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Visitor guide
Tourism in the
heart of THE Vendée
La Roche-sur-Yon
& district
www.ot-roche-sur-yon.fr
Welcome
To La Roche-sur-Yon & District !
Our town and surrounding area, located halfway between Nantes and La Rochelle, and right in the
heart of the Vendée, is only 25 minutes from the sea. It has everything you could ever ask for, and its
blend of urban and rural, what we call the ‘Vendée way of life’, will help you enjoy your stay to the full.
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CONTENTS
DISCOVER La Roche-sur-Yon
and the surrounding area....................... p. 4
• The town of La Roche-sur-Yon
- Mechanical beasts in the open air
- Iconic sites and monuments
- Places of interest
• A landscape rich in diversity
SAVOUR our everyday success stories .... p. 14
• Visit local companies
APPRECIATE the art of living.............p. 16
• Keeping fit
• Having fun
• Going out
• Shopping
• Eating out
DON'T MISS the big events.................p. 22
GETTING ABOUT.................................p. 24
• Maps
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Editorial board: communications department and Tourist
Information Centre of La Roche-sur-Yon & district.
Photos: La Roche-sur-Yon & district, J. Auvinet, A. Lamoureux,
F. Chappaz - La Roche-sur-Yon Town Council.
Translation: Interlink.
non contractual document. Printing: Imprimerie Yonnaise.
Not responsible for typing errors. July 2014.
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DISCOVER
La Roche-sur-Yon and the surrounding area
THE TOWN OF LA roche-sur-yon
Before it was partially destroyed in 1793 during
the wars of the Vendée, La Roche-sur-Yon had
been the capital of a principality in the time of
the 'Ancien Régime' . By the decree of the 25th
May 1804, it replaced Fontenay-le-Comte as
administrative centre for the Vendée. Napoleon
imposed the construction of a new town which
was to be modelled on the concept of the “ideal
city” from ancient history. La Roche-sur-Yon
forms a pentagon and is organised like a Chinese
Checkers board, spreading out from a central
point, in this case, The Place Napoléon, which
boasts a statue of the emperor astride his horse.
 MECHANICAL BEASTS IN THE OPEN AIR
The origins of these uniquely fascinating mechanical beasts
are closely related to the origins of La Roche-sur-Yon and
its founding emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte. In The Place
Napoléon you can admire the menagerie that was transported
back from the General’s campaign in Egypt at the end of the
18th century, and now given a new lease of life by La Machine
association from Nantes.
Young and old alike can use the various controls and levers to
manipulate a crocodile from the Nile, a camel, a hippopotamus
and even a sacred ibis.
Be a part of the show!
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DISCOVER LA ROCHE-SUR-YON AND THE SURROUNDING AREA | THE TOWN OF LA ROCHE-SUR-YON
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UNMISSABLE EVENTS FOR 2014
Exhibition
Philippe Ramette’s very unusual photos can be
found at the ‘Vues en ville’ exhibition in Napoleon
Square throughout the summer. Julien Massé has
designed a purpose built structure out of vegetable
matter to house the exhibition!
Musical Entertainment
• On 1st and 15th June the Conservatoire offers a
‘Kiosque en musique';
• ‘Le café de l’été’ concerts take place in 'Les
jardins de la Mairie', hall between 10th July and
22nd August;
• The pianist, Tristan Pfaff, will be performing on
5th September at the ‘terrasse du dromadaire’ in
Place Napoléon.
Find out more about what’s happening during the holiday period
at the Tourist Information Centre.
* Times may vary : www.ville-larochesuryon.fr
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 ICONIC SITES AND MONUMENTS
L'EGLISE SAINT NICOLAS
The church’s Roman basilica-inspired design
is a shining example of early 19th century
neoclassical architecture. Particular features
are its vast arched ceiling with its trompel’oeil: painted panels decorated in roses, and
its 14th century statue in polychrome wood
dedicated to Notre Dame de La Roche.
Place Napoléon - La Roche-sur-Yon
Free admission.
Open 7th July to 30th August: Monday to Saturday,
1pm to 6pm (not open on public holidays)
For the rest of the year: open in the afternoon
(Contact 02 51 37 04 37).
