In winter
on the island of Noirmoutier
Recharge your batteries whilst bundled up on a walk. Appreciate the peacefulness of deserted beaches and inhale the aromas of the blossoming mimosas.
After an autumn bathed in light comes a time of great calm on Noirmoutier Island. A special time to get back in touch with your emotions. To listen to the calls of the birds come to stay for the winter. To breathe in the scent of the ocean, now returned to its wilderness state. To gorge yourself on that light which filters, towards and against everything. To savour the hint of iodine in oysters from the open sea. To scratch at the foreshore with your hands. To set your emotions free during a short breather before the exuberance of Christmastime!
Noirmoutier Island decks itself out in the colours of winter, offering you a different season with different delights. The beach is all yours, with your caps pulled down over your ears, so treat yourself to an invigorating walk, recharge your batteries, take a break! Then give in to a snack of crêpes with salted butter caramel in front of a hot chimney fire. Christmas carols thrust the streets into the magic of the holidays, the shop windows are decorated, the scent of delicious mulled wine wafts towards you, and children’s voices fill the air... You will be delighted as you recall the joyous images of Christmas holidays!!! Scarves and gloves have replaced flip-flops and shorts, people sip on hot cocoa at sidewalk cafés, and you can enjoy not worrying about the time. The emphasis is on walking. You say hello to the people you pass. You may not know them, but you all share the pleasure of being here.
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A weekend on the island of Noirmoutier
You've decided to spend your weekend on the island of Noirmoutier! With its typical landscapes, fine sandy beaches and must-see sites, the island is a haven of peace and tranquillity. And to make the most of your stay in the west of the Vendée, take advantage of our recommendations, prepared to satisfy every one of your desires.
A gourmet weekend
Fancy treating yourself during your weekend in Noirmoutier? The culinary specialities of the island of Noirmoutier are the perfect way to discover the island's heritage while indulging yourself. Here, your taste buds will be tickled by the exquisite flavours that are so special to the island of Noirmoutier. As well as the delicious dishes, you'll discover the riches of a unique terroir, where know-how and tradition are perpetuated to the delight of fine gourmets.
A weekend in nature
Like many people, you love wide open spaces, greenery, sandy beaches and landscapes as far as the eye can see? Can't get enough of watching the birds fly overhead, hearing the waves lapping on the beach or the seagulls flying by? The island of Noirmoutier is the ideal playground for your nature weekend. Fill up on positive energy and recharge your batteries in these typical Noirmoutier areas, where flora and fauna come together in perfect harmony to immerse you in an atmosphere of relaxation and serenity. You'll be amazed by every new discovery!
a weekend of heritage discovery
Fascinated by heritage, culture and traditions? The island of Noirmoutier and its many historical legacies is a favourite destination for all history lovers.
Take the time over a weekend to discover the imprint of a rich past that has left its mark on the rhythm and life of the island today. Through the island's architectural, agricultural, natural, artistic and, of course, maritime heritage, take the opportunity to discover the very special history of Noirmoutier, which has shaped many generations.
A wellness weekend
Would you like to recharge your batteries during your weekend on the island of Noirmoutier? As well as a variety of relaxing landscapes, the destination offers a wide range of activities to help you recharge your batteries and get back into top form. On the menu: rest, calm and fulfilment!
A must-see weekend
As we all know, a weekend goes by quickly and we often want to make the most of it, especially when it's our first time in the destination we've chosen. So to make the most of your time on the island of Noirmoutier, plan your stay around the must-sees you don't want to miss!
A weekend full of sensations
With 80km of cycle paths, an extensive coastline and a host of facilities at your disposal, it's hard not to take advantage of your weekend to try your hand at the many sporting activities on offer on the island. What if this break was the ideal opportunity to discover new activities, or improve your skills? Whether you're on your own or accompanied by the island's professionals, you're in for a thrilling weekend!
Enjoy Noirmoutier Island as a family
Discover a whole range of family-friendly activities and leisure: original tours on a tourist train or the horse-drawn Hippobus, crazy golf, laser tag, an escape room, a water park, beach clubs, sport lessons, an aquarium, horse riding, and the list goes on. Enough to amuse young and old and to brighten your stay on Noirmoutier Island.
EXPLORE HIKING PATHS
Discover our 5 hiking paths and explore the natural sites and landscapes of the island: salt marshes, dunes, forests, polders and more!
DAY EXCURSION TO THE ISLAND
Visiting the island of Noirmoutier in one day is possible thanks to the two routes that we have prepared for you, impossible to miss the places and key sites of the island.
