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Beaches and woodland around Saint Gilles Croix de Vie
Come to Saint Gilles Croix de Vie and share your time between the beach and the woods.
Relax and enjoy 3 kilometres of superb sandy beach.
La Grande Plage
is accessible directly from the campsite and lined with lively cafés and restaurants.
Alternatively, climb the dunes and enjoy the marvellous views from above.
La Petite Plage
La Petite Plage (small beach) is at the harbour mouth, near the Tour Joséphine.
This south-facing beach is particularly sunny and warm and has a seawater pool.
La plage de Boisvinet
Further to the north, Boisvinet beach between the corniche and the jetty is great for families.
In summer, there is a diving board, a beach club and a volleyball court.
Les forêts de pins maritimes
If you enjoy hiking, walking or horseriding, then head for the Pays de Monts woods.
The forest is full of invigorating scented pine, green oak and evergreens. There is a fitness trail for those in need of physical exertion!
There are plenty of picnic areas dotted around.