LA MAISON RENAISSANCE
The town’s oldest building (1566), located in
the centre, is noted for its spiral staircase and
imposing chimneys. It houses a permanent
exhibition on the history of La Roche-sur-Yon
and gives pride of place to René Couzinet,
the famous aircraft manufacturer.
Rue du vieux Marché - La Roche-sur-Yon
Free admission.
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Open 7th July to 30th August: Monday to Saturday,
3pm to 6pm (Except public holidays).
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With its mix of cultural heritage and curious sights, La Roche-sur-Yon is full of
surprises. Decor and ambiance accompany you from one street to the next, and from one
neighbourhood to the next as a variety of centuries old buildings retrace the sumptuous
history of the town.
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The museum, which was built in the latter
part of the 19th century, has two major
themes: 19th century paintings and graphic
art, and contemporary photography.
Temporary exhibitions.
Rue Jean Jaurès - La Roche-sur-Yon
02 51 47 48 35
www.ville-larochesuryon.fr
Free admission.
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LE MUSEE
Open Tuesday to Saturday, 1pm to 6pm, all year
round, except public holidays.
LE THEATRE A L'ITALIENNE
With its ‘ancient temple’ entrance, this
building sits in harmony with its more sober
Napoleonic neighbours. And behind the
facade is revealed a magnificent Italian style
theatre.
Place du Théâtre - La Roche-sur-Yon
Free admission.
Open 7th July to 30th August: Monday to
Saturday, 3pm to 6pm (Except public holidays).
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LA MAISON GUEFFIER
This house is symbolic of the
type of building envisaged
by the ‘bridges and roads’
engineers
during
the
construction of the new town. It
is the only remaining rammed
earth house in La Roche-surYon. In 2002 it became a centre
for art and literature.
Esplanade Jeannie Mazurelle La Roche-sur-Yon
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Not open for visits
LE HARAS DE LA VENDEE
Boasting 11 acres of greenery in the centre of town, the Haras de la Vendée has dedicated
itself to the art of horse riding, and unusually, the very buildings themselves were
originally designed for the rearing of horses. Relish the thought of seeing horses from
different parts of the world, be amazed at the exceptional talents of the saddlers and the
farriers, and enjoy the horse riding shows, the range of activities and the workshops.
120 boulevard des Etats-Unis - La Roche-sur-Yon - 02 51 37 48 48 - www.vendee.fr
Price: Adult €5 - 18 to 25 €3 - Under 18s, free admission.
Open 30th April to 27th June and 1st to 21st September: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 2pm
to 6pm. July and August: every day, 10am to 7pm.
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FOLLOWING IN NAPOLEON’S FOOTSTEPS
With our audio guide, you can journey back to the
time when La Roche-sur-Yon was being rebuilt and
learn how Napoleon created a town for the future.
The advantage of this type of tour is that you don’t
have to tag along with a group, and you can take as
long as you like!
Duration: approx 1 hour 30.
PRICE:
Audio Guide: €2
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The app offers a number of extras such as quizzes, old
pictures and past street maps, all of which will help you see
the town in a completely different light!
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 PLACES OF INTEREST
LE MUSEE DU CHOCOLAT
Maison Gelencser, a manufacturer of
chocolate since 1956, invites you on a
chocolaty quest to discover the origins of
the cocoa bean. The 3,200 square feet of the
Chocolate Museum is divided into six themed
areas, offering the visitor a multisensory
circuit punctuated by a variety of taste
experiences and activities. It’s educational;
it’s delightful and it’s gluttonous! And at the
end of the adventure, all the mysteries of
chocolate will have been revealed. The purest
of pleasures for young and old alike.
38 Rue Paul Emile Victor - La Roche-sur-Yon
02 51 24 22 40 - www.chocolats-gelencser.com
Price : Adult €5.50 - children aged 6
to 12 €3.50 - under 6s free admission.
Open June, July and August: Tuesday to Saturday,
10am to 7pm; Sunday, 2pm to 7pm.
Open September, October and November:
Wednesday and Saturday, 10am to 7pm, and
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, 2pm to 7pm.
THE BEAUTOUR VISITOR CENTRE
The exhibition of birds and insects, which form part of Georges Durand’s extensive
collection, provides a fascinating insight into the world of the naturalist from the 20th
century through to today. The 20 acre park includes a willow maze, an insect house and a
number of educational ponds, making it the ideal place to learn about the workings of the
environment and what we need to do to conserve it.
