Bretignolles-sur-Mer Towns and Villages in Bretignolles-sur-Mer

The coasts of Vendée, southern part, which connect with the Marais Poitevin and which approach the Charente Maritime at the end of the department, are also punctuated by pretty seaside resorts, such as Bretignolles-sur-Mer. Located in the Pays de Brem, tourism started there in the 1950s, the coastal town owes its name to a Roman officer: Brétignolus. 13km of fine sand await you there, the seafront is advantageous for water sports and there are 5 supervised beaches in season, for safe swimming with the family. Among the activities to do, there is the bicycle, very pleasant in this city where many arrangements have been made to make it accessible thanks to the coastal cycle path. Walking enthusiasts will also be delighted, you can of course walk with your feet in the water, looking for shells at low tide, and go on the trails in search of prehistoric remains (the town has been populated for a long time). Walk towards the Sainte-Véronique rock, which rises from the top of its 7m, at the end of a rock wall. It arouses the curiosity of photographers and children, who like to try to see a face or to embark on other interpretations! Immerse yourself in a magical world that will remind you of childhood in Vendée Miniature, an incredible museum that required 16 years of work to reconstruct, with splendid models, Vendée life at the start of the 20th century. 30 stalls, 650 characters, a railroad with a train: model-making enthusiasts will be captivated, others admiring and curious!