Hotel for School Groups: Seaside School Trips in Vendée
Seaside School Trip in St Gilles Croix de Vie
Looking for a destination for your next seaside school trip? You’re in the right place! Welcome to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, in Vendée.
3 rooms
Beach 200m away
Saint-Gilles train station
Le Vent du Large is ideally located in the heart of the town, on the marina, close to the fishing port, and just 200 meters from the beach. Commerce, fishing, industry (shipbuilding and canneries), as well as crafts and tourism, make Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie a lively town all year round.
From primary school to high school, and for over 30 years, our holiday village has been welcoming schools for educational seaside stays that offer children the opportunity to discover the ocean in a fun way! The Vent du Large team welcomes you on a full-board basis from mid-March to the end of October for your seaside school trips.
Feel free to contact us to receive the list of activities available to discover in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and the surrounding area. To assist you in planning your project, you will find below some example programs.
Capacity: up to 100 children (51 rooms).
Sample Program: "Fishing and Tradition" Stay
Day 1:
Afternoon: Welcome, settling in, first introduction to the environment, return via the beach
Evening: Presentation of the stay
Day 2:
Morning: Shore fishing, discovering coastal wildlife
Afternoon: Workshop on the tide phenomenon
Evening: Quiet time
Day 3:
All day: Visit to Escale Pêche, the sea fishing discovery center. The Escale Pêche team offers tours and workshops about fishing for all ages, integrated into school programs.
Evening: Sea shanty concert
Day 4:
Afternoon: “Land Art” activity: from the beach to the dunes, collecting shells, seaweed lines…
Afternoon: Visit to Moulin des Gourmands and the bakery. Bread-making workshop (starting in April)
Evening: Party
Day 5:
Morning: Walk to “L’Atelier de la Sardine”: from fishing to canning + tasting session
Afternoon: Departure after lunch or with a packed meal
“Ocean Adventure” Stay Program
Day 1:
Afternoon: Welcome, settling in, first introduction to the environment, return via the beach
Evening: Presentation of the stay
Day 2:
Morning: Shore fishing, discovering coastal wildlife
Afternoon: Seaweed lines and biodegradability
Evening: Quiet time
Day 3:
Morning: Walk through the old quarters, visit to the Fisherman’s House
Afternoon: “Balade de la Vie” — embark on a guided boat tour exploring the history of St Gilles harbor and the “Etoile salt marsh”
Evening: Stories and legends
Day 4:
All day: Visit to Escale Pêche, the sea fishing discovery center. The Escale Pêche team offers tours and workshops about fishing for all ages, integrated into school programs.
Evening: Party
Day 5:
Morning: Exploration of the dune — its fragility, protection, and the role of plants
Afternoon: Departure after lunch or with a packed meal
Why choose Le Vent du Large for your seaside school trips?
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A team experienced in welcoming school groups
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A manageable-sized facility, quickly ensuring exclusivity (51 rooms)
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Stunning views of the boats
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Beach just 200 meters away
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Located in the village of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, with many activities within walking distance
