Whether you enjoy water sports, walking or cycling along the coastal paths, or simply lazing on the beach, you'll find what you're looking for here... Discover our top picks for a successful seaside holiday in the Pays de la Loire.
The most beautiful beaches in the Pays de la Loire
From Saint-Nazaire to the Île d'Yeu, the coastline reveals varied and unspoilt landscapes. The majestic beach of La Baule, with its 9 kilometres of fine sand, is one of the most beautiful bays in Europe. Further south, the wild coves of Pornic offer unspoilt havens of peace, perfect for family swimming.
The beaches of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie charm visitors with their golden dunes, while the Vendée coast reveals its charms in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, where you can dip your toes in the water and enjoy water sports.
The resort of Les Sables-d'Olonne boasts a large beach in the town centre, bordered by a lively promenade. Further south, the beaches of La Tranche-sur-Mer delight water sports enthusiasts with their generous waves and renowned surf spots.
Water sports and seaside activities
Water sports enthusiasts will find their paradise on the Pays de la Loire coast. Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is the ideal spot for beginners to try their hand at surfing, while kitesurfing takes off on the beaches of Notre-Dame-de-Monts.
Thrill seekers particularly enjoy jet skiing and wakeboarding in La Tranche-sur-Mer, with its generous waves.
In La Faute-sur-Mer, the Le Grand'R**** campsite is just 200 metres from the water sports centre on the Lay lake, a sheltered spot that's perfect for learning to sail, kayak or paddleboard in complete safety.
Must-see seaside resorts
La Baule-Escoublac shines like a pearl on the Atlantic coast with its Belle Époque architecture and legendary relaxed lifestyle. Located a few minutes' drive from the seafront, the Eden Caravaning**** campsite offers a green and peaceful setting, ideal for enjoying the atmosphere of La Baule while staying in a quiet location.
Pornic cultivates its authentic charm around its medieval castle and picturesque fishing port. Nearby, the La Boutinardière**** campsite offers prime pitches in a preserved environment.
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins harmoniously combines pine forests and the ocean, creating a unique atmosphere on the Jade coast.
The most beautiful 5-star campsites in Loire-Atlantique
The Loire-Atlantique region attracts discerning holidaymakers with its 5-star campsites, true havens of luxury by the sea. The L'Océan***** campsite in Le Croisic offers a high-end experience 150 metres from the waves, with premium accommodation and an exceptional water park.
In a green setting in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, the Sunêlia Le Fief***** campsite combines modern comfort with unspoilt nature. Just 800 metres from the beaches, this 5-star estate enchants with its tropical water park and luxurious facilities.
These exceptional campsites combine spas, sophisticated entertainment, luxurious swimming pools and access to the treasures of the coast.
Mobile home rentals with sea views
Fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up facing the ocean: this is the unique experience offered by our mobile homes with sea views in the Pays de la Loire region. In Brétignolles sur Mer, the Les Dunes***** campsite offers comfortable mobile homes in the dunes, with terraces facing the Atlantic: real balconies overlooking the infinite horizon, where you can fall asleep and wake up to the rhythm of the waves.
In Pornic, the La Madrague**** campsite, perched on a cliff, offers panoramic mobile homes where every window frames a living picture between sky and sea. Further south, the Les Brunelles***** campsite in Longeville-sur-Mer charms with its comfortable rentals offering breathtaking views of the golden dunes of the Vendée coast.
These privileged accommodations, veritable observatories of the ocean, allow you to enjoy the most beautiful sunsets over the Atlantic.
Water parks for the whole family
Holidaymakers looking for water-based fun will find what they are looking for in the water parks of the Vendée and Loire-Atlantique. The Les Amiaux**** campsite in Saint-Jean-de-Monts is causing a sensation with its 500 m² complex featuring spectacular slides and heated pools for the enjoyment of young and old alike.
In the Sables d'Olonne region, the Les Pirons***** campsite has a 1,300 m² water park with indoor and outdoor pools, slides, paddling pools and a wellness area, ideal for the whole family.
Check out our selection of campsites with water parks in the Pays de la Loire region.
Our low-cost campsites by the sea
Enjoying the Atlantic Ocean without breaking the bank is possible thanks to the many campsites in the Pays de la Loire region. The Mindin*** campsite in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins offers pitches from £20 per night, with privileged access to coastal activities.
In a preserved natural setting, the La Dune de Jade**** campsite combines comfort and affordability. Its modern mobile homes, located 800 metres from the ocean, offer ideal accommodation for families on a budget.
The La Frétille*** campsite in Longeville-sur-Mer offers pitches and mobile homes or canvas bungalows for rent at affordable prices, just 800 metres from the beach. Ideal for enjoying the Vendée coastline without breaking the bank, in a friendly natural setting with a heated swimming pool.
The best campsites with direct beach access
Experience camping right by the water at the La Pomme de Pin***** campsite in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, where you can wake up to the ocean thanks to direct access to Parée du Jonc beach.
On the Guérande coast, the Moulin de L'Éclis**** campsite in Assérac and the Les Chardons Bleus**** campsite in La Turballe both offer direct access to the beach, in a preserved environment between dunes, pine trees and salt marshes.
In Saint-Jean-de-Monts, the Côté Plage**** campsite, nestled in the heart of the national forest, offers you privileged access to the Parée du Jonc beach, a true haven of peace on the Vendée coast.
Head for the island of Noirmoutier, where the La Bosse**** campsite welcomes you in the heart of the pine forest, with direct access to the beach and a peaceful atmosphere typical of the island.
Check out our selection of campsites with direct access to the beach in the Pays de la Loire region.