What to do in Les Sables d’Olonne

Located in the heart of Les Sables d’Olonne, on the Vendée coast, a visit to Les Salines is an opportunity to discover this famous resort. If you feel like exploring the surrounding area after your visit, for a day trip or a vacation, discover an attractive and surprising town, with events and unusual ideas for outings. One thing is certain: you won’t get bored in Les Sables d’Olonne!

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Parc d'aventure du sel aux Salines - S.Bourcier / Vendée Expansion

A whole range of activities to entertain you around Les Salines

Discover a dynamic and inspiring city. Water sports, nature walks, heritage, unusual tours—there’s something for everyone in Les Sables d’Olonne! Find out more about the resort’s leisure activities and events calendar here, so you can plan your stay.

Where to eat at Les Sables d’Olonne

Feeling peckish or want to treat yourself? Sample Vendée’s seaside cuisine at the best restaurants in town, located near our site.

Close to our site, you will find the restaurant “La Fleur de sel” (located about 500m away). In the heart of the Marais and in an enchanting setting, it offers traditional dishes made with fresh, local produce. Reservations are recommended.

In 2024, Les Sables d’Olonne will host the tenth edition of the Vendée Globe.

Plage de la Paracou aux Sables d'Olonne

Paracou Beach © S. Bourcier – Vendée Expansion

Canoës et Paddles dans les Marais

Canoeing in the Marshes © S. Bourcier – Vendée Expansion

Activités nautiques

Surfing and water sports © S. Bourcier – Vendée Expansion

Côte Ouest aux Sables d'olonne

Thalasso Center © S. Bourcier – Vendée Expansion

Around the Salines

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Your Vacation in Vendée

Canoës aux Salines- Les Sables d'olonne

The Canoe Adventure