Vendée is not just visited with the eyes, it is savoured with passion. Epicureanism is a second nature here, and soaking up the flavours and lifestyle in Les Sables d’Olonne forms a fundamental step of your holiday experience. At Camping Le Moulin de la Salle, we consider gastronomy to be an extension of our hospitality. Between land and sea, the local produce of Les Sables d'Olonne offers an incredibly rich palette of flavours. Whether through the local products you will find in our convenience shop or thanks to the expert advice of our team in finding the best eateries, we want your palate to keep an unforgettable memory of your stay on the Côte de Lumière.
The Olonnese art of living is that ability to take your time: time to choose your produce at the market, time to cook with family on your mobile home terrace, and above all time to share a good meal facing the sunset. While exploring the flavours and lifestyle in Les Sables d’Olonne, you will discover honest cuisine, based on the absolute freshness of the ingredients. The proximity of the fishing port guarantees daily deliveries of prime fish and shellfish, while the hinterland provides flavorful vegetables and quality meats. Staying at the Moulin de la Salle means being at the heart of this abundance, in a peaceful setting that predisposes you to good food and conviviality.
From the Central Markets to the return of the fishing boats: the triumph of fresh produce
The beating heart of local gastronomy is located beneath the superb metal structures of the Central Market. It is here that all the genius of is expressed flavours and lifestyle in Les Sables d’Olonne. People come here for the famous sole from Les Sables d'Olonne, the oysters from the Bay of Bourgneuf or line-caught sea bass. But the Vendée region is also about «the land»: be sure to try Vendée ham served with mogettes (melt-in-the-mouth white beans), or the wonderfully flavoursome Noirmoutier potato. Buying fresh produce at the market in the morning and preparing it simply at the campsite is an accessible luxury that perfectly defines the free-spirited nature of your holiday. For a more sophisticated experience, the restaurants along the seafront promenade and in La Chaume compete in creativity to elevate these raw ingredients.
Sweet treats and convivial rituals
The experience wouldn't be complete without mentioning the sweet side of our heritage. The brioche vendéenne, with its rich crumb flavoured with orange blossom or rum, is the undisputed star of breakfasts at the Moulin de la Salle. Discovering the flavours and lifestyle in Les Sables d’Olonne, it is also treating yourself to a break after the beach with a «gâche» or a «fion» (the traditional Maraîchin custard tart). These sweet moments are ideally shared at the campsite snack bar or on your own pitch, in the peace and quiet of our wooded estate. Here, we cultivate the simplicity of an end of day where you open a bottle of Fiefs Vendéens wine to accompany a few préfous (warm garlic bread) at aperitif time. It is this sum of simple pleasures that turns a mere stay into a truly rejuvenating holiday.
Yes, the Central Market is open every morning (except Mondays out of season), and outdoor markets take place several times a week.
In season, our snack bar regularly hosts themed evenings (mussels and chips, local specialities) to encourage a friendly atmosphere.
The wines of the AOC Fiefs Vendéens (Brem, Mareuil) pair perfectly with seafood and local produce.