Discovering the Vendée in a different way can also mean trying an activity that makes a change from the usual walks. It lets you mix things up, with dedicated driving circuits and quad bike treks in the Vendée along guided trails. Which option should you choose? Do you need experience, and where can you ride during your holiday? This article will help you find your way, so you can easily organise your quad biking outing in the Vendée during your stay at Camping Au Bois des Biches. !
Why go quad biking in the Vendée on holiday?
Quad biking in the Vendée is a way to discover the region differently from on foot or by bike, and it’s an activity that suits everyone, whether on a circuit or on a guided trek. It’s a good way to vary your holiday activities, especially for groups or families with teenagers, as everyone can choose the format that suits them best.
Quad biking in the Vendée is particularly popular for several reasons:
- Discover nature trails that differ from the usual routes
- Try a lively activity even with no previous experience
- Share a fun time together as a couple, with friends or as a family
- Learn to ride on a circuit in complete safety
- Explore the area with a guide on a quad bike trek in the Vendée
Our tip
We recommend starting with a short first session to get a feel for how the quad bike responds. Sand calls for smoother, more anticipatory riding than hard ground, especially in the first few bends.
The different types of quad bike treks in the Vendée
Not all outings are alike when it comes to quad biking in Vendée. Depending on what you’re looking for and your level of experience, you can choose between circuit rides or proper guided treks out in the countryside.
A quad bike trek in Vendée is still the most popular option. Led by a guide, it usually follows forest tracks, hilly trails or more technical sections such as boggy areas or obstacle crossings. Some routes, for example, take you along the edge of lakes and ponds or through the hedgerow countryside of the Vendée bocage, on approved quad bikes, with a short introduction to the controls before you set off.
Quad biking on a circuit is a different approach. The focus is more on handling the vehicle and the thrill of the ride, on a secure, marked-out track. It’s often a good choice for a first go, for those who don’t hold a category B driving licence, or for anyone who’d rather concentrate on riding without heading out on a long trek.
Our tip
On a trek, position yourself in the middle of the group rather than at the front or the back. The pace is steadier there, which makes it easier to manage your acceleration on sandy or uneven ground.
Where can you go quad biking near Au Bois des Biches campsite?
Several providers close to the campsite offer quad biking in Vendée, whether you’re after an introduction on a circuit or a guided quad bike trek in Vendée along natural trails.
QuadLoc85
Just 15 minutes from the campsite, QuadLoc85 offers quad biking in Vendée on sand and dirt circuits suitable for the whole family. Close to Demoiselles beach and Saint-Jean-de-Monts, it takes a gradual approach to riding, which makes it a good way to try the activity safely.
From age 4, children can learn the basics on the Pitchoune track, while older children ride a sand circuit of over 500 metres. Teenagers and adults can choose quads from 50 to 250 cc, with Honda, Suzuki or Yamaha models matched to their age and level. The course gives you the chance to practise your racing lines, tackle the bends and grow in confidence lap after lap, whether you’re a complete beginner or already at ease.
This circuit session is a fun activity that helps you get used to riding before heading out on natural trails.
Our tip
Start with a short session to get a feel for how the quad handles on sand. Bends mean looking ahead and planning your line earlier than you would on firmer ground.
Address: 105 Av. de Baisse, 85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Distance from the campsite: 10 km, or 15 minutes by car.
Prices: circuit sessions from €12 for 10 minutes (children’s 50 cc quads) up to €60 for 30 minutes on an adult 250 cc quad, depending on age, engine size and the length of session you choose.
Our tip
Keep a light, steady throttle through uneven sections. Easing off too early makes the quad less stable, especially when crossing obstacles or fords.
Address: Rue du Point du Jour, 85220 Saint-Révérend.
Distance from the campsite: 13 km, less than 15 minutes by car.
Prices: 2-hour quad bike ride on a 300 cc quad from €90, passengers from age 7 (+€20), driving restricted to adults holding a category B driving licence, booking required.
West Aventure
In Saint-Révérend, West Aventure offers a quad bike ride in the Vendée focused on discovery and outdoor thrills. At the handlebars of an approved 300 cc quad, participants set off on a guided route of around 2 hours along the tracks of the Vendée bocage countryside, as far as the shores of Lac du Jaunay. The route mixes fast stretches, hilly trails, wet areas and water crossings, offering plenty of variety while a guide stays with the group.
Before setting off, a safety briefing and a chance to get used to the vehicle help put everyone at ease. Driving is restricted to adults holding a category B driving licence, and a passenger aged 7 or over can ride along, subject to the provider’s conditions. A helmet and gloves are provided, and we recommend comfortable clothing and closed shoes.
This option is a great way to try quad biking in the Vendée with more of a nature focus, on a route designed to let you enjoy the scenery as much as the ride.
Practical tips for preparing your quad bike outing
A quad bike outing in the Vendée is easy to get into, but a little preparation helps you make the most of it from the very first minutes. Quad biking doesn’t require much technique, but good posture and the right gear quickly make a difference.
Before you go, remember to:
- Wear closed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dusty
- Bring sunglasses or goggles to protect you from flying sand
- Avoid bulky backpacks while you’re riding
- Keep your arms relaxed to better absorb bumps in the terrain
- Listen carefully to the safety briefing before setting off
A quad bike ride in Vendée is much more enjoyable when you ride smoothly. It’s not about going fast, but about anticipating the bends and letting the quad do the work on the terrain. The first few minutes are often spent finding your rhythm, and then it quickly becomes second nature!
Our tip
Place your feet flat on the footrests and use your body weight in the bends rather than the handlebars. This gives you better control and reduces tiredness on longer rides.
When you stay at Au Bois des Biches campsite, you’re perfectly placed for the best quad biking in Vendée and a holiday that blends nature, thrills and moments to share with family or friends!
