SOUTHERN BRITTANY
LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE:
From La Baule Beaches to Loire Riverbanks
Let yourself be enchanted
by its many charms
and warm welcome.
Holidays in Loire-Atlantique: Prestigious Beaches & Salt Marshes
In the heart of historic Brittany, Loire-Atlantique combines prestigious beaches, salt marshes and maritime heritage. From the shores of La Baule to the streets of old Nantes, via the medieval city of Guérande, the department offers a concentrate of experiences between land and sea. Over 800 certified accommodations, from seaside villas to rural cottages, promise exceptional stays.
Between Ocean and History: A Territory of Discoveries
From the beaches of the Côte d’Amour to the shipyards of Saint-Nazaire, Loire-Atlantique reveals a thousand faces. The industrial heritage fascinates with visits to Airbus and the Chantiers de l’Atlantique. Nantes vibrates to the rhythm of its Machines de l’île, dominated by the famous mechanical Elephant, whilst salt workers perpetuate the salt harvest in the marshes of Guérande.
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Accommodation reflects the diversity of the territory:
- Belle Époque villas facing the ocean in La Baule and Pornichet
- Cottages in former salt workers’ houses in Guérande and Le Croisic
- Character bed & breakfasts in the Nantes vineyard
- Renovated fishermen’s houses at Le Pouliguen port
- Designer apartments in historic Nantes centre
- Unique accommodation in Brière Natural Park
Traditional Tables and Bistros
Culinary tradition is also expressed in:
- Artisan crêperies along the coast
- Brière countryside inns
- Bistros in Nantes market halls
- Fishing port restaurants
- Muscadet wine