For this day, prepare yourself for a unique experience. There's no need to leave France to discover breathtaking lands. Just a few kilometres from Camping Les Alizés, come and discover one of the jewels of the Atlantic: I name it the Île d'Yeu. To best observe this wild-looking island, let us give you our tips and tricks.
To get to this island, you have two choices:
For this day, prepare yourself for a unique experience. There's no need to leave France to discover breathtaking lands. Just a few kilometres from Camping Les Alizés, come and discover one of the jewels of the Atlantic: I name it the Île d'Yeu. To best observe this wild-looking island, let us give you our tips and tricks.
Compagnie Yeu-continent and its catamarans, the crossing takes 30 minutes
Vendée-based company, the crossing takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour 15
The closest port to Les Alizés campsite is Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. It takes about 20 minutes to.
If you are coming by car, here are some car parks nearby:
**Tip:** To avoid paying for parking all day, you can also take the bus route connecting Saint Hilaire de Riez to Saint Gilles Croix de Vie. A ticket costs €2.10 and buses run regularly during peak season.
Cast off…
After a few minutes of crossing, you finally set foot on solid ground.
The crowd is moving, and you don't know where to go or where to start…
Follow our guide…
By bicycle…
To visit the island of Yeu, there's nothing better than **cycling**. The size of the island is particularly well-suited to this activity. This mode of transport allows you to get around easily while enjoying the fresh air and the scenery.
At the port of Joinville, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to hiring bicycles. Head to «La Roue Libre». Mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, electric bikes – choose the type that suits you and set off for a magnificent ride. Cliffs, rocks, beige sands… you'll see a variety of landscapes, each more beautiful than the last, pass before your eyes.
The island circuit is 38 kilometres long, the fittest will be able to set off to conquer the island's lands. For the others, here is an alternative:
Circuit: 16 km Duration: 1 hour Difficulty: Easy
This loop will allow you to discover the most beautiful spots on the island. ;
From the old castle to the Port de la Meule, you will walk along cliffs carved by the Atlantic waves. Continue your route to L'Anse des Soux, a small wild beach. A swim in its turquoise waters is a must. After this break in a heavenly setting and under a radiant sun, return to Port Joinville. On the way, you will pass through pretty typical villages of the island. On either side of the street, houses with blue shutters will follow one another.
A stroll in Port Joinville
Back in this small town on the island of Yeu, you can take the time to wander through its narrow streets. Sometimes lined with little houses with blue shutters, in some streets you can find small local artisan shops. Now is the time to bring back a souvenir of your getaway to this island.
To finish your day on an excellent note, and because after these kilometres of cycling you're feeling hungry, take a break. A few metres from the port, discover the restaurant «Les Hautes Mers». It's in a sumptuous setting, with the most beautiful view on the island, that the teams will serve you homemade dishes.
You'll be returning to Camping les Alizés with a head full of memories and unforgettable images.
It's time to catch the ferry again, this time to head back to the mainland.
After a day full of discoveries, you can relax on the terrace of your mobile home with a book or a drink, reminiscing with friends and family about your favourite spots from the day.