Lieu-dit Beautour - La Roche-sur-Yon
02 51 24 32 40 - www.beautour-paysdelaloire.fr
Price : Adult €5 - children, students, jobseekers €3.50.
Open July and August: Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 7pm; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 2pm
to 7pm.
Rest of year: Tuesday to Saturday and public holidays, 2pm to 6pm.
Closed first three weeks of January.
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DISCOVER LA ROCHE-SUR-YON AND THE SURROUNDING AREA | A LANDSCAPE RICH IN DIVERSITY
A LANDSCAPE RICH IN DIVERSITY
By following the River Yon you will discover other places of interest in La Roche-sur-Yon &
district. There are also lots of sites to visit in the wider area.
LA MAISON DES LIBELLULES
Join the hunt for dragonflies. 4,300 square feet of exhibition space is available to learn about
this wonderful insect and its habitat. For 2014, the temporary exhibition, ‘Enquête à la mare,
l'expo dont tu es le héros’, has been given over to budding naturalists aged 7 and upwards.
There is also a garden for those who enjoy moments of calm and observation. And not far
away, the River Yon offers numerous trails. All year round 'La maison des libellules' is open
for nature outings, workshops, shows, conferences. Lots of activities for all ages.
9 place de l'église - Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux
02 51 06 03 15 - www.maisondeslibellules.fr
Price : Adult €5 - children €3.50 - Under 6s, free admission.
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Open May: Sunday and public holidays, 2pm to 6pm. Easter/October school holidays, June, first
fortnight in September: every day except Saturday, 2pm to 6pm. July and August: Monday to Friday,
10.30am to 7pm, and Saturday, Sunday, public holidays, 2pm to 7pm.
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L'EGLISE SAINT NICOLAS
This 11th century church is the Vendée’s
most impressive Norman edifice and is
classified as a historical monument.
Place de l'église
La Chaize-le-Vicomte
02 51 05 70 21
www.lachaizelevicomte.fr
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Open every day: 9am to 6pm, except during
religious services.
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L'ESPACE DES RECORDS DU MONDE
Enter a world of outlandish dimensions! At
'L'espace des records du monde', everyday
objects have become enormous. Groups
and individuals can enjoy this unforgettable
experience !
16 rue Jules Verne - Aubigny
02 28 15 50 63 - www.espacedesrecords.com
Price: Adult €6 - children €4 - Under 6s, free admission.
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Open 1st April to 30th June: every day except Friday,
2pm to 6pm.
July and August: Monday to Friday, 10.30am to
12.30pm and 2.30pm to 6.30pm; Saturday and
Sunday, 3pm to 7pm.
1st to 28th September: every day except Friday and
Saturday, 2pm to 6pm.
LES JARDINS DU LORIOT
On a 12 acre site, which is never far from either farmland or sea, 'Les jardins du Loriot'
have flowers and plants from all over the world, changing as the seasons change. You can
admire the 130 varieties of bamboo that have been brought back from Asia, Africa and the
Americas by lovers of botany and adventure.
60 chemin de la Tour - Venansault
02 51 40 35 41 - www.jardinsduloriot.fr
Price: Adult €6.5 - children, students, jobseekers €3.50.
Open June and September: Sunday and public holidays, 2.30pm to 7pm. July and August: Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 2.30pm to 7pm.
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LE MOULIN DE RAMBOURG
Open July and August: every day except Saturday 1pm to 7pm.
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Hidden away under the trees sits 'Le moulin de Rambourg', the last of the
forty water mills originally built along the River Yon, all its early 20th century
mechanisms still intact. Walking trails, fishing, kayaking and a picnic area are
available.
Lieu-dit Rambourg - Nesmy - 02 51 06 03 15 - [email protected]
Price : Adult €3 - children €2.
LE MUSEE ORNITHOLOGIQUE
CHARLES PAYRAUDEAU
Marvel at the 2,000 naturalised birds collected
by Charles Payraudeau, the zoologist. His
museum is only a stone’s throw from the
church in La Chaize-le-Vicomte.
