La Flocellière: Holiday Apartments and Houses
Accommodation in La Flocellière
The Château de La Flocellière has a long history: its origins date back to the 11th century, when it was an important fortress. The Château has been continuously inhabited for almost 1,000 years. It also includes a 13th-century keep.
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Photo: Rochebrune, Octave de (1824-1900). Graveur. Donateur via Source, Public domain
Anyone looking to rent a holiday apartment in La Flocellière already has the town in mind as a destination for their stay.
Culture and History
In the town centre stands the Chapelle de Lorette. It is open daily and houses an exact replica of the Sanctuary of Loreto. The walking tour Le Tour du Bourg – La Flocellière uses plaques attached to monuments and residential buildings to explain the history and architectural heritage of the town.
Visit
The Maison de la Vie Rurale in La Flocellière is open to everyone free of charge every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It offers a peaceful and informative walk focusing on the landscape, natural gardening, local skills and forgotten vegetable varieties.
Landscape and Nature
Granite characterises the landscape around La Flocellière. Oaks grow on the slopes, along with heathland featuring gorse and broom. To the east of the town lies the Étang du Coudreau, a pond covering just over 3 hectares. In winter, some migratory birds stop there to feed.
Other destinations in the same selection: Saint-Martin-Des-Noyers, Le Gué-De-Velluire, Monsireigne, Saint-Denis-du-Payré, Bouillé-Courdault, Saint-Juire-Champgillon, Réaumur, Bazoges-en-Paillers.
To the overarching travel overview: Vendée.
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