Discover Les Sables d’Olonne
Located on the west coast of France, Les Sables d’Olonne offers an exceptional bay opening onto the Atlantic Ocean. In the heart of the Vendée region, this seaside resort charms visitors with its authentic atmosphere, steeped in maritime traditions and local legends. It is in this legendary channel that living legends were born: the young Violette Dorange and Sébastien Simon, participants in the most famous of offshore races, the Vendée Globe.
Les Sables d’Olonne harmoniously blends historical heritage, maritime traditions and vast natural spaces. You can explore the picturesque streets along the seafront, relax and stroll along the natural sandy beaches, admire the horizon from the terrace of a café on the Remblai, or walk along the dune paths, which are home to exceptional flora and fauna.
An exceptional atmosphere
A seaside town, exceptional stages, unique workshops, spectacular shows, breathtaking views, meetings and exchanges. All concentrated in the heart of Les Sables d’Olonne, between the ocean and typical narrow streets. That’s what awaits you for this 10th edition.
Heart of the event :
Les Atlantes congress center
Les Atlantes will be the nerve centre of this edition and a real meeting place.
Upon arrival, you can collect your accreditation and obtain all the information you need throughout your stay to ensure that your experience in Les Sables d’Olonne runs smoothly.
Les Atlantes will be a lively and welcoming place, ideal for meeting people and chatting over lunch or dinner. You can also enjoy a village where you will find souvenirs and local products.
Schedule
* You will be able to enjoy excursions during your free time. Your schedule will be published on the Event Guide in September.
Getting around the city
Local public transportation service is included in the accreditation card for all participants from the start (around 7 AM) to the end (around 7.30 PM) of public service time schedule.
A special service to the official hotels will be offered by the LOC after the end of the public service, until around 11 PM to the participants who booked accommodation through LOC.
Discovery and sharing activities
City Orienteering
City orienteering will be scheduled for Monday morning until the afternoon. This will be an opportunity to discover the city of Les Sables d’Olonne and locate the main venues for the event.
To learn everything about the GAGF
Need a transfer from the airport to Les Sables
Discover our catering services in the heart of GAGF26, at Les Atlantes.
City Performances, Workshops, parade and ceremonies, etc.