La Chaize-le-Vicomte - 02 51 05 87 84
www.lachaizelevicomte.fr
Price: Adult €5.50 - children €3.50 - Under
6s, free admission.
Open January to June: Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 5pm. July and August:
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 6pm. Closed
exceptionally for approximately 5 months starting September 2014.
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SAVOUR
our everyday success stories
Every day, our economic future is being constructed with bold determination. And all year
round, our businesses are eager to share the secrets of their success. The guided visits
are free of charge.
VISIT LOCAL COMPANIES
LES cafés albert (1)
It may be of humble origins, but 'Les Cafés Albert' have now reached a total of nearly
1,000 clients (restaurants and bars) and they sell over 1,000 packets of coffee every day.
Find out more about the roasting process and taste the result at the end of the tour!
www.cafes-albert.fr - guided tour every Friday between 11am and 12pm.
39, impasse Paul Renaud - LA ROCHE-SUR-YON
cosmétane (2)
Sandrine Viguié welcomes you to her farm. As her jennet (female donkey) raising business
provides milk which is reputed for its very special qualities, she had the idea of combining
this milk with grape seed oil to create a range of cosmetic products under the brand name
'Cosmétane'. She is keen to pass on her knowledge of donkeys and give you the opportunity
to try your hand at milking (possible June to September when donkeys lactating).
www.cosmetane.com - guided tour Wednesday between 4pm and 6pm.
25, route des Crèches - SAINT FLORENT-DES-BOIS
scénario (3)
Enter the 'Scénario' kitchens and follow the ‘forward flow’ based catering process as the
various ingredients are brought in, inspected, prepared and stored ready for delivery to
customers. A tasting session is offered at the end of the visit.
www.scenario-traiteur.fr - guided tour Wednesday between 10am and 11am.
74, rue d'Aizenay - LA ROCHE-SUR-YON
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LA poterie de nesmy (4)
'La poterie de Nesmy' is the oldest family run pottery in the area, specialising in
traditional hand turned pottery with a glaze finish. During the visit you will observe the
ancient methods used to master clay, from the turning through to the baking through to
the glazing and finally the decorating. At the end of the visit you can admire the finished
products in the boutique.
www.poteriedenesmy.com - guided tour Tuesday and Friday 10.15am to 11.15am.
23, rue Georges Clemenceau - NESMY
Le Domaine des jumeaux (5)
'Le domaine des Jumeaux' vineyard can be found in the middle of the Yon valley. Its owner,
Jean-Marc Tard will take you round his wine estate with its biodynamic wine production.
He will also explain how the grape vines need to be tended from one season to the next,
and how he has to make his way up and down the rows of vines with his horse-drawn
plough to ensure that the earth is turned in an environmentally friendly way. And needless
to say, there is a wine tasting session at the end of the visit.
www.domainedesjumeaux.com - guided tour Saturday between 11am and 12pm.
30, rue de la Mairie - CHAILLÉ-SOUS-LES-ORMEAUX
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APPRECIATE
the art of living
KEEPING FIT
la vallée de l'yon
The 30 mile River 'Yon' meanders peacefully from the north to the south of La Roche-surYon. In the north, the river forms a lake behind the dam at Moulin Papon. In the south, it
slowly descends to Piquet, one of the most picturesque parts of the valley.
The valley, with its 100 acres of land
set aside for a variety of activities, is
perfect for those who want to leave
the confines of the town behind them
and in a trice, embrace nature’s
charms.
Inhale the leafy air as you walk
or cycle for an hour or a day, far
removed from the hustle and bustle
of the nearby seaside resorts.
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APPRECIATE THE ART OF LIVING | KEEPING FIT
WALKING AND CYCLING
With over 36 trails (between 2 to 12 miles
long) to choose from, there are endless
possibilities to explore the local scenery and
enjoy the area’s mix of cultural and natural
landmarks.
Two of the Vendée’s main cycle routes pass
through the Yonnais district: one takes you
to the seaside while the other takes you past
the bocage (farmland typical of the west of
France).
HORSE RIDING
The horse has had a key role to play in the
history of the area.
Our Yonnais equestrian centres organise
pony trails and outings in horse-drawn
carriages so that visitors can appreciate
the beauty of the surrounding countryside
in the company of a noble steed.
