Discover our campsite in La Tranche sur Mer

When you stay at the La Tranche sur Mer campsite, you’ll discover a commune with many assets. La Tranche sur Mer, on the Côte de Lumière, boasts numerous beaches and a natural environment that you’re sure to appreciate. In one of our comfortable accommodations or camping pitches, you can enjoy the Vendée in a unique way. With our superb heated swimming pool and our many activities, you’ll always find a way to have fun at Camping du Jard.

La Tranche sur Mer: Vendée seaside resort

Located by the sea, La Tranche sur Mer is one of the top destinations for a waterfront holiday. In addition to its magnificent scenery and unique sunshine, it is renowned for the many opportunities it offers for leisure and water sports activities. Perfect for a family holiday, here’s everything you need to know about this beautiful seaside resort in Vendée!

Like most towns in the Vendée, La Tranche-sur-Mer has captured the hearts of tourists with its postcard-perfect natural landscape. Despite the years and the changes that have taken place, the town has always managed to retain its authenticity and island character. Boasting an exceptional geographical location, it lies at the gateway to the Charente-Maritime region, between the resorts of Longeville-sur-Mer and La Faute-sur-Mer. With its extraordinary view over the Ile de Ré, it’s the ideal place for a relaxing vacation. Covering an area of 2,104 hectares, the kingdom of sand has everything to make you dream.

The seaside at La Tranche sur Mer

Like all the seaside resorts in the Vendée, La Tranche sur Mer is the ideal destination for water sports enthusiasts. This is what has earned it the title of “one of the great family resorts on the Atlantic coast”. The weather at La Tranche sur Mer is perfect for all kinds of activities, so make the most of it!

Water sports activities at La Tranche sur Mer

The town offers a wide range of water sports. Between surfing, stand-up paddling, sand yachting, sailing, kitesurfing and yoga paddling, you’ll have no shortage of choices to keep your vacation as busy as you like.

The city’s most popular activity is surfing. Indeed, this territory offers an admirable challenge for this sport, thanks to its wild beaches and numerous rollers. Beginners can try their hand at one of the many surf schools available in the town.

Beaches as far as the eye can see at La Tranche sur Mer

With almost 13 kilometers of water, La Tranche sur Mer is one of the French towns to have been awarded the “Pavillon Bleu” label. Whether you want to sunbathe or spend time with family, friends or even on your own, you’re sure to have a great time on its magnificent beaches.

Don’t hesitate to take a stroll along the beautiful La Terrière beach. Considered the wildest stretch of water in the city, it stretches for over 2 km. Sitting on the fine sands of La Terrière, you’ll have no trouble letting yourself be lulled to sleep by the melodious song of the waves.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for a quiet spot to relax, La Belle Henriette is the beach for you. With its dune-filled environment, it’s awe-inspiring for its beauty and splendid scenery.

For a family outing, head for the central beach, surely the resort’s most popular. You’ll have a great time. Finally, if you are a person with reduced mobility, Sainte-Anne beach is the perfect destination for you.

Land-based activities in La Tranche sur Mer

The best way to discover all the nooks and crannies of this magnificent Vendée town is on foot or by bike.

If you choose to go for a walk, you’ll have the pleasure of exploring almost 330 hectares of pine forest, thanks to the various trails available. Much appreciated by visitors, in summer these areas are the ideal refuge from the heat. Create new family memories by walking along the coast with your camera.

To enable tourists to discover the town properly, the tourist office also offers a 15 km bike tour. Start the walk at Place de la Liberté in the town center and finish at the park along the coast. After a short break in the shade of the pines, continue your walk along the Terrière beach through the national forest.

Then take a stroll through the beautiful center of La Terrière and continue on to the Grière district. Finally, head off to the Maupas lake for a breathtaking view of the Ile de Ré from the pier.

As well as walking and cycling, you can pass the time by shopping and horse-riding. You can also book a massage session at one of the city’s wellness centers. Petanque and skateboard enthusiasts will also find plenty to do.