The Régates du Bois de la Chaise - Noirmoutier island
Noirmoutier island
Vendée Globe
Yeu island
Port La Vie - Saint Gilles Croix de Vie
Surf
Water sports
With its 250 km of coastline and 140 km of beaches, the Vendée has unlimited potential for sports and leisure. Experience a range of emotions with water sports for all abilities and all ages! The Vendée is the French department that leads the world in the water sports industry. The flagship of the Vendée economy is firmly rooted in marinas, yachting clubs and associations that add life to all kinds of water sports on a serious or recreational level.
Surfing, kitesurfing, scuba diving, kayak canoeing... Have you always dreamed of pitting yourself against the elements or trying new experiences on or in the water? The Vendée has almost 120 clubs or associations involved in water-sports activities.
From Herbaudière to l'Aiguillon sur Mer, there are marinas with space for numerous berths aground along the Vendée coast. Very lively in the summer season, these places are rooted in history and geography, and share their authentic maritime flavour with all of their stopover guests.
The Vendée offers exceptional sailing and each year plays host to prestigious regattas. It is also a popular location for all kinds of water sports.
Three months of solo sailing: that's the challenge of the Vendée Globe, the length of time. With only themselves to depend on, the solo sailors end up uncovering the deepest areas of their personalities.
The Vendée is a top water-sports destination thanks to its excellent location and facilities.
Vendée always offers plenty of new, fun and refreshing activities. Come and see what's new!