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APPRECIATE THE ART OF LIVING | HAVING FUN
HAVING FUN
FLYING ACTIVITIES
HOT AIR BALLOONS (Montgolfiere)
Aérodrome René Couzinet - Les Ajoncs
85000 LA ROCHE-SUR-YON
06 42 97 29 42
www.volabulle.com
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CANOEING (Canoe) (3)
CLUB PARACHUTISTE VENDEEN (1)
CAMPING LE MOULIN DE RAMBOURG
51, Rambourg – 85310 NESMY
02 51 07 63 83
www.campingmoulinderambourg.com
06 07 02 33 45
www.clubparachutistevendeen.com
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AMUSEMENT/LEISURE PARKS
FUNSHINE
9, la Morinière
85280 LA FERRIERE
02 51 98 42 86
www.funshine.fr
AEROCLUB YONNAIS
ROYAL KIDS
GILDING (Vol A VOILE)
LASER GAME EVOLUTION
02 51 37 05 17
www.aeroclub-yonnais.com
66, rue Savary de l’Epineraye
02 51 62 23 58
www.royalkids.fr
02 51 05 01 91
www.planeur-vvy.fr
Rue Guillaume De Machaut
02 51 37 19 92
www.lasergame-evolution.com
MICROLIGHT AVIATION (ULM) (2)
CITY ZÈBRES
M. HENRI GRéAUD
Le Bois au Duc
85480 THORIGNY
02 51 07 28 16 / 06 80 30 22 77
www.vendee-ulm.fr
Les Petites Bazinières,
rue Benjamin Franklin
02 51 24 89 02
www.cityzebres.fr
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APPRECIATE THE ART OF LIVING | HAVING FUN
TEN PIN BOWLING
(4)
BOWLING DU PARC
Bd Don Quichotte
02 51 37 58 85
www.bowlingduparc.fr
GOLF (5)
GOLF BLUE GREEN DE LA DOMANGERE
La Domangère - 85310 NESMY
02 51 07 65 90
www.bluegreen.com/domangere
mini-golf
LES TERRES NOIRES
06 77 95 22 52
PAINTBALL
AXE YON PAINTBALL
Basses Barbontes - La Sapinière
06 81 59 99 80
FISHING (PeCHE)
FEDERATION DE VENDEE POUR LA PECHE
ET LA PROTECTION DU MILIEU AQUATIQUE
10, bis rue Haxo
02 51 37 19 05
www.federation-peche-vendee.fr
Purchase your fishing permit at the
Tourist Information Centre.
SWIMMING POOLS/SKATING RINK
COMPLEXE PISCINE ET
PATINOIRE ARAGO
Impasse des Olympiades
02 51 05 58 55
www.larochesuryonagglomeration.fr
PISCINE ARMONIA
Rond-point Bernard Palissy
09 70 80 82 21
www.espace-armonia.fr
PISCINE INTERCOMMUNALE
DE LA ROCHE-SUR-YON
AGGLOMERATION (6)
Le Pavillon
85310 SAINT FLORENT-DES-BOIS
02 51 09 01 60
www.larochesuryonagglomeration.fr
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APPRECIATE THE ART OF LIVING | GOING OUT
GOING OUT
cinemas
CONCERTS/SHOWS
CINeVILLE
SCeNE NATIONALE “LE GRAND R”
Rue François Cevert
02 51 47 86 30
www.cineville.fr
CINeMA LE CONCORDE (1)
8 rue Gouvion
02 51 36 26 76
www.cinema-concorde.com
CINeMA LE CARFOUR
Rue de Nesmy
85430 AUBIGNY
02 51 98 02 61
www.carfour.blogspot.com
CINeMA LE ROC
71, rue Nationale
85280 LA FERRIERE
02 51 40 62 26
www.cinemaleroc.fr
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Esplanade Jeannie Mazurelle
Rue Pierre Bérégovoy
02 51 47 83 83
www.legrandr.com
FUZZ’YON
10, rue Pasteur
02 51 06 97 70
www.fuzzyon.com
LA LONGeRE DE BEAUPUY
Beaupuy
85000 MOUILLERON-LE-CAPTIF
02 51 31 10 50
www.mairie-mouilleronlecaptif.fr
VENDeSPACE
Parc de Beaupuy
85000 MOUILLERON-LE-CAPTIF
02 51 44 79 85
www.vendespace.vendee.fr
LA GUINGUETTE DE PIQUET
Lieu-dit Piquet – 85310 LE TABLIER
02 51 46 73 52
www.guinguette-piquet.com
Events calendar
available at the
Tourist Information
Centre.
