Cycling paths on the Esplanade de la mer

Vendée island routes

The Vendée islands have more than 150 km of safe cycle paths, running between the sea, the dunes, the forest, the salt marshes and pastureland, on both dedicated cycle paths (70 km) and shorter, quiet routes suitable for cycle rides. The absence of hills and the leisure facilities (picnic area, water points, bicycle service areas, etc) make them a family-friendly destination, all the year round.
Download Vendée island routes and maps
Map on sale at the Tourist Information Centre.

Cycling paths in the forest

Added value

Summer hosts
Their job is to provide information to the public and keep an eye on the ecosystems in the Pays de Monts Forest. These cycle wardens can also be found at recreational areas, on the footpaths and cycle paths and at car parks in summer.

Bicycle service areas
To enhance the local network of cycle paths, the local authority, the Océan Marais de Monts council, has set up bicycle service areas, with bicycle racks, toilets, water points, picnic tables, maps, information and pumps. 

Cycling paths in the forest

Cycle hire

Le Cycl'Hop: cycles and four wheelers

Hire of four wheelers, tandems and cycles. Cycle repair also available. Before and after the season, open 9am to 7pm. Summer, open 9am to 11pm. Cycles delivered if required. Kids’ seats and trailers, tandems.
www.cyclhop.fr 
Tel. 02 51 58 04 81 

Cycles Maheau: cycle hire and maintenance

Peugeot-Trek-Exs-Casati dealer. Cycle hire. Same-day repairs, all makes.
www.cycles-maheau.com
Tel. 02 51 58 27 83

Bloo Bike: cycles and four wheelers

Wide range of cycles, family equipment e.g. kids’ seats and trailers, helmets, numerous types of hire.
Breakdown assistance, free delivery, maintenance & repair.
Open Easter to beginning of November. Non-stop, 9am to 11pm, every day in July and August.
www.bloobike.fr
Tel. 06 22 60 53 21

Cycling paths on the Esplanade de la mer

Cycling paths in the forest

Cycling paths in the forest