Les Prairies de Pacouinay
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- Small, sociable site in the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park
- Boat trips 10 minutes' drive away; an hour to the coast or Puy du Fou
- Shared kitchen/dining area on site; hiking/bike maps to borrow
Green will certainly be the background colour for your break at Les Prairies de Pacouinay – this Vendée site is surrounded by the lush scenery of the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park, a place nicknamed ‘La Venise Verte’ for the gondolas and other boats that make their way along the huge network of waterways.
Getting out to see this stunning scenery should be simple – you’ll be 10 minutes' drive from a pier with boat tours, and the site owner has a collection of favourite walking and cycling trails to try out. There are a couple of bikes available to hire on site, but they’re often booked so it’s best to bring your own if you can (or check on availability ahead of arrival).
Horse riding, fishing and lake swimming are among the other activity options nearby and there are plenty of other things to do, including visiting heritage buildings or taking a stroll around the historical town of Niort. If you don’t mind a slightly longer drive, you can get to the coast and the city of La Rochelle with a journey of around an hour.
Back on site, you’ll be staying at a peaceful but friendly site, where guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen (with fridge, cooker and dishwasher) that also has tables for sociable meals. Other facilities include a barbecue area, a washing machine and a bathroom with toilet and shower.
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Open from Wed, 27 Aug 2025 to
Pitch types & availability
No dogs allowedReviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
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Unique stop-over
Electric grass pitch
Liked A wonderful, quirky stop-over. Anne, the Host, was very welcoming and friendly. The social barn which is a fully equipped kitchen, was a great place to cook, share wine and spend the evening talking to fellow campers. Anne share a glass of a local aperitif with us - delightful! Facilities are spotlessly clean and again, quirky! Pick figs and walnuts from the trees and talk to the chickens if you feel inclined. Would like to stay longer but hopefully, next time.
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From the manager: Merci Jill pour ce joli commentaire.
Nos premiers voyageurs "pitchup" et c'est une belle rencontre.
Merci encore.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Les Prairies de Pacouinay
8 Allée de Pacouinay
Oulmes
Vendée
France
85420
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
46.38453°N
0.64837°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
To see some of the surroundings, you’ll be able to join boat trips or hire canoes and kayaks at Pier of the Green Venice (10 minutes’ drive). Local activity providers organise bike and ATV tours as well, or you can follow one of the trails suggested by the team on site. For a cool dip after your tour, head to the beach area at Lake Chassenon (15 minutes).
Historical buildings are dotted around here too – learn about the area’s past at House of the Marais Poitevin (15 minutes) or pay visits to Abbey Nieul-sur-l’Autise (10 minutes), Abbey Maillezais (15 minutes) and Château du Coudray-Salbart (25 minutes). Niort (20 minutes) is worth a trip too, to visit the Musée Bernard d’Agesci, the Donjon de Niort and the popular covered market.
A little further afield, it’s an hour’s drive to La Rochelle or just a little longer to the beach at La Tranche-sur-Mer. The hugely popular theme park Puy du Fou is about an hour’s drive away as well.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Oasis | 46.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage De La Concurrence | 46.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| La Plage | 47.6 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Plage Nord | 48.2 km | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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- Does Les Prairies de Pacouinay have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Les Prairies de Pacouinay dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Les Prairies de Pacouinay? To see some of the surroundings, you’ll be able to join boat trips or hire canoes and kayaks at Pier of the Green Venice (10 minutes’ drive). Local activity providers organise bike … Read more
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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Les Prairies de Pacouinay? From R247,62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.