The Vendée boasts a fantastic network of cycle paths, covering a total distance of 1,100km… although the area is famed for its coastline which has some fantastic coastal cycling routes there are also lots of ‘must cycle’ inland bike routes as well! “Le Bocage Vendée” covers over 470 km, forming a large cycle loop through the countryside – from Montaigu, Mortagne-sur Sevre, Les Herbiers, Pouzauges, Chantonnay, Les Essarts to Rochesserviere. There are many options, from short rides to longer tours over several days – all of which allow you to step back in history with routes which take you past beautiful chateaux, ancient villages and stunning countryside. Here are three of our favorite routes… Circuit de Grasla a la Chabotterie (12 km) From La Chabotterie to Le Chêne Chevreux – our highlight is the ‘Logis de la Chabotterie’, a beautiful 18th-century home and stunning gardens, in Saint-Sulpice-le-Verdon, Montréverd. Here you can discover the history of the Vendée region as well as the Vendée’s role in the French Revolution. It is open all year and hosts many events and music festivals. Featuring the impressive ‘Château de Gilles de Tiffauges’ which is thought of by many to be the greatest medieval site in the Vendée. This magnificent fortress was erected during the 12th century and contains a feast of architectural treasures… step back in time to life in the middle Ages with activities and shows as well as the largest collection of working medieval war machines! Along this route you will find two fascinating Chateaux… The ‘Chateau de la Flocelière’ was built in the 11th century. It is one of just a few castles in France that has been inhabited for nearly 10 centuries with a comprehensive known history and descendant record dating back to 1090. The ‘Château de Saint Mesmin’ is a medieval fortress from the fourteenth century. It is open all year and hosts a wide range of activities and workshops. http://baguetteshandlebarsdiscoverfrance.com/tag/logis-de-la-chabotterie/

Le logis de la Chabotterie est un château inscrit aux monuments historiques en 1958. Il se trouve sur la commune déléguée de Saint-Sulpice-le-Verdon, à Montréverd (Vendée). Histoire François-Athanase Charette de La Contrie Le 23 mars 1796, François-Athanase Charette de La Contrie, dit Charette, est capturé par le général Travot dans le bois de la Chabotterie. Une croix marque le lieu de cet événement de la guerre de Vendée. La Simphonie du Marais Depuis 2004, la Chabotterie accueille La Simphonie du Marais, ensemble musical fondé par Hugo Reyne.

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