Brétignolles sur mer is a town of 4000 inhabitants all year round. A very dynamic town, Brétignolles sur mer is the scene of numerous festivals and events during the summer and out of season.

In the city center, about 4 km from Camping les Dunes, discover its traditional market every Thursday and Sunday, its market halls (open every day except Monday) for fresh and local products, as well as its shops. With its wild coast or its large sandy beaches, such as that of Les Dunes located 150m from Camping Les Dunes with direct access, Brétignolles sur mer will amaze you with its varied landscapes.

Events in Bretignolles sur mer

Brétignolles sur Mer is the scene of two unmissable events in Vendée:

The Protest Vendée Pro, international surfing competition.
The 7th Wave, a musical festival with growing popularity which brings together more and more people each year.

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The beaches

Brétignolles has several large sandy beaches:

  • The Dunes Beach 1 and 2, with direct access from the Dunes campsite.
  • Normandelière Beach
  • La Parée Beach
  • Marais Girard Beach
  • La Sauzaie

Most beaches are supervised during the summer, we advise you to still remain vigilant.

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The touristic places

Vendée Miniature

Explore the history and must-see places of the Vendée of yesteryear by visiting Vendée Miniature.

An unusual panorama which will allow you to (re)discover the Vendée cultural heritage with your family. A visit that will please young and old alike!

Church of Our Lady of the Assumption

During your visits to the town center of Brétignolles, take a detour to the Notre Dame de L’Assomption Church, a Romanesque style church built in the 19th century. All year round, the Brétignolles sur Mer market is located just a few steps from the Church.

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Brétignolles also has small restaurants offering tasty dishes, seasonal products, seafood and freshly caught fish.

For more information, go to the Campsite reception where our team will be happy to advise you.

Information at the Brétignolles sur mer Tourist Office:

Tel: 02.51.90.12.78

Email: contact@bretignolles-sur-mer.com

1, Boulevard du Nord – BP 10 – 85470 BRETIGNOLLES SUR MER

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