With its fine sandy beaches and generous natural surroundings, it’s easy to say yes to a holiday in Vendée. But this beautiful area has much more to offer than fairytale scenery. It’s also home to superb zoos to visit as a family, very close to Flower Camping Au Bois des Biches. In fact, it’s one of children’s favourite holiday activities in Vendée. Let’s take a closer look at the local zoos!
The Ecozoo des Sables-d’Olonne
One Vendée zoo really stands out: the Ecozoo des Sables-d’Olonne, also known as the Zoo des Sables. Full of surprises, this three-hectare park offers the whole family a refreshing walk in the heart of nature. But what visitors young and old enjoy most is watching the animals.
At the Ecozoo des Sables-d’Olonne, you’ll see more than 500 exotic animals from 60 species, including Amur leopards, bush dogs, Atlas lions, Asian otters… The zoo looks after their wellbeing, and also works to protect threatened animals such as the famous red pandas and maned wolves…
A true sanctuary for animals, the Ecozoo des Sables-d’Olonne is a place to escape and unwind, as online reviews confirm. Not forgetting the themed activities and mealtime entertainment that make your visit even more enjoyable… You’ll have access to everything for just €18 per person.
Mervent Zoo
Another zoo in Vendée well worth a visit is Natur’Zoo de Mervent. Tucked away in the heart of the Mervent-Vouvant forest, this zoo is a real treat for everyone, according to online reviews. You’ll meet more than 350 animals in a protected natural setting. Lemurs, black bears, Malayan tigers, white wolves, flamingos… that’s just a small taste of what awaits you.
As well as watching the animals, the zoo offers a refreshing walk through unspoilt nature for €17.50 per person. And if you fancy it, you can spend a day playing zookeeper, a chance to enjoy an extraordinary experience behind the scenes at Mervent zoo. Don’t miss it!
Other animal parks in Vendée
Besides these two zoos, other animal parks are worth a detour in Vendée:
- L’Île aux Papillons in Noirmoutier: the largest butterfly house in France invites you on a wonderful stroll among some of the most beautiful species in the world.
- La Planète Sauvage de Nante : on foot or by car, come and explore wildlife at the biggest safari park in France.
- L’Aquarium de Vendée: get ready to be amazed by 5,000 animals spread across around sixty aquariums.
- Le parc aux oiseaux du Marais Poitevin: do you love birds? Come and meet more than 75 species!
The best part about these animal parks is that you can enjoy reduced rates when you spend your holiday at our 4-star campsite in Vendée. So, shall we see you soon?
