Musée Automobile de Vendée: A Family's Automotive Passion
Explore over 200 vintage vehicles from 1885 to present day at this family-owned automotive museum in Talmont-Saint-Hilaire, France.
The Musée Automobile de Vendée showcases a private collection of over 200 vehicles, from vintage cars to motorcycles, dating back to 1885. Founded by the Giron family, the museum displays automotive history through meticulously restored vehicles and period memorabilia in Talmont-Saint-Hilaire.
A brief summary to Automobile Museum
- D949 Avenue des Sables, Talmont-Saint-Hilaire, 85440, FR
- +33251220581
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-7 pm
- Thursday 10 am-7 pm
- Friday 10 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-7 pm
- Sunday 10 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the summer months (April to September) to enjoy the museum's extended opening hours.
- Take advantage of the picnic area to enjoy a meal surrounded by automotive history.
- Check the museum's website for temporary exhibitions and special events.
Getting There
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Driving
The Musée Automobile de Vendée is located on the D949, the road between Les Sables-d'Olonne and Talmont-Saint-Hilaire. From either town, follow the D949. The museum is well-signposted. There is ample free parking available on site.
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Public Transport
While there isn't a direct bus route to the museum, you can take a bus to Talmont-Saint-Hilaire and then a taxi to the museum. Buses are available from Les Sables-d'Olonne and other nearby towns. A taxi from the center of Talmont-Saint-Hilaire to the museum will cost approximately €9-€20. During the summer, 'La Talmondaise' is a free shuttle that runs between the Veillon beach and the city center with 11 stops. From one of the stops you could take a taxi to the museum.
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