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Markets    The following are just some of the weekly markets that can be found within easy driving distance of Le Cedre

Fontenay le Comte  Every saturday a lively market takes place in the main street and the Rue de Halles. In the morning till midday the vegitable,flowers together with the Fish and Meat markets are in the Rue de Halles.The general market last all day with a break for lunch.

Niort   On Tuesdays and Thursday in the centre ville are the street markets they are around the covered market which is open every day except Sundays. This area of Niort is very attractive as it is close to the river and next to the Roman Keep which is now a Museum,also in this area of the old town are many Elizabethan style houses.

Angle Sunday morning see a very popular street market

St.Hermine There is a coverd market here

Day by Day  list if Markets through out the Vendee

Fetes

L'Hermenault   the local fete for Le Cedre is the annual Foire a L'Ancienne. This takes place on the first Sunday  in September.The whole village is closed off to make way for an old fashion fair. The centre piece is the cattle show where the rare breed Partensain cattle are displayed and Judged. The Entertainment goes on all day and the fair is reckonded to be the finest in the Vendee. 
image of gite holiday home coulon,Vendee image of Fontenay le comte, vendee
Pages from Sudvendee Tourisme  Brochure
Fishing  an article on fishing, location of and regulations.
Vendee Wines a quick tour and history of Vendee wines
The Vendée is home to five golf courses whose individual characteristics are much-loved by those who play them: five 18-hole courses, four of them on the coast and one in the hinterland. All of them enjoy an exceptionally fine natural setting, with small clumps of trees, woodland, splendid water features and greenery. Each of the courses has its own special characteristics which give them their own charm and subtle playing features. At Saint Jean de Monts, a number of holes on the edge of the beach remind players of the links in Scotland. At Saint Gilles Croix de Vie, the Fontenelles course and its surrounding countryside is one of gentle undulations, maritime pines and green oaks. The Domangère course at La Roche sur Yon is in the Californian style. The course at Port Bourgenay is on an estate covering 85 hectares and is fringed by pine woodland and small lakes. And finally, at Olonne sur Mer, you will encounter the true nature of the Vendée’s bocage countryside, with its gently undulating landscapes and lovely lakes. Port Bourgenay - "On the edge of the sea and bordering an enclosed forest, this golf course overlooks the marina of Port Bourgenay. Alternately hedgerows and pine forest, this course provides a two-in-one experience" La Domangere - "The highest slope in France with a wealth of shots to be played. La Domangère is a delightful course that those in search of new challenges will want to experience" Les Fontenelles - "Best known for its driving range, this golf course with its hedgerows provides an excellent succession of water features, maritime pine and oaks over more than 2 miles" La Vallee des Singes, Primate Protection Reserve: (www.la-vallee-des-singes.fr/UK/index.html ) 30 species to be discovered White-Bellied Spider
Golf http://www.formule-golf.com/en/)
Besides golf in the vendee and because we are so close to the Deux Sevre and Charente Maritime, there are two or three more courses that should be considered.
The municipal course at Niort is just 30 mins or so away, Its highly rated by our clients who play there and its probibly the cheapest around.
The couse at La Rochelle is 45 mins drive and is a dunes course.
La Rochelle City of elegance and Charm. Articles on the different attractions.