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APPRECIATE THE ART OF LIVING | SHOPPING | EATING OUT
SHOPPING
THE TOWN CENTRE
LES FLANERIES CENTRE
The 500 independent retailers
and franchises in the centre of
La Roche-sur-Yon represent the
very lifeblood of the town. And if
you are looking for a wonderful
selection of products, the area
around the market and the
semi-pedestrian zone on Rue
Clemenceau are overflowing
with small shops.
The biggest shopping centre in the Vendée has a
unique design, offering 46 shops: clothing, shoes,
DIY, etc...
Route de Nantes
La Roche-sur-Yon
SUD AVENUE CENTRE
The last of our shopping centres
is based in the south of the
town. 45 shops offer homeware,
fashion items, the latest in sport
and leisure, and the list goes on.
Route de La Tranche-sur-Mer
La Roche-sur-Yon
EATING OUT
With over a hundred places to eat in the area: traditional
restaurants, brasseries, international cuisine, crêperies,
pizzerias and fast food outlets, there’s something to cater for
everyone’s tastes.
Full list available
at the Tourist Informa
tion Centre
www.ot-roche-sur-yo
n.fr
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DON’T MISS
the big events
All year round, La Roche-sur-Yon & district delivers a rich and varied events programme to
ensure that young and old alike will always have something to look forward to.
JANUARY
JULY - AUGUST
LA FOLLE JOURNee
'La Folle Journée' in Nantes and the Pays de
la Loire region has gained a strong foothold in
La Roche-sur-Yon. This major classical music
festival is increasing in popularity every year.
www.follejournee.fr
le cafe de l'ete
The ‘Café de l’Eté’ festival at La Rochesur-Yon is a series of free outdoor concerts
that take place in a spacious garden with
trees, pergolas and a bar. The performers
hail from all corners of the globe, so the
music is in constant transition.
MARCH - APRIL
Les esquisses d'ete
'Le jardin des compagnons' in the centre
of La Roche-sur-Yon is the venue for
some excellent literary interpretation
of an evening. ‘Les Esquisses d'Eté’
festival is held in honour of writers and
thespians. The ‘Menteur Volontaire’
theatre company present a programme
of themed readings and short plays in
the intimate surroundings of a walled
garden.
www.lementeurvolontaire.com
LA bicentenaire
'La Bicentenaire' is the ultimate individual/
team race. If you enjoy long distance running
or walking, what better way to start the spring?
La Bicentenaire
les nuits de la vieille horloge
At the end of August the lights go up
on ‘Les nuits de la vieille horloge’. The
Pirate theatre company interpret the
great works of Beaumarchais, Musset,
Goldoni, Rostand, Feydeau, and many
more. And so the stage is set to revisit
the classics in the oldest part of town.
Les nuits de la Vieille Horloge
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DON’T MISS | THE BIG EVENTS
SEPTEMBER
festival mEtEores
This festival is a festival for youth, one of the highlights of the year, and an opportunity
to start the new school year in style. A whole mix of eclectic and cultural experiences is
proposed: contemporary music, movies, visual arts, street art and various shows.
www.festival-meteores.fr
festival face et si
Every September since 1997, the ‘Festival Face et Si’ delivers a programme for all ages.
Headline acts from France and abroad, along with local acts, perform over a three day
period.
www.festival-faceetsi.com
octobER
© Stéphane Audran
Festival Météores
festival international
du film
If La Roche-sur-Yon is acknowledged
as being “the most movie-mad place
in France” it’s because there is an
unbreakable bond between the town
and the world of films. The week long
'Festival International du Film' offers
a carefully thought out programme
of films, workshops and debates for
all age groups; it even runs its own
film competition. And after certain
screenings, filmmakers and actors
join members of the audience to
discuss their work.
www.fif-85.com
Festival Face & Si
Festival International du Film
For more events
Visit
www.ot-roche-sur-y
on.fr
23
GETTING ABOUT
in La Roche-sur-Yon and the surrounding area
HOW TO REACH US
By TGV train: La Roche-sur-Yon is 3 hours
from Paris and 40 minutes from Nantes.
