Discover our walks in Vendée

Do you love hiking and want to explore the Vendée? This département offers almost 2,500 km of trails, perfect for walking enthusiasts. With its predominantly flat terrain, the region is ideal for walks accessible to all.

The Bois Soleil campsite is ideally located close to the sea, on the edge of the forest, and is the perfect starting point for exploring the Vendée. Just a stone’s throw from your accommodation, you can explore the diversity of the Vendée landscape, whether along coastal paths, forest tracks or along the marshes.

The coastal paths of the Vendée are particularly popular, skirting vast beaches, crossing dunes and winding through pine and beech forests. It’s the perfect setting for hiking while admiring the breathtaking scenery. Don’t miss the islands of Yeu and Noirmoutier, which promise a complete change of scenery and a breath of sea air. This exceptional natural setting offers a multitude of possibilities for walks, for moments of relaxation in the heart of nature.

Between two walks, enjoy our vast aquatic area with heated pools and slides. In high season, the campsite also offers a wide range of activities for the enjoyment of young and old alike.

Take a walk on the GR8

From the Bois Soleil campsite, enjoy direct access to the famous GR8, which runs along the Vendée coastline. Just a few steps from your accommodation, this trail takes you on a discovery tour of the “chemin des douaniers”, stretching from Bouin in the north to the bay of Aiguillon sur Mer in the south.

The route takes you through a mosaic of landscapes: fisheries, marshes, dunes, forests, a rocky coastline and vast sandy beaches. This tour offers magnificent panoramas and wonderful local encounters, all within easy reach of your starting point at the campsite.

Hiking at Notre-Dame-de-Mont

To cross the Vendée, the GR364 is an ideal option, linking Jard-sur-Mer on the coast to Puy-de-Serre in the Deux-Sèvres. This trail starts near the Observatoire des Marais and invites you to discover historic sites such as the menhir alignment of La Pierre and the dolmens of Savatole. Along the way, you’ll follow several streams, skirt the Lac du Graon, the Rivière de l’Yon and the Lac du Marillet lake and dam. You’ll also have the chance to climb the Pierre Blanche cliff to admire the Mère, a picturesque waterway.

Campsite close to hiking trails

For nature-lovers, our campsite near Les Sables d’Olonne offers marked-out pitches, just a stone’s throw from the sea and forest trails. You’ll be able to pitch your tent or park your camper van in a perfect location for exploring the nearby hiking trails. These walks will take you through the forest or along the beaches, with varied landscapes to admire along the way.

The campsite’s shady surroundings offer a haven of coolness, ideal for resting after a beautiful walk in the surrounding area. Every pitch has access to electricity, so you can stay connected while enjoying nature. During your stay, the Bois Soleil campsite services – grocery store, bar, aquatic area – are at your disposal to make your day easier after a hike or bike ride.

Mobile homes close to the most beautiful walks in Vendée

Our fully-equipped mobile homes are located close to some of the most beautiful walks in the Vendée region, so you can enjoy a comfortable vacation while discovering nature. Whether you want to explore the dunes, the forests or the salt marshes, you’ll find here an ideal starting point for unforgettable outings. Our chalets offer all the comforts you’ll need after a day on the trails of the Vendée: TV, crockery, fridge, terrace with garden furniture, etc.

Our Premium mobile home, with private spa, is perfect for relaxing after a long hike. Modern and spacious, it can accommodate up to 6 people, allowing you to enjoy both the surrounding nature and the well-being of our facilities.

Stay at the campsite and explore the nearby walks in Les Sables d’Olonne

The Bois Soleil campsite, located near Les Sables d’Olonne, offers the ideal setting to combine relaxation and exploration. In addition to its services and aquatic area, it offers easy access to a multitude of hiking and cycling trails. Whether you’re with family or friends, you can take advantage of the many signposted routes that wind through forests, along the coast or across salt marshes. Whether on foot or by bike, the walks in the Vendée are sure to provide you with a wealth of natural discoveries throughout your stay in the Vendée.