The must-see amusement parks in Vendée: 100% fun and enjoyment!

There's no age limit for having fun, especially when you escape to Vendée! Indeed, this magnificent region bordering the Atlantic Ocean has some great surprises in store for thrill-seekers, but also for those curious to discover the must-see parks in Vendée.

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Puy du Fou, the World's Best Amusement Park

In the village of Les Epesses, in the heart of the Vendée countryside, lies the most incredible amusement park in the Vendée region, renowned worldwide. Located just 1 hour from the Vendée beaches, 1 hour from Nantes, and close to the Loire River, its castles, and vineyards, it invites you to experience a timeless experience with family or friends.

Puy du Fou, an extraordinary artistic journey

The park is breathtaking, surrounded by a 100-hectare century-old forest that offers a unique and privileged setting for day visitors. More than just an amusement park, Puy du Fou offers a true immersion into the heart of French legends and history, a fascinating journey from Ancient Rome to the dawn of cinema. With its sets, music, lighting, atmosphere, and period costumes, you'll feel as if you've stepped back in time in an instant.

Puy du Fou, breathtaking shows

Young and old alike will be amazed by the realism of the scenes played out before your eyes, performances worthy of a blockbuster movie, where artistic discipline blends with surprising stunts and special effects. Immersive, natural, or nighttime, the shows are unique works of art Puy du Fou, the World's Best Amusement ParkYoung and old alike will be amazed by the realism of the scenes played out before your eyes, performances worthy of a blockbuster movie, where artistic discipline blends with surprising stunts and special effects. Immersive, natural, or nighttime, the shows are unique works of art that highlight more than 2,000 years of French history, to the delight of spectators. Experience a truly magical day at Puy du Fou, ending with the splendid Cinéscénie!that highlight more than 2,000 years of French history, to the delight of spectators. Experience a truly magical day at Puy du Fou, ending with the splendid Cinéscénie!

O'Fun Park, the largest leisure park in Vendée

Hold your breath, it's going to be a swinging time in this vast amusement park which brings together numerous activities!

Treetop adventure course
Water Jump
Paintball
Duel Arena
Fun Zone (the new feature of the year)

The day will not be long enough to experience all the experiences offered by O'Fun Park . Located in the heart of the forest in Le Bernard , it promises you moments rich in emotions to experience with family or friends from April to September.

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Atlantic Toboggan, an incredible water park in Saint-Hilaire de Riez

Put on your swimsuit without delay to slide down the 14 slides that take you on a crazy descent! Turns, dizzying curves, straight slopes or wide slopes to launch yourself in a burst of laughter, there is something to fill up on thrills! Descents in buoys and water attractions adapted to the little ones are also offered to welcome families to have fun all day long in Vendée. Come and cool off in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez , the park is open from the end of June to the end of August for your greatest pleasure!

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O'Gliss Park, the largest water park in France

Grab your towel, the attractions await you from June to September to make you experience a fantastic day of laughter and fun immersed in refreshing water at Le Bernard in Vendée! Accessible to young and old alike, this water park is a little corner of paradise for thrill seekers, lovers of relaxation and fans of idleness. Slides, wild river, wave pool or climbing rock, choose your favorite activity while the youngest splash around at Ludo'Park. After the effort, the comfort, how about an escape in the balneotherapy or in the heated swimming pool before lounging on a shaded deckchair?

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Dino's Park, when the Jurassic period comes to Vendée

Get ready for some unusual encounters in this unique theme park in Vendée! Impressive but harmless, the dinosaurs welcome you from April to September for a guaranteed thrill! Far from being immobile, they move, breathe, and roar, surprising young and old alike with their realism. The surprise doesn't stop there, as the park takes you on an incredible dinosaur discovery tour, including a documentary, a 4D cinema, a treasure hunt, an excavation area, and even a puppet show (dinosaurs, of course).

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The Grand Défi, a huge leisure park in the heart of nature

With family or friends, this is a park you absolutely must try! Open from April to September, it promises you a day full of excitement with numerous activities accessible to young and old alike. Come quickly to Saint-Julien-des-Landes, the setting is privileged and the offers so varied that you won't have enough of the day!

The world's largest treetop adventure park with 42 courses and 30 mega-zip lines
The aquapark, an inflatable course with 80 modules
The largest paintball in Vendée with 5 specially designed courses
Galactic Laser to compete in laser tag
2 Explor Games ® scenarios reminiscent of an outdoor escape game
A disc golf course with an 18-hole course
7 orienteering courses through the forest
A quick jump for a jump to a height of 18 m

But also pony rides and paddle and pedal boat outings for fun in Vendée!

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After the effort, come the reward! Settle in 5 minutes from the park at the 5-star Camping Village de la Guyonnière, a small haven of peace located on the shores of Lake Jaunay. From comfortable to unique accommodations, to pitches for tents, caravans, and campervans, there's something for everyone at this high-quality campsite, which features a water park, wellness area, and restaurant, ensuring you have a wonderful stay in Vendée.

The Adventurers' Castle, the opportunity to be the hero of the day

Avrillé is home to the magnificent Renaissance Château de la Guignardière, a privately owned and listed Historic Monument since 1978, which can be visited in part as it is being renovated. Outside, a vast 86-hectare wooded leisure park offers a real playground for adventurers happy to set off to discover 4 worlds : the pirate's treasure and the dinosaur trail outdoors, as well as the haunted house and the castle investigation indoors. Thrills, puzzles, research and good humor are on the agenda for the greatest pleasure of children delighted to be the hero of the day. Once the activity is over, the day continues at Western City (inflatable structures and outdoor games) and in the "Once upon a time" area which offers fun outdoor family games. Book your adventure between April and November !

The list of must-see amusement parks in Vendée is not exhaustive , but allows you to have fun all summer long according to your desires!

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