Customers preference
A holiday on the water’s edge
The large sandy beach with direct access from the campsite
The superb geographical location: between Saint-Jean-de-Monts and Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
The exceptional setting linking the dunes to the forest
The little huts
The outdoor heated swimming pool
New wading pool
& availability
& availability
CAMPSITE ON THE WATER’S EDGE IN VENDEE
Do you want to spend your holidays with your feet in the water? Head for the Le Petit Bec campsite in the Vendée. When staying on this 2-star campsite, enjoy direct access to the sandy beach of Les Becs. The campsite is located between dunes, forest and sea, for a quiet holiday with plenty of space: the promise of a rejuvenating holiday. On site, the whole family will enjoy the heated swimming pool, water slides and the enjoyable events and entertainment organised during the summer season.
The pool complex on the Le Petit Bec campsite is the perfect place to come and cool off and have fun thanks to the heated outdoor swimming pool and 3 slides. For some family fun, the Twister is a sensational slide that you will want to go down again and again!
New wading pool !
Please note: Bermuda shorts prohibited, only swimming trunks allowed
Uncovered pool
- Paddling pool
- Water slides
For your comfort, take advantage of the services available on the site: bar/snack bar, grocery shop, launderette, bicycle rental and barbecues, etc.
Please note: Pets are allowed € (except attack and guard dogs)
- Baby kits for hire €
- Bar/snack €
- Pets allowed € (Except for dogs in 1st and 2nd category)
- Sheets and towels available to hire €
- WiFi € (free 10 min/day at the reception)
- Barbecues rental €
- Bicycles for hire €
- Grocery €
- Laundry €
Equipements
- Playground
- Petanque strip
- Table tennis
For some great fun together as a family, the campsite provides daytime entertainment such as sports tournaments and other enjoyable activities. Enjoy pleasant evenings with shows, concerts and themed evenings.
Animations
- Evening entertainment in July/August: themed evenings, dance evenings, shows
- Kids club (4 - 12 years old)
- Sports activities: sports tournaments, group activities
Informations about the region
Located between Saint-Jean-de-Monts and Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, the Petit Bec campsite welcomes you to the Vendée coast. The Vendée offers a variety of landscapes. Fans of nature, beautiful sandy beaches and culture, this destination is for you. Dunes, forest, ocean, vineyards, salt marshes, tourist attractions, town of art and history, etc. This is what you can expect during your holiday in the Vendée.
SAINT HILAIRE DE RIEZ TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE
21 Pl. Gaston Pateau
85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Tel. : +33 (0)2 51 54 31 97
This Le Petit Bec campsite in St-Hilaire-de-Riez is the ideal base camp for exploring the exceptional natural sites of the Vendée. Close to the Pays de Monts national forest, take a walk or mountain bike ride along the footpaths not far from the campsite. On the sea side, only 50 km away, the Ile d'Yeu, a heavenly little island, offers breathtaking landscapes such as the white sandy coves and water sports activities to enjoy as a family. On the land side, guided tours of the Marais Breton Vendéen (marshland) take you to the heart of a preserved, varied and very much alive natural place. A change of scenery guaranteed!
Ile d'Yeu
Distance from campsite: 50 km
A small island with a surface area of just 23 km², the Ile d'Yeu will amaze you with its varied landscapes. Come and discover all the secrets of this place.
Marais salants de la vie
Distance from campsite: 10.5 km
Explore the salt marshes and learn about the work of a salt worker on a picturesque walk.
81 Rte du Sel, Rond-point des Marais Salants
85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Atlantic Toboggan
Distance from campsite: 1 km
For a great family afternoon, head for this water park and the wide range of activities: black hole, dedalo kids, space boat, pedal boats, and much more. There’s something for all ages!
https://www.atlantic-toboggan.com/
42 Avenue des Becs
85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 58 05 37
Les Sables d'Olonne Zoo
Distance from campsite: 48 km
Come and say hello to more than 500 exotic animals in this animal park. The Sable d'Olonne Zoo works to preserve the animals as well as the flora and fauna.
Rte du Tour de France
85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
+33 (0)2 51 95 14 10
Île de Noirmoutier
Distance from campsite: 48 km
Explore some of the Vendée’s unique landscapes: white houses with blue shutters, ports, 40 km of beach, etc. You will love this authentic island! Plenty of activities are available there.
Puy du Fou
Distance from campsite: 110 km
Enjoy a unique experience and marvel at the shows in the park, voted the best theme park in the world! A journey through time awaits you.
https://www.puydufou.com/france/fr
85590 Les Epesses
Tel.: +33 (0)8 20 09 10 10
Dino's Park
Distance from campsite: 6.5 km
This unique theme park has lots of surprises in store for you! Along the dinosaur trail, come face to face with very realistic creatures that are brought to life thanks to a robotic system. There is a range of other activities at the park: treasure hunt, 4D cinema, dinosaur show, etc.
