Uncover History at the Vendée Memorial

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, head towards Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne. From the center of Les Sables-d'Olonne, take the D85 and head northeast towards La Roche-sur-Yon. Merge onto the N149 towards Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne. Continue on N149 for approximately 30km. Take the exit toward Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne and follow the signs to Historial de Vendée. The memorial is located at 85170 Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne. Parking is available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Vendée Memorial via public transportation, start from Les Sables-d'Olonne train station. Take a regional train towards La Roche-sur-Yon and get off at the La Roche-sur-Yon station. From there, you can catch bus line 12 to Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne. The bus will drop you off near the Historial de Vendée. Check the local bus schedule for timings as they may vary. A ticket for the train costs approximately €10, and the bus fare is around €3.

• Taxi

  For a more direct route, consider taking a taxi from your current location in Vendée Coast. Taxis are available in most towns, or you can book one through a local taxi service. Expect the fare to be around €40-€60 from Les Sables-d'Olonne to the Vendée Memorial, depending on traffic and time of day.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, cycling to the Vendée Memorial is a great option. There are bike paths along the D85. From Les Sables-d'Olonne, take the bike path towards La Roche-sur-Yon, following the signs for the Vélodyssée route. It's about 30km and should take roughly 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on your cycling speed. Remember to wear a helmet and follow road safety regulations.