Campsite near Saint Jean de Monts
Our Grand Jardin campsite is located just 10 minutes from Saint Jean de Monts. This seaside resort in the Vendée, an hour south of Nantes, is very popular with families. Saint Jean de Monts is a small town in the Vendée department. The town is famous for its long sandy beach, which stretches for 8 km, and for its pretty coastline. Its pleasant climate makes it the ideal destination for a summer vacation in the West.
How do I get to Saint Jean de Monts from the campsite?
During your vacation at camping Le Grand Jardin, spend a day in Saint Jean de Monts with family and friends. Here are several ways to get there:
- By car in 10 min on the D38
- By bike along the Vélodyssée in 30 min: departure from Avenue de la mer, arrival at the Palais des Congrès. For 9.4 km, you can pedal in peace and quiet through the forest. The route is easy and offers several stops with picnic tables and access to the beaches.
What to do in Saint Jean de Monts
Saint Jean de Monts is a large seaside resort offering a wide range of activities whatever the season or your desires. Thanks to its extensive coastline and numerous beaches, the town offers a gentle, family-friendly atmosphere that will appeal to all visitors.
Discover the beaches of Saint Jean de Monts
There’s no shortage of beaches in Saint Jean de Monts! In fact, this Vendée commune boasts no fewer than 9 beaches, characterized by their fine sand, which appeals to many. These gently sloping beaches are ideal for swimming.
- Estacade beach
- Plage des Oiseaux and its Ferris wheel for a panoramic view of the city
- Demoiselles beach
- La plage de la baigneuse
- The beach at the nautical base
- La Davière beach
- Golf beach
- La Parée du Jonc beach
- Tonnelles beach
And if the weather doesn’t lend itself to a dip in the ocean, don’t hesitate to take advantage of the heated, covered swimming pool at camping le Grand Jardin!
Nautical activities
Take advantage of your stay on the Vendée coast to enjoy local water sports. On the program: sailing, kitesurfing, kayaking, sand yachting, paddleboarding or longe-côte. You’ll find the Saint Jean de Monts nautical base at 11 Avenue de l’Estacade, right next to the 400-meter-long wooden pontoon. If you prefer a more leisurely stroll, you can also opt for a trip out to sea.
Walks in Saint Jean de Monts
Explore Saint Jean de Monts through its trails and cycle paths and discover all its beauty.
The shells and pine cones loop is an easy one for the whole family and lasts about 1h15. During this bike ride, you’ll pass through the Forêt Domaniale des Pays de Monts and its wide open spaces. If you’d like to stop off at Plage des Demoiselles along the way, it’s possible!
Walking enthusiasts will also be delighted to discover Saint Jean de Monts on a variety of footpaths:
- the grainette trail
- le sentier d’eole
- the trail from the dune to the marsh
- the explorer’s trail
Cultural discovery of the city
Want to learn more about thehistory of Saint Jean de Monts? Climb aboard the little train of Saint Jean de Monts and learn more about its history. The 45-minute tour also includes a gourmet discovery at the Marais Breton.
Check out theSaint Jean de Monts Tourist Office website for all the things to do!
Stay in a 4-star campsite near Saint Jean de Monts
After an intensive tour of the town, head for our 4-star campsite located 10 minutes from Saint Jean de Monts. You can then relax in your mobile home’s Jacuzzi or enjoy a spot of fishing in the nearby river. Children can have fun in the play area, which features a bouncy castle, swing, pony and slides!
