Fab host with excellent English. Really entertaining to see a working windmill and to be told about his family history in the area working the mills. Big bonus....they have the best crepes in the vendee!!

We were quite surprised at how much we enjoyed this visit. There is a tour of the working mill where the guide demonstrates how it works and gives interesting facts. Our guide spoke great English too and was very friendly and accommodating. We had crepes...More

We rented canoes at Sallertaine (La Route du Sel) and paddled along the canal to the Moulin de Rairé.As we walked up and saw the mill I got that wonderful holiday feeling when you stumble upon a special place. It is an exquisite piece of...More

A most memorable morning spent here. We were given a tour of the moulin by the miller who told us that his family have owned it for generations. He gave us a great history of it and answered all of our questions. It's worth coming...More

Fantastic Miller and son. Friendly, informative, fascinating. Great day out for all. This traditional french, very old windmill is a joy to visit. The miller is very funny and loves to practice his english, which he does very well. His family are charming and I...More

This windmill is a wonderful piece of working history and it is extremely well worth a visit. The mill is fully working and we were guided by the lovely miller who has been working there for 30 years. Although he said his English wasn't very...More

Built in the 1500s and still a working mill. Guided tours currently €8.50 per adult & worth every centime 😀 Plenty to see, including other museum buildings, and very friendly staff. A cafe is on site for crepes, ice creams, drinks etc. Children welcomed but...More