Le phare des Barges
LES SABLES-D'OLONNE
Designed in 1861, originally to mark the harbour entrance. It stands 24.81m high and its operation has been automated since 1970.
Designed in 1861, originally to mark the harbour entrance. It stands 24.81m high and its operation has been automated since 1970.
Saint Philibert, a monk in the 7th century, founded several monasteries including that of Noirmoutier where he died on August 20,
The sandstone roof slab is 5m long and 3m wide. Listed as a Historic Monument in 1929.
The Moulin de Rairé is the only windmill in France to have run continuously - and solely on the wind - since it was built in 1555.