Donjon d'Ardelay

#2249 among destinations in France

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The castle of Ardelay, located in the former commune of Ardelay, now merged with the commune of Les Herbiers in the Vendée, is the last existing vestige of a larger group of fortifications dating from the Middle Ages.

Coordinates: 46°51'11"N, 1°0'20"W

Location

1 Rue du DonjonLes Herbiers 85500 Pays de la LoireFrance

Contact

+33 2 51 66 97 36

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Donjon d'Ardelay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Puy du Fou, Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe, Château de Boistissandeau, Puy du Fou.

4.3 miNE
Amusement, Amusement park
Puy du Fou, Les Epesses
110 min walk • Puy du Fou is a historical theme park in Les Epesses in the heart of the Pays de la Loire region of Western France. The park receives more than 2 million visitors every year, making it the second most popular theme park in France after Disneyland Paris.
3.9 miE
Locality
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe
99 min walk • Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe is a commune in the Vendée department in the Pays de la Loire region in western France.
1.7 miS
Forts and castles
Château de Boistissandeau
44 min walk • The Château du Boistissandeau is a castle located in the commune of Les Herbiers, south of Ardelay in the Vendée region of France.
4.5 miNE
Theme park, Amusement park, Forts and castles
Puy du Fou, Les Epesses
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5.5 miSW
Memorial
Monument du Commandant Guilbaud, Mouchamps
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5.4 miN
Locality
Chambretaud
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5.4 miSE
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Le Boupère
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4.6 miW
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Mesnard-la-Barotière
119 min walk • One of the highlights of Mesnard-la-Barotière is its stunning architecture, with many historic buildings and landmarks to discover. The village is home to several beautiful churches, including the Church of Saint Martin, which dates back to the 12th century.
5.3 miNW
Locality
Beaurepaire
135 min walk • One of the main attractions in Beaurepaire is the beautiful Château de Beaurepaire, a magnificent 15th century castle that offers a glimpse into the region's illustrious past. Visitors can wander through the castle's grand halls, admire its impressive architecture...