La Roche-sur-Yon, located halfway between Nantes and La Rochelle, combines exceptional natural heritage and a gentle lifestyle. Check out our selection of high-end campsites and book your holiday in…
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A new outdoor playground awaits you for romantic walks or hikes with family and friends. The jardins du Loriot, an Anglo-Chinese garden located just a stone’s throw from La Roche-sur-Yon, are the perfect place to enjoy an intoxicating stroll through exotic shrubs. Then head to the Chaos du piquet, in the Yon Valley, one of the region’s most picturesque sites, also known as the “petites Pyrénées vendéennes.” You can also organize a hike to the Moulin de Rambourg mill or head for the Maison des Libellules.
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Did you know? In 1804 Napoleon ordered the construction of La Roche-sur-Yon, thus transforming an small, old, medieval principality into a new and modern city. Take a journey back in time by visiting the Vieille Horloge (Old Clock) district, the Maison Renaissance and castle, evidence of the town’s medieval past, before exploring the square grid network of streets developed during the 19th century. Admire the façades of the Neo-Classical buildings as you head towards place Napoléon where the Animaux de la Places, an attraction comprising mechanical statues of animals, will transform your trip to La Roche-sur-Yon into a magical experience.
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Here at Les Castels, we believe that no camping holiday is complete without an opportunity to taste local products. Do you agree? Well then, what are you waiting for? Treat yourself to a nice slice of Vendée brioche or “gâche” pastry for breakfast or as a snack. At lunch or dinner time, you can choose between salt-crusted sea bass, a plate of Vendée ham or a Challans black chicken dish. As an appetizer, you can opt for the famous “prefou” garlic bread or a “tartine de grillon vendéen,” delicious local rillettes. Enjoy your meal!
