St.Hilaire-des-Loges. Vendee.

At the point where the prairie rolls over into the bocage just east of Fontenay-le-Comte lies the village of St. Hilaire des Loges.

This pleasant village has a wide and open square at its centre, the ancient church, strong and large is typical of the area. There is an interesting 19th century market hall built in the style of Victor Baltard who built the 19th century markets in Paris.
The town like nearby Fontenay-le-Comte was strongly Protestant and the Loges de Brion 1570 was used by the cult. Confiscated during the Revolution it passed into wealth local hands before being aquired by the local community as the Maire.
There are pleasant walk around the village which has an attractive park with small watermill and ancient Lavoir
The Pantagruelion Restaurant is a popular place for locals and those from further a field who enjoy good food.

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