63 Avenue de la Faye
85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 60 18 57
Château de Commequiers
Distance from campsite: 20 km
Visit the medieval castle of Commequiers and discover its particular shape: it consists of 8 towers that are linked together giving it an octagonal shape.
https://www.amisduvieuxchateaudecommequiers.com/
Imp. Des Tours
85229 Commequiers
Tel.: +33 (0)2 28 10 82 97
Vendée Miniature
Distance from campsite: 25 km
Take a plunge into the Vendée of yesteryear thanks to a miniature reconstruction. An extraordinary journey awaits you.
https://www.vendee-miniature.fr/
50 Rue du Prégneau
85470 Bretignolles-sur-Mer
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 22 47 50
L'Atelier de la Sardine
Distance from campsite: 13.4 km
There are 3 distinct areas here: the museum, the art gallery and the shop. Visit the museum and learn all about the history that has made this fish a local symbol.
Le Grand Défi
Distance from campsite: 34 km
Enjoy an afternoon with your family in this leisure park and take part in an outdoor activity: treetop adventure trail, disc golf, paintball, galactic laser, pony ride, quick jump, etc.
40 Rue de l’Etoile
85150 Saint-Julien-des-Landes
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 98 79 02
Semvie Nautisme
Distance from campsite: 15.6 km
Water sports centre offering a range of activities: sailing, surfing, sand yachting, ‘wake park’, etc.
https://www.semvie-nautisme.fr/
Bd de l'Egalité - BP 451 Forum Port La Vie
85800 Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 60 11 11
Rail-Bike
Distance from campsite: 18.5 km
An original ride on a railway track aboard an especially equipped quadracycle. A 7 km ride through the Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie countryside awaits you.
https://www.velorail-vendee.fr/
Route de Saint-Gilles
85220 Commequiers
Tel.: +33 (0)2 51 54 79 99
Practical information
Open : From May 23 to September 7, 2025Saint-Jean-de-Monts town centre at 6 km
St Hilaire de Riez train station at 10 km
Nantes airport at 74 km
Address of camping :
LE PETIT BEC **
57 Avenue des Becs
85270 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
GPS coordinates :
46.75937947768553, -2.0323922576464692
Transportation nearby
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez train station
Distance from campsite: 10 km
Nantes airport
Distance from campsite: 74 km
Allez Hop Taxi
5 ter, Petite rue
85270 Notre-Dame-de-Riez
+33 (0)6 58 55 12 32
Suggested itineraries :
From Nantes : Take Rue de Strasbourg, Cr John Kennedy, Bd Alexandre Millerand, Rue de la Baugerie..., then Bd de Vendée towards A83 at Vertou. Take D178, D117, D95 and D32 towards D205 to Le Perrier. Follow D205 towards Saint-Jean-de-Monts. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit. Continue on Rte de la Pibole towards your destination in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez.
From Paris: Take A6a to Arcueil and leave at Rue des Écoles, Rue Monge, Av. des Gobelins, Av. d'Italie..., then Bd Kellermann. Take the A10, A11 and D117 towards D948 at Challans. Take the D948 exit and leave the D32. Follow D948, D205 and D123 towards your destination in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez.
From Bordeaux: Take the A630/E70 to Bègles and leave at Cr Victor Hugo, Bd des Frères Moga and A631. Take the A10/E5 and A83 towards D948 at Aizenay. Continue towards Challans. Continue towards D948. Take the exit towards Prte de Nantes/Noirmoutier/Beauvoir-sur-Mer/Saint-Jean-de-Monts and leave D948. Follow D948, D205 and D123 towards your destination in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez
For kids
Playground
Kids’ club 4-12 year olds
Sensational slides from 6 years old
For your comfort
Bar/Snack bar and restaurant
Grocery store
Launderette
Direct access to the beach
Free Wi-Fi at the reception
Bed linen and towels rental
Bicycle, Barbecue, Fridge rental
LE PETIT BEC, A CAMPSITE BY THE SEA IN VENDEE
Le Petit Bec campsite welcomes you to an exceptional holiday setting, between land and sea, in the Vendée. Are you looking for a family camping holiday by the sea? Look no further, this is the destination for a dream getaway! Only 10 km from the Saint Hilaire de Riez train station and 6 km from the town centre of Saint-Jean-de-Monts, this campsite on the Vendée coastline will seduce you with its privileged geographical location. Do you dream all year round of a holiday with your feet in the water? The fine sandy beaches all along the Vendée coast near the campsite are yours. Stay at Le Petit Bec and enjoy comfortable and atypical accommodation: you will discover the charm of the harmonious white houses with blue shutters: an invitation to escape and relax! To make your holidays unforgettable and carefree, enjoy the campsite's aquatic area: the heated outdoor swimming pool and its sensational slides will amuse young and old alike. Fun for all the family! Try your hand at the Twister: a pleasure to be enjoyed without moderation: upright, upside down, blind: all descents are permitted! To eat, a bar/snack bar is at your disposal as well as a grocery shop and a laundry. To liven up your holiday programme, hire bicycles and use the cycle paths located not far from the campsite to discover the Vendée coastline. Staying at Le Petit Bec in the Vendée, you can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, with swimming and sunbathing, as well as the warm atmosphere of the evening entertainment. Friendly sports activities are planned for your activities. With your family, friends or as a couple, Le Petit Bec campsite offers you a very pleasant stay.
