{"id":30140,"date":"2025-08-31T11:28:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T09:28:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/?page_id=30140"},"modified":"2026-01-08T09:46:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T08:46:32","slug":"saint-hilaire-de-riez-forest-a-natural-setting-in-the-heart-of-the-vendean-coastline","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/foret-de-saint-hilaire-de-riez-un-ecrin-naturel-au-coeur-du-littoral-vendeen\/","title":{"rendered":"Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez Forest: A Natural Ecosystem in the Heart of the Vend\u00e9e Coastline"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A natural jewel between the dunes and the ocean<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Situated on the Atlantic coast in the Vend\u00e9e, the Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez state-owned forest covers several hundred hectares and offers an exceptional setting for nature lovers. A veritable green lung for the coast, its varied landscapes are an enchanting blend of maritime pines, holm oaks and dunes sculpted by the sea breeze. This protected natural site is an ideal place for walks, outdoor activities and discovering the local biodiversity.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A history shaped by man and the sea<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez forest is historically a young forest. It was planted mainly in the 19th century to fix the shifting dunes and protect the inland areas from marine erosion. The maritime pine, the forest's emblematic species, was chosen for its ability to adapt to sandy soils and an oceanic climate. Today, this state-owned forest is managed in a sustainable way to preserve its ecological balance while allowing public access.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Activities for all the family<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The forest of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez is an ideal playground for young and old alike. Its signposted paths are ideal for hiking, jogging and cycling. Horse riders can also take advantage of the specially laid out bridle paths. In summer, the proximity of the beaches means you can combine a nature outing with a swim, making this an unmissable destination for holidaymakers.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

There are educational trails and picnic areas for families to enjoy a day out in the great outdoors. It's also a popular spot for birdwatching and discovering the local flora and fauna. Squirrels, oak jays, wild rabbits and a host of insects find refuge here throughout the year.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A protected and respected area<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Classified as a national forest, the Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez forest is managed by the Office National des For\u00eats (ONF). Protective measures have been put in place to preserve this fragile ecosystem, including careful maintenance of plantations, protection of the dunes and raising visitor awareness. Respecting the marked footpaths and banning the picking of certain plants helps to maintain this precious balance.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tips for your visit<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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  • Best period<\/strong> The forest is pleasant all year round, but particularly beautiful in spring and autumn.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Access<\/strong> A number of car parks are available nearby, particularly near the beaches and main entrance areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Activities nearby<\/strong> The V\u00e9lodyss\u00e9e cycle route, local markets and the seaside resorts of the Vend\u00e9e.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    A must-see on the Vend\u00e9e coast<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    The forest of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez is much more than just a wooded area. It embodies the harmony between the ocean and the land, between the hand of man and the force of nature. Whether you're a fan of leisurely strolls, an enthusiast for biodiversity or a keen sportsman, this forest is sure to seduce you and offer you a moment of total relaxation.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Un joyau naturel entre dunes et oc\u00e9an Situ\u00e9e sur la c\u00f4te Atlantique en Vend\u00e9e, la for\u00eat domaniale de Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez s\u2019\u00e9tend sur plusieurs centaines d\u2019hectares et offre un cadre exceptionnel pour les amoureux de la nature. V\u00e9ritable poumon vert du littoral, elle s\u00e9duit par ses paysages vari\u00e9s o\u00f9 se m\u00ealent pins maritimes, ch\u00eanes verts et dunes […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"Situ\u00e9e sur la c\u00f4te Atlantique en Vend\u00e9e, la for\u00eat domaniale de Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez s\u2019\u00e9tend sur plusieurs centaines d\u2019hectares","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"both","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":301,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_seopress_news_disabled":"","_seopress_video_disabled":"","_seopress_video":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas_manual":[],"_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable_all":"","_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas":[],"_vp_format_video_url":"","_vp_image_focal_point":[],"footnotes":"","_members_access_role":[],"_members_access_error":""},"class_list":["post-30140","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30140","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30140"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30140\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":34682,"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30140\/revisions\/34682"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vendee-camping-bellevue.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30140"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}