COEX

Coëx (Vendée, France)

Coëx is a small rural commune in the south of the Vendée, rooted in traditional bocage and close to the Atlantic coast. The village offers a peaceful atmosphere, scattered farms and some cultural facilities suitable for families. People come for the nature, walks and a remarkable botanical attraction that draws visitors. It’s a quiet stop to discover the Pays de Saint-Gilles and the nearby Vendée coast.

Heritage and history

The village retains an old rural fabric: farms, old houses and some religious buildings that testify to an agricultural past. The landscape’s evolution shows the importance of the bocage, with its enclosed plots and hedgerows. Visitors also notice small tree-lined avenues and traces of ancient rural occupation, visible in the buildings and the land register.

Nature and landscapes

The territory of Coëx is characterized by the Vendée bocage: fields, meadows and streams offer changing colors with the seasons. About fifteen kilometers away, the coast provides a landscape variation and allows excursions to the beaches. The surrounding countryside is suitable for birdwatching and quiet walks in a green setting.

Outdoor activities and leisure

The commune offers hiking routes and local cycle paths that cross the bocage. Families enjoy picnic areas and educational trails focused on nature. The markets and small shops in the town center allow for pleasant stops after a day of exploring.

Gastronomy

The local table showcases Vendée terroir products: seasonal vegetables, dairy products and dishes based on legumes such as the mogette de Vendée. There are also local markets where you can taste and buy farm products.

Not to be missed

• Jardin des Olfacties: a themed sensory garden dedicated to scents and aromatic plants.
• Town center: stroll through the streets, shops and village atmosphere.
• Bocage trails: walks on foot or by bike in the heart of the rolling landscape.
• Local markets: farm products and Vendée specialties.
• Coastal excursions: possible day trips to nearby beaches to vary the scenery.