In news that may interest those keen on investing in French property, the Vendee has established itself as one of the top tourist areas in France, it has been stated.

Located on the Atlantic seaboard, the area offers castles, abbeys, golf, sailing, cycling and islands to explore, French property firmVEF has stated.

Noting that this makes the area the second most visited tourist destination in the country, the site said it enjoys "excellent returns" on property investment, with some investors enjoying up to 24 weeks of lettings.

According to the Vendee Tourism website, one of the highlights of the Vendee calendar is the Vendee Globe, a round the world yacht race held every four years which starts and ends at the port.

Famous competitors in the race include Briton Ellen MacArthur, who became the fastest female competitor in the event in 2001.

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