The Ferme pédagogique de la Jarrie, in Nesmy near La Roche-sur-Yon, is a farm to discover through participation: meeting animals, supervised care, pony rides and activities centred on the garden, biodiversity and food.
Which activity should you choose with children?
For younger children, animal care offers a chance to feed or brush goats, ponies and other residents with the farm team. Pony rides are also offered according to the schedule. For a child curious about nature, workshops on the permaculture garden, seasons or plants give the outing an educational dimension.
How does the visit work?
The programme combines a farm visit, guided time with the animals and themed workshops. Activities can be booked separately depending on age and the day chosen: this is more than just an animal park for self-guided visits. The farm also welcomes school and extracurricular groups.
Things to know before visiting
Ferme de la Jarrie is at 12 La Grande Jarrie, 85310 Nesmy, in the La Roche-sur-Yon area. The tourist office lists activities from Tuesday to Saturday, with booking required; workshops change during the holidays. Check the programme and availability before travelling.
A little extra
The venue connects animal care with a food-producing garden. The shop also offers organic or local products and young plants, extending the discovery after the workshop.
