Le Pin Parasol

Camping Le Pin Parasol

Camping Pin Parasol is a lovely family campsite set in the lush green hilly surroundings of La Chapelle-Hermier, by Lake Jaunay in the Vendee. It has over 5000m2 of swimming facilities, so kids love it here! The campsite has 2 distinctly different areas that give you the best of both world’ s. The peaceful Nature & Sens area where you can unwind and the lively sensations where all the activities and entertainment take place. If you’re looking for a great camping holiday that will appeal to all the family, this is the place to be!

Why camping Le Pin Parasol ?

• Swimmers beware. You are about to enter paradise! There’s no less than 5000m2 of aquatic heaven here. This includes a 50m pool, a beach, toddler pool and the longest rubber boat water slide in the Vendee! While the kids splash about you can relax in the jacuzzi or steam room.
• Looking for the ultimate place to really relax and unwind in comfort? Stay in a luxury glamping accommodation by the lake in the Nature & Sens section of the campsite and re-charge those batteries. This peaceful area is also car free.
• Feeling active? Good. There’s plenty to do here. Play some tennis, table tennis, test your agility on the climbing wall, or go for a swim. Fancy something a little more Zen? Take a yoga class or simply relax by the lake.
• Jaunay lake is just 200 metres away. Hire a canoe, ride on a pedalo or go fishing. Tip: night fishing for carp in the lake. Tasty for on the BBQ
• Kids have a blast racing on the go kart track and practicing their tricks on the skateboard ramp.
• The enthusiastic entertainment team are multilingual and make sure that everyone has a great time.

Tip from the specialist:

"Set in the middle of a forest at the north point of a lake. Ideal for walking and cycling not far from the Vendée beaches. You can also fish for carp at night."

The surrounding area of Le Pin Parasol

The pretty village of La Chapelle-Hermier is right by Lac de Jaunay, a large 130 hectare lake. It’s just 25km southeast of the city of Challans and 12km from the popular Vendee beaches. The port of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (21km) is close by and links the mainland to the idyllic island of Île d'Yeu.

Some tips for your holiday at Le Pin Parasol in La Chapelle-Hermier

• The surrounding area of the campsite is ideal for outdoor adventurers. Explore it at your leisure, by biking, hiking or horse riding.
• Feel like a day out at the seaside? The lovely beaches of the Vendee are just a 10 minute drive away. Les Sables-d'Olonne is well worth a visit.
• Hire a bike and explore the beautiful coastline near the campsite. Follow the bike path from Bretignolles and cycle past winding wide rivers and tranquil woods.
• Visit the charming town of Challans just 25 km away. It’s the duck capital of France. Stop at one of its excellent restaurants for a tasty Canard de Challans.
• For a really special day out take the ferry from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to the beautiful little island of Île d'Yeu, full of soft sandy beaches, dunes and lush, green pine forests. Do some shopping by the harbour, then enjoy the freshest of fish at one of its pleasant waterside restaurants.
• A must see. The Puy du Fou theme park in Les Epesses. This rural theme park stages spectacular history shows featuring a host of famous characters, from Roman gladiators to King Arthur. Its mind-blowing special effects have helped make it the 2nd most-visited theme-park in France after Disneyland Paris.