Along the Vertonne river, in an exceptional natural setting, the small village of Sainte-Foy is the perfect place to discover the splendour of the Vendean coast. Just behind the large seaside resort of Les Sables-d'Olonne, 15 kilometres from its coastline, Sainte-Foy is the ideal place to put your suitcases down and enjoy the joys of the sea without being overcrowded. Ready to discover this sunny destination? Let's go!
It is in the Pays de la Loire region, in the Vendée department, that the charming town of Sainte-Foy is located. Rich in ancient history, the town's origins date back to the Neolithic period, as evidenced by its "Petit fossé des Sarrasins", a dirt path bordered by a ditch, in which many stone axes have been found. Housed in the heart of a particularly pleasant wooded environment, this site is a perfect place for family outings. As for heritage, the village church is well worth a little detour: dated 1782, it captivates its visitors with the beauty of its stained glass windows dating from 1936, which retrace the different episodes in the life and martyrdom of Sainte-Foy. As you walk through the village, you will also discover two beautiful castles, the 19th century Établière and the 18th century La Grossetière; although both are now private residences, they are still worth a visit. From the church square, you will find a whole host of hiking trails, perfect for both Sunday sports enthusiasts and seasoned walkers, which will allow you to discover marvellous panoramas of the countryside, the city and the sea in the distance. After a walk in the Parc de la Landette, take a fishing trip to the town's lake, which is teeming with carp, tench, perch and other pikes, then head for the seaside resort of Les Sables-d'Olonne.
Easily accessible by car, on foot for the brave hikers or even on mountain bikes, this charming seaside resort is full of things to see, do and eat, to please all the family. Gourmets will be able to take advantage of a whole host of seaside restaurants to revel in the flavours of Vendean gastronomy: grilled loubine (sea bass), langoustines, sandy sardines, hollow oysters, but also seafood, local hams, salicornes, gâche vendéenne, préfou, fion and other wines. The neighbouring villages will delight the taste buds of young and old alike. As for sea lovers, they will be able to discover the splendour of the legendary marina in Les Sables-d'Olonne, renowned for hosting the start of the Vendée Globe every four years. Finally, it is impossible to visit the town without stopping off at its beaches: 3 kilometres long, the Grande Plage is a must! Fine sand, south-facing, clear water and a dynamic embankment make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. In addition to idleness and activities such as beach volleyball, petanque, kite flying or sand castle contests, you will be able to do a whole range of water sports: surfing, paddle, boating, scuba diving, sea kayaking, jet-skiing, sailing and other sea cruises will complete your holidays on the Vendean coast.
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