What to do this summer in Vendée?

Sporting events in Vendée

⚽️ Football World Cup – 11 June to 19 July 2026

In 2026, don’t forget to pack your fan jersey in your suitcase. All World Cup matches will be broadcast on the screens in the campsite bar. And for important matches, head to the giant screen next to the stage! 

🏃 Les Foulées du Gois – 20 June

In this unique race, participants challenge the rising tide on the famous submersible road of the Passage du Gois. It’s an opportunity to explore the beautiful island of Noirmoutier while enjoying the festive atmosphere of this sporting event. Attention sports enthusiasts, registration is here.

🥇 Ironman 70.3 Les Sables d’Olonne – 5 July 2026

In the unique setting of the most beautiful bay in the world, athletes from all over the world come to push themselves to the limit in this giant triathlon. 2km of swimming in the legendary channel of Les Sables d’Olonne, 90km of cycling between the marshes and the ocean, then 21km of running on the embankment. Come and enjoy this exceptional atmosphere by the beach.

Music festival and festivals all summer long in Vendée

🎶 Music Festival – 21 June

Throughout Vendée, free concerts are organised in towns and villages to celebrate the arrival of summer with music. More information at the campsite reception.  

🔥 Saint John’s Fire – Martinet (20 or 27 June)

Just 10 minutes from the campsite, come and watch the biggest Saint John’s Fire in the Vendée. Concerts and food available on site.

🎷 Festival des Sables – Les Sables d’Olonne (25-26-27 June)

For its second edition, the Festival des Sables welcomes 6 artists for 3 evenings of concerts facing the sea. Check out the programme for this French song festival here. 

✨ Les concerts Sablais – July-August

All summer long, the town of Les Sables d’Olonne comes alive to the rhythm of music. Several times a week, free concerts are organised in the town’s iconic venues: Jardin du Tribunal, Tanchet beach, Saint-Nicolas church, Saint-Jean d’Orbestier Abbey and Aire des Vallées. Find the full programme on the Les Sables d’Olonne town website. 

And what’s more: every evening on the embankment, artists perform alongside other artists, magicians and clowns. Several times a week in the Jardin du Tribunal.

🍃 Les Jaunay’Stivales – Thursdays in July and August

Close to the campsite, free cultural evenings are organised in unique natural settings on Thursday evenings during the summer. These include Lake Jaunay. Concerts, shows and fireworks – for more information, visit the campsite reception. 

🎸 Poupet Festival – Saint Malô du Bois (1st to 24th July)

An hour’s drive from the campsite, this well-known French festival offers a varied programme ranging from rock to French chanson and electro.

Camping holidays in Vendée 

Haven’t booked your holiday in Vendée yet, but all these activities have made you want to come and explore the region? Take a look at our comfortable accommodation options or our spacious pitches by Lake Jaunay. Our family-friendly campsite in the heart of nature offers wide open spaces to recharge your batteries and lots of activities for the whole family. Visit our Facebook page or Instagram account to get a glimpse of your summer at Camping Village de la Guyonnière!

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