Meeting Les Sables d'Olonne
Les Sables d'Olone is located within the region of Charentes, on
the Atlantic Ocean coast side of France, towards the western
side of the country. This town is a sous prefecture of the
French department of Vendee, and is one of the most attractive
ones of the region due to its sea related activities, its port,
and many antique constructions.
The town of Les Sables is an ideal spot for those who enjoy sea
related activities and meeting spots which offer amazing
coastlines and beaches. During summer time, this town of 35,000
inhabitants receives around 160.000 tourists due to the
attraction of its beaches and coastlines.
Since its origins, the economy and main resources of Les Sables
d'Olonne have always been bonded to sea related activities such
as fishing, the commerce through its port, and tourism attracted
by its beaches. This way, it is possible to see the great
importance which the sea has to the town, its past, its
traditions and its present time.
Tourists who visit Les Sables d'Olonne should try the local sea
food dishes. These dishes are among the most distinctive and
attractive characteristics of the town, and those who like sea
food would be able to try some of the most amazing dishes of the
region.
Besides its port, Les Sables d'Olonne also offers several other
interesting spots to meet. One of these spots is the Priory
Saint Nicolas. The Priory Saint Nicolas was built around the XI
century and is unique due to its architecture and structure as
well as to is interesting past. Also, the Abbey of Sainte Croix
is a very recommendable construction for visitors to meet in Les
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