Discover a selection of places to picnic in the Vendée bocage!
Do you want to get some fresh air on a beautiful sunny day? Are you passing through the Vendée bocage for the day or for your holidays? We give you great picnic spots, to spend exceptional moments in the bocage!
Picnic: a meal taken outdoors in a rural setting.
Enjoy a late summer afternoon with friends
To enjoy a beautiful view and a moment of calm, we recommend La Morliere in Sigournais in summer, at the end of the afternoon. Start with a walk along the Rochereau lake. In the early evening, the colors change: an ideal time to picnic on site.
The + : nocturnal activity that sets in at the start of the evening (birds, insects and even fish that jump…): guaranteed effect for young and old!
Picnic in the heart of the greenery
Direction the Big Boat Valley in Saint Vincent Puymaufrais – Bournezeau to discover a picturesque setting between meadow, river and wooded hillside. An ideal place to sit on one of the picnic tables with family or friends, around a picnic or a snack.
The + : this site has a medieval history, with the ruins of a feudal mound dating from the XNUMXth century.
Watch a magical sunset while picnicking
Settle down at the end of the day on the esplanade of the castle of Pouzauges, bring your picnic to prolong this suspended moment. Take advantage of the special atmosphere that emerges when the sun sets over the Vendée bocage. photo tip : place yourself inside the enclosure of the castle to play between walls and twilight colors.
The + : it's a moment to live and relive all year round, with the brightness that changes with each season.
Enjoy an on-board aperitif
In an exceptional natural setting, privatize a boat and sail on the river for an unusual aperitif at the River House in Montaigu-Vendée! Around a generous basket of local products, choose your favorite corner of the river… and toast!
The + : local products chosen with care from local producers!
Visit an old village of weavers
Stroll through the alleys of Mallievre, Small City of Character, and admire the old weavers' houses. Take advantage of the soundtrack to walk through the village, stop in the Marie-Eulalie garden of dye plants, and finish your walk along the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise to find the ideal spot for a picnic... Heritage striking and green nature are waiting for you.
Have fun with family or friends!
Head to the Lac de la Tricherie leisure center to take advantage of shaded picnic tables near many activities: pedal boats, swimming in the lake, tanning on the equipped beach, tree climbing at Tepacap Vendée, games for children… La Tricherie, it is the ideal place to come and spend a day with family or friends in the heart of the Vendée bocage.
The +: A lot of activities for all tastes and all ages!
Immerse yourself in nature
In the heart of the Vendée bocage, head for the Grasla forest picnic area. A perfect spot for families, with its equipped play area. Then enjoy a beautiful walk in the heart of the national forest!
The +: On your way, discover the refuge of Grasla to learn all about the history of the place and the Wars of Vendée.
Have a picnic with fresh and local products!
To compose your picnic, we advise you to take a tour of the markets! You will find plenty of fresh and local products from the Vendée bocage? For dessert, remember to buy your Vendée brioche or waste! A treat for the whole family, 100% local and Made In Vendée!
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