012. Located a few kilometers from the beaches... Located 17.1 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île 30.43 € per day

Le patisseau   Pornic At Pornic, The Patisseau welcomes you in its green landscape. Come enjoy all the services and entertainment d? A real campsite 4 stars. NEW 2009: outdoor heated pool area with spa,... Located 18.4 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île From 26 € to 42 € per day

Camping la chênaie à pornic     7.2 Pornic A Pornic, in Loire Atlantique, camping Chênaie **** is ideally situated close to shops and beaches. This family campsite welcomes you in a remarkably large area with trees and landscaping.... Located 18.7 km from Noirmoutier-en-l'Île 12 € per day

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L'Île Ô Château (ex Les Douves)      9.1 Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Set right amidst Noirmoutier, at the foothills of the castle dating from the XIIth century, L'Île Ô Château has rooms with a terrace overlooking the castle or swimming pool. This peaceful... Located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Room from 78 €

Hôtel Les Prateaux      8.6 Noirmoutier-en-l'Île This hotel is located in a pine and oak tree parkland in Noirmoutier-en-l'Ile, 100 metres from the beach, with private access. It offers a fully furnished terrace, which overlooks the... Located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Room from 90 €

Turquoise   Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Just 200 metres from Noirmoutier Castle, Turquoise offers accommodation on one level with free Wi-Fi access and surrounded by well-established flowery gardens. The hotel is 400 metres... Located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Room from 95 €

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