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Old fashioned fair - Autrefois Challans

Challans city is located only 20mn from Europa Campsite and presents you each summer: Autrefois Challans 1910", 4 thursdays for this famous old fashionned fair.

 

Come experience a day in the past century for free with:
  • The discovery of period customs, the beginnings of motorization: bicycles, motorcycles, old cars, and the trades of yesteryear.
  • The youngest can discover what school was like in those times, and adults can relive the fairs where farm products were offered.
  • The old-time Tour de France and vintage firefighters.
  • Folkloric groups performing all day and evening.
  • In the evening, there is the possibility to participate in a traditional wedding feast with reenactments, games, and traditional dances.

 

Thursdays, on July 17th an 24th 2025

on August 7th and 21st 2025

 

 

                                                          Credit photo: A. Lamoureux - Vendée Expansion

 

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Discover Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie during your stay at the 4-star Camping Europa. Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is a charming seaside resort located on the Atlantic coast, in the Vendée department, at the heart of the Pays de la Loire region. Renowned for its lively fishing port, it is one of the main sardine fishing ports on the French Atlantic coast.

Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie stands out for its long sandy beaches, ideal for swimming, surfing, and family walks. The Grande Plage is especially popular during the summer season, thanks to its vibrant atmosphere and wide range of water activities. Nature lovers will also enjoy the Vendée corniche, offering stunning panoramic views over the ocean.

Events and entertainment take place throughout the year, especially during the summer season. During your stay in a mobile home or on a camping pitch, you can take advantage of our campsite’s proximity to the town to enjoy local events, or simply stay onsite and join the activities organized by the campsite.

Pitches and Mobile Homes at Camping Europa

Stay in a Mobile Home at Camping Europa

At the 4-star Camping Europa, we welcome you for a comfortable holiday in a mobile home, just a few minutes from the ocean and the heart of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie.

Different levels of comfort are available depending on your chosen mobile home or rental. All our accommodations feature a kitchen area equipped with everything you need for daily life, while our premium mobile homes even include a dishwasher to make your holiday easier. This way, you can enjoy the camping spirit with the comfort of a small holiday home during your stay.

Choosing a mobile home at Camping Europa in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie means opting for a relaxing, friendly, and hassle-free holiday in a family atmosphere where everyone can enjoy their own pace.

Choose a Camping Pitch

For lovers of traditional camping, the 4-star Camping Europa offers spacious pitches suitable for tents, caravans, and motorhomes. Set in a green and carefully maintained environment, our pitches provide both privacy and a welcoming atmosphere.

You will benefit from easy access to modern and clean sanitary facilities, as well as the campsite’s various services. Each plot is clearly marked to preserve your privacy, while still encouraging the friendly interactions that make camping so special.

Entertainment Organized by the Campsite

Camping Europa in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie offers a wide range of activities during the high season. An entertainment program is available onsite, detailing the daytime and evening activities on offer. Sports tournaments, fitness sessions, summer dances and mini discos, relaxation sessions, and games—there is something for everyone at the campsite.