Only 8 km from the sea, to
experience calm and comfort.
If you wish to go on true holidays in the countryside of the South
Vendée, with its neverending horizons, its nature reserves, its
historic heritage, its arts and crafts, its gastronomy, its sandy
beaches and 250 sunny days a year, is probably one of the nicest places
!!!
In the little village of Grues, we will welcome you as friends so that
you can spend unforgettable time with a friendly host.
To find out where Grues is located, please click on Location in the
left bar. Or else, you can go directly to the description, photos and
tariffs with the same bar.
The rolling frame on your right may give you
ideas of visitsand
activities around Grues. For further information, please visit the
following websites :
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correspondant à gauche!
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corresponding to the left!
A nice tan awaits you on our sandy beaches !
Beach weather report !
More information here !
No less than 5 golf courses nearby !
At the heart of the Renaissance town centre of
Fontenay-le-comte, you'll find the mysterious 16th century Castle of
Terre-Neuve with its alchemic fireplace. Also don't miss their drama
festival !
chateau-terreneuve.com
More information here !
Visit the town of Sables d'Olonne and do
especially not miss the Vendee Globe! lessablesdolonne.fr
More information here!
The town of "La Tranche sur mer"located at 12 kms,
offers a beautiful beach and entertainment for your pleasure!
latranchesurmer.fr
More information here!
Live a true adventure at the Puy du Fou - its
medieval theme park, its wonderful night show.
Official website of the Puy du Fou
More information here !
Attend an exciting Tai Chi Chuan course in La Faute
s/ Mer !
More information here !
Discover our ecosystem unique in Europe while
visiting the Bird Reserve of St Denis du Payré and take a guided walk
through the marshes.
More information here !
La Rochelle's harbour, a highly historical place
from which you can start several walks : the harbour's towers, the town
centre with its arcades, the aquarium, or even take a boat to visit the
islands and Fort Boyard.
More information here !
Visit the Royal Abbey of St Michel en l'Herm, from
which started the Poitou's evangelization (built in 682). See the 12th
century chapter house, the 13th century califactory and the 17th dinner
room. Tickets are available at the Tourist office right beside the
abbey, open on tuesday, thursday and friday in July and August.
Visit the Royal Abbey of St Michel en l'Herm, from which started the
Poitou's evangelization (built in 682). See the 12th century chapter
house, the 13th century califactory and the 17th dinner room. Tickets
are available at the Tourist office right beside the abbey, open on
tuesday, thursday and friday in July and August.
More information here !
Several routes for walking and cycling in the marshes.
Discover the Ile de Ré (Ré island) for unforgettable
walks !
Further information here !
Museum André Deluol (1909-2003), seet a hundred of works by this famous 20th century parisian sculptor who retired in St Michel en l'Herm in 1989 and gave part of his collection to the town.
Near Fontenay-le-Comte starts the "Green Venice" with its numerous canals and delightful boat outings, a charming way to discover the wet marshes.
Poets and perfume lovers will perhaps prefer the
magnificient Flower Park of the Aron Court and its nice castle !
To know more !
Further information here !
Only 10km far from Grues, Luçon is a town you can't miss. Its gothic cathedral was built by Richelieu, also see the Chapelle des Ursulines and its painted ceiling and the wonderful Dumaine Garden.
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