Camping Village de la Guyonnière

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Historical sites and museums

In the area around the Camping Village de la Guyonnière, set off to explore the historic sites and museums that bring the history and heritage of the Vendée to life…

Summer shows at the Château de Talmont

Dive into history with the summer shows at the Château de Talmont, where medieval entertainment and reenactments bring the era of knights back to life.

The Cairn prehistoric site

Go back to the region's origins by visiting the Cairn prehistoric site, a fascinating place that uncovers the traces of Vendée's earliest civilizations.

The Historial de la Vendée & its 7,000 years of history

Discover the Historial de la Vendée, a fascinating museum that retraces 7,000 years of history through captivating collections and immersive displays.

Apremont, a small town of character

Let yourself be charmed by Apremont, classified as a "Petite Cité de Caractère" (Small Town of Character), where picturesque narrow streets, a Renaissance castle, and a panoramic lake view create a truly charming setting!

 

All of the cultural and recreational trips out close to the Vendée Camping Village de la Guyonnière campsite

Vendée is a region rich in history and culture. Why not take advantage of your stay at Camping Village de la Guyonnière to discover more about this beautiful area? 

Vendée is full of historical treasures and picturesque small towns, just a few minutes from the campsite. From the Paleolithic era to the Middle Ages, including unique miniatures and family games, here are the must-see cultural outings not to miss during your holidays in Vendée.

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L’Historial de la Vendée

Discover a museum unlike any other, the Historial de la Vendée, 45 minutes by road from the campsite. It relates nearly 7,000 years of History in the Vendée, from its geological formation and Prehistory up until the 20th century, taking in amongst others, the Antiquity period and the War of the Vendée (a Vendée uprising during the French Revolution), using both recreational and interactive means. An area of 300 m² is even given over to children, of all ages, to learn whilst having fun at the same time!

 

Château de Talmont

Step back in time at the Château de Talmont (a medieval castle in Talmont Saint Hilaire). A multi-faceted building. In summer, medieval shows bring the château to life and recount the histories of major figures of such times, such as Eleanor of Aquitaine and Richard the Lionheart. The most recent addition to the site has plenty of surprises. An “escape game” (with puzzles and riddles), in the underground passage of the château, will lead you in the steps of Richard the Lionheart who has, at that point, vanished. Upon the orders of Eleanor of Aquitaine, your task is to both find him and come out of the underground passage on time. This is a unique experience to share as a family in a place steeped in history!

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The Cairn Prehistoric Site

Put yourself in the shoes of an actual member of the Homo sapiens species for a day, stepping back in time with fairly true-to-life representations at the Site Préhistorique du Cairn (Cairn Prehistory Centre). There are a multitude of activities to enable visitors to learn more about prehistoric practices. These include demonstrations of fire making, hunting, pottery workshops and even the displacement of menhirs! Take part in an archaeological dig session to discover more about those who came before us. A day rich in discoveries and sharing awaits you on this site.

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The Small Town of Character: Apremont

For a day or a half-day, pace up and down the streets of Apremont, designated as a “Petite Cité de Caractère” (given to a number of French character towns and villages). You can visit the 16th century château and attend various shows and activities, and then allow yourself time by the shores of a lake, where children can swim and have fun thanks to canoes, pedalos and a water slide.

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Vendée Miniature

In Brétignolles sur Mer, do not miss Vendée Miniature: an 800 m² premises, in which a Vendée village of old is recreated. Be filled with wonder, faced with the minute detail and art of its creators, and go back in time thanks to the surroundings instituted by a ‘sound and light’ show that has been devised.