The Blockhaus Museum in Les Sables d’Olonne
Nestled in Les Sables d'Olonne, less than 15 minutes from our guest rooms La Longère des Olonnes, the Le Blockhaus Hospital Museum invites you on a journey through time, to the heart of the Second World War.
This former German hospital, a historic building, offers a unique and poignant testimony to this dark period in our history.
The Le Blockhaus Hospital Museum is an unforgettable visit for anyone who wants to discover the history of the Second World War from an original angle.
This place full of history will mark you with its authenticity and immersive character.
Much more than a simple place to visit, it is a space of memory where history comes to life.
Its purpose is to pass on to future generations the memory of this painful period and to raise awareness for peace.
By crossing the doors of this museum, you enter an authentic universe.
Its 20 rooms, fully equipped with period equipment, transport you to the heart of the daily life of soldiers wounded during the conflict.
The scenes reconstructed with mannequins in uniform, the explanatory panels and the educational film offer you a total immersion in this universe.
The highlights of the museum:
Practical information
📍Address: Rue de Verdun 85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
⌚️Opening hours: The museum is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
💶Prices: Full price: €9.50/Reduced price: €7.00 (children aged 5 to 12, disabled people, veterans)
💻Site: Le Blockhaus Museum
In a bucolic setting between the sea and the forest, discover our La Longère des Olonnes guest rooms and enjoy an exotic and relaxing stay just a 10-minute drive from the city centre of Les Sables-d'Olonne.
During your stay, you can enjoy all the comfort in one of our three guest rooms:
❤️Add a touch of relaxation to your stay by enjoying our swimming pool and our spa open all year round.
Book your next vacation in our guest rooms in Les Sables d’Olonne without delay!
This former German hospital, a historic building, offers a unique and poignant testimony to this dark period in our history.
Dive into the heart of History
A must-see visit
The Le Blockhaus Hospital Museum is an unforgettable visit for anyone who wants to discover the history of the Second World War from an original angle.
This place full of history will mark you with its authenticity and immersive character.
Much more than a simple place to visit, it is a space of memory where history comes to life.
Its purpose is to pass on to future generations the memory of this painful period and to raise awareness for peace.
A living and immersive museum
By crossing the doors of this museum, you enter an authentic universe.
Its 20 rooms, fully equipped with period equipment, transport you to the heart of the daily life of soldiers wounded during the conflict.
The scenes reconstructed with mannequins in uniform, the explanatory panels and the educational film offer you a total immersion in this universe.
The highlights of the museum:
- An exceptional historic building: The blockhouse is an architectural witness of the Second World War.
- A neat scenography: The historical reconstructions are strikingly realistic.
- Activities for all ages: The museum offers guided tours, workshops and activities for children.
Practical information
📍Address: Rue de Verdun 85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
⌚️Opening hours: The museum is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
💶Prices: Full price: €9.50/Reduced price: €7.00 (children aged 5 to 12, disabled people, veterans)
💻Site: Le Blockhaus Museum
Stay in Les Sables-d'Olonne in Vendée
In a bucolic setting between the sea and the forest, discover our La Longère des Olonnes guest rooms and enjoy an exotic and relaxing stay just a 10-minute drive from the city centre of Les Sables-d'Olonne.
During your stay, you can enjoy all the comfort in one of our three guest rooms:
- Chambre Les Granges (can accommodate up to 2 people)
- Chambre Paracou (can accommodate up to 2 people)
- Chambre L’Aubraie (can accommodate up to 4 people)
❤️Add a touch of relaxation to your stay by enjoying our swimming pool and our spa open all year round.
Book your next vacation in our guest rooms in Les Sables d’Olonne without delay!