TOURISM IN VENDEE NEAR SAINT JEAN DE MONTS AND ST HILAIRE DE RIEZ
Located on the Vendée coastline, Le Petit Bec campsite is the perfect starting point for discovering the exceptional sites of the Vendée. Located 20 minutes by car from the seaside resort of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and 13 minutes from St-Jean-de-Monts, you can explore the surrounding area at your leisure thanks to its privileged geographical location. The Saint Jean de Monts area is renowned for its exceptional natural setting: its beautiful and long sandy beaches: an immersion between ocean, beaches, dunes, forest and marshes. Let yourself be seduced by the many activities around the campsite: sailing, surfing, sand yachting, wake park, visit the salt marshes, discover the little corners of natural paradise in the Vendée: Ile d'Yeu or Ile de Noirmoutier: enough to concoct a programme of the most pleasant and memorable holidays. To create wonderful memories of holidays between land and sea, with family, as a couple, or with friends, head for the Vendée, a dream destination and a return to the essentials where calm, comfort and nature have never been so well combined. A stay at Le Petit Bec campsite is the promise of an escapade bathed in the sweetness of life. Reconnect with nature during your holiday by staying at this campsite in the Vendée.
ACTIVITIES FOR ALL NEAR THE CAMPSITE
The Petit Bec campsite includes activities and entertainment to make your holiday in the Vendée unforgettable. Throughout your stay, you will benefit from high quality and comfortable facilities adapted to young and old alike: a playground, table tennis tables, a petanque field, evening entertainment as well as sports and friendly activities. In the evening, enjoy the parties organised by the campsite! A children's club for 4-12 year olds and a teenagers' club for 13-17 year olds are open to keep the little ones amused and happy. Outside the campsite, there is a rich and varied programme. For history buffs, travel back in time in the Vendée, from prehistory to the present day... The Vendée is a destination with a dense cultural and natural heritage: the sites of the Vendée War, medieval castles, small towns of character, museums, exhibitions... you won't be left out! For the more sporty among you, water sports activities are to be expected everywhere in the Vendée! The Vendée coastline is appreciated for its stretches of fine sand, its swimming and its impressive waves: for surfers, the Vendée is an unmissable spot! Finally, if you want to take the time to discover the remarkable landscapes of the Vendée, how about cycling along the coastline? With more than 1000 km of cycle tracks in the Vendée, you will be amazed by the panoramic views of the Vendée... So, ready? Pedal!
Informations pratiques
Where is camping Petit Bec located?
Camping Petit Bec is located on the Vendée coast between Saint-Jean-de-Monts and Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. It has direct access to the beach and is situated 6 km from the town centre of Saint-Jean-de-Monts and 10 km from the railway station of Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. Learn more
Does Camping Petit Bec have a swimming pool?
Yes, Camping Petit Bec has a heated outdoor swimming pool and thrilling waterslides for refreshing and fun family moments. Learn more
What are the opening dates for 2024 for Camping Petit Bec?
Camping Petit Bec is open from April 26 to September 1, 2024. Learn more
Does Camping Petit Bec have a restaurant service?
No. For your convenience, Camping Petit Bec offers a bar/snack bar. Learn more
Does Camping Petit Bec have a children's playground?
Yes, Camping Petit Bec has a children's playground, a petanque area and table tennis tables. Learn more
Is WIFI available at Camping Petit Bec?
Yes, at the Petit Bec campsite, WIFI is free of charge at the bar or at the campsite reception. Learn more
Does Camping Petit Bec offer any entertainment?
Yes, the Petit Bec campsite offers evening entertainment for young and old alike, as well as sports activities (sports tournaments and social events). In July/August, a children's club for 4 to 12 year olds and a teenagers' club for 13 to 17 year olds are open to occupy your children's days. Learn more
What types of accommodation are available at Camping Petit Bec?
Camping Petit Bec offers fully equipped mobile homes and maisonettes for rent. Learn more
Are pets allowed at Camping Petit Bec?
Yes, at Camping Petit Bec, pets are allowed with an extra charge, kept on a lead and vaccinated. Category 1 and 2 dogs are not allowed. Learn more
What are the activities near Camping Petit Bec?
To visit: Ile d'Yeu (50km), Marais salants de la vie (10,5 km), Zoo des Sables d'Olonne (48 km), Ile de Noirmoutier (48 km), Puy du Fou (110 km), Dino's Park (6,5 km), Château de Commequiers (20 km), Vendée Miniature (25 km), L'Atelier de la Sardine (13,4 km). What to do : Atlantic Toboggan (1 km), le Grand défi (34 km), Semvie Nautisme (15,6 km) , Vélo-rail (18,5 km). Learn more