By car: a little over 4 hours to Paris /
45 minutes to Nantes by motorway.
By plane: Nantes-Atlantique airport is 45
minutes from La Roche-sur-Yon.
Paris :
3h (TGV)
Nantes :
40 min (TGV)
Strasbourg :
2h20 (TGV
+ avion)
HOW TO GET ABOUT
By bus: services to all 15 local towns/villages.
By bycycle: bicycle rental with Vélyon.
Information available at the Impulsyon office
in Place Napoleon : 3, galerie de l’Empire - La
Roche-sur-Yon.
By car: all local towns/villages can be accessed in
under 30 minutes from the town centre via a network
of motorways/dual carriageways.
Bordeaux :
3h20
(Intercités)
Toulouse :
2h30 (TGV
+ avion)
Lyon :
2h10 (TGV
+ avion)
WHERE TO PARK IN la roche-sur-yon
Over 6,000 places are available in the town centre, 620 of which are in multi-storey car
parks (Clemenceau and Les Halles).
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GETTING ABOUT | MAPS
THE vendée
LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE
Towards NANTES
A 83
ISLAND OF NOIRMOUTIER
MAINE-ET-LOIRE
Towards CHOLET / ANGERS
A 87
MONTAIGU
BEAUVOIR
CHALLANS
ISLAND OF YEU
LE PUY DU FOU
LES HERBIERS
AIZENAY
DEUX-SÈVRES
La Roche-sur-Yon
and district
OCÉAN
ATLANTIQUE
LES SABLES D’OLONNE
LUÇON
FONTENAY-LE-COMTE
LA TRANCHE-SUR-MER
A 83
Towards NIORT
Towards LA ROCHELLE
CHARENTE-MARITIME
25
GETTING ABOUT | MAPs
NANTES
MONTAIGU
la roche-sur-yon & DISTRICT
IRM
CH
AL
OU
LA
NS
dompierre-sur-yon
2
TIE
R
15
mouilleronle-captif
venansault
14
O
L’YON
CH
60
48
N1
la chaize-le-vicomte
7
A8
landeronde
1
0
13
4
péage
la roche-sur-yon
D 948
5 FONTEN
AYLE
fougeré
-CO
A8
7
LES
SAB
12
les clouzeaux
N
RT
6
chaillé-sous10
les-ormeaux
nesmy
9
11
aubigny
7
st-florent-des-bois
LE
EL
CH
RO
ON
LA
Rail
Motorway
-MER
6/ thorigny
Centre Beautour
Musée du Chocolat
7/ st-florent-des-bois
2/ dompierre-sur-yon
8/ le tablier
3/ la ferrière
9/ chaillé-sous-lesormeaux
Dual carriageway
11/ aubigny
Espace des Records du Monde
12/ les clouzeaux
13/ landeronde
14/ venansault
4/ la chaize-le-vicomte
Maison des libellules
Jardins du Loriot.
église Saint-Nicolas
Musée Ornithologique Payraudeau
10/ nesmy
15/ mouilleron-le-captif
Moulin de Rambourg
A83
Ç
LU
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CHE
1/ la roche-sur-yon
5/ fougeré
26
E
Ver
s
6
thorigny
8
le tablier
RAN
LA T
NE
LON
D'O
ES
NAY
L
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B
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SA
OUR
LES
T-B
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7
NE
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D 74
0
N 16
AR
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3
D9
N 16
T
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la ferrière
D 937
NO
IS
A87
GETTING ABOUT | MAPs
la roche-sur-yon
sncf
train
station
place
napoléon
4
1
5
2
TOURISM
INFORMATION
CENTRE
3
6
7
1/ Les animaux de la place
2/ église Saint Louis
3/ Maison Renaissance
4/ Théâtre à l'italienne
5/ Musée municipal
6/ Maison Gueffier
7/ Haras de la Vendée
27
7 Place du Marché
(Quartier des Halles)
85000 La Roche-sur-Yon
02 51 36 00 85
[email protected]

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