The French are well
known for their rugby prowess and in the Vendée there are 6 clubs. Yonnais at
La Roche sur Yon Fontenay-Lucon who play alternate games in each town. Les
Sablais at Les sable d'Olonne. Rugby Club Challandais, Challans. Les Herbretais At Les
Herbiers. Rugby Club of St.Hilaire de Riez.
Beside the main stream
rugby that takes place from September to May there is Beach
Rugby.