Challans, Administrative commune in Vendée, France.
Located in western France, Challans extends over 164 square kilometers of predominantly flat terrain at an elevation of one meter above sea level.
The population of this French commune demonstrated substantial growth, increasing from 2,500 residents in 1793 to more than 22,000 inhabitants by 2021.
Local markets occur three times weekly on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, where vendors present regional products and fresh produce from surrounding farms.
The railway station connects travelers to major destinations including Nantes and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie through regular train services throughout the week.
The Charles Milcendeau museum in nearby Soullans displays regional artwork in a decorated building surrounded by walking and cycling paths.
Location: Vendée
Location: arrondissement of Les Sables-d'Olonne
Elevation above the sea: 29 m
Shares border with: Commequiers, Froidfond, La Garnache, Le Perrier, Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron, Sallertaine, Soullans
Address: 85300 Challans, France 85300 Challans
Phone: +33251497979
Email: mairie@challans.fr
Website: http://challans.fr
GPS coordinates: 46.84583,-1.87917
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47
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Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Challans
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Motte féodale de Châteauneuf
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Maison de Charles Milcendeau
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