Sainte-Flaive-Des-Loups: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups has preserved its rural character in a bocage landscape. The Vendée Vélo cycle route passes through Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups and the intercommunal forest. The town is located near the expressway between La Roche-sur-Yon and Les Sables d’Olonne in the Vendée.

Those choosing Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups as a destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Culture

The church of Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups is a Neo-Gothic church built in 1895 by the architect Libaudière. A pipe organ was installed in the church in 1990.

The Logis des Bâtiments du Gué was built at the end of the 15th century. The seigneurie of Bâtiments du Gué has been mentioned since the 13th century.

The Bâtiments du Gué complex, including its moats, gardens and the section of stream bordering the garden, was listed by decree of 28 August 1995.

The privately owned Logis du Gué is opened during the European Heritage Days.

Activities

Fishing is permitted at the lake in Parc de la Chênaie with the required fishing permit; the permit is available from the tourist office.

Parc de la Chênaie has a playground with a zip line, swing and climbing frame.

The park also includes a multisport court and a fitness area. It is suitable for local events such as the Jaunay'Stivales festival, flea markets and fireworks displays.

Circuit No. 61 in Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups is a 31 km horse-riding route, 87% of which runs along paths; it is intended for riders and horse-drawn carriages.

The route is described as easy and without climbs. It starts and ends at the Moulin du Beignon and includes an equestrian stop at La Joussenière with tables and hitching rails.

Food and Drink

La Ferme du Petit Grain in Sainte-Flaive-des-Loups offers direct sales by prior reservation; ordered goods are collected on site. Products include poultry such as chickens and guinea fowl, as well as porridge oats and muesli from organic farming.

Other places in the selection: Saint-Vincent-Sterlanges, Saint-André-Goule-d'Oie, Chauché, Saint-Malô-Du-Bois, Les Brouzils, Les Herbiers, Le Champ-Saint-Père, Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie.

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