An authentic seaside resort.

Saint Gilles Croix de Vie is a delightful fishing village that has conserved its authenticity with its marina in the heart of the city.

Saint Gilles Croix de Vie is also a famous port whose specialty is fishing for sardines. Picturesque with its colorful boats, the port is the oldest of the Vendée.

Renowned seaside resort, Saint Gilles Croix de Vie attracts lovers of swimming and water sports.

Sailing, surfing, sand yachting, kite surfing, canoeing, kayaking … a wide range of sporting activities for beginners or experts.

The country of Saint Gilles Croix de Vie is full of hiking, cycling and horse riding trails, inviting you to discover the wealth of its landscape, the ocean, beaches, forests, dunes and marshes.