On the Atlantic coast, south of the Vendée, Talmont Saint-Hilaire combines all the assets to offer you a dream holiday: a blue flag beach, a magnificent listed natural site, a medieval town centre and a multitude of activities.

Between Les Sables d'Olonne and La Tranche-sur-Mer, Talmont Saint-Hilaire offers you an exceptional place to stay. First of all, you can take advantage of the fabulous setting of Veillon beach to swim or practice many water sports. After a few moments of idleness on the fine sand, let yourself be tempted by a walk at sea, by a course of sailing, surfing, kitesurfing or do the full sensations aboard a jet-ski or a towed buoy. To vary the pleasures, visit the 18-hole Port Bourgenay golf course, hit a few balls on the resort's many tennis courts or take your children to the playground.

With more than 100 kilometres of signposted circuits, Talmont Saint-Hilaire is also a true paradise for walkers and cyclists. During your walks, you can discover the magnificent heritage of the resort. Visit the large natural area of Le Payré. Classified as the first remarkable site of Vendée, this masterpiece of nature is organised around the Payré estuary and presents an incredible diversity of landscapes: dunes, coastal forests, oyster parks, salt marshes and fish marshes. You will also be able to observe numerous migratory birds which, each year, make their home in this beautiful setting and benefit from the knowledge of a guide for a commented visit of the port of La Guittière and the marshes.

Continue your discovery of the heritage of Talmont Saint-Hilaire by visiting the medieval castle. Dominating the city for nearly ten centuries, this former home of Richard the Lionheart now offers to take you back in time through many activities : jousting, horse riding, falconry shows, crossbow shooting, medieval costumes... Your children will be delighted ! Then take advantage of your evenings to attend the many activities offered by the resort during the summer period : night markets, concerts, fireworks, disco under the stars... And don't forget to taste the local flavours that will delight your taste buds : oysters from the port of La Guittière and Le Veillon, prefect, troussepinette, mogettes de Vendée, brioche...

Do not miss

The Automobile Museum

A unique collection of 160 vehicles: 45 brands from 1885 to the 1970s, cycles, motorcycles and horse-drawn carriages.

The salt marshes of La Guittière - 2 km

During a walk, discover the methods of salt making and the work of salt workers.

Les Sables d'Olonne - 20 km

A renowned seaside resort with fine sandy beaches, a rich historical heritage and an extraordinary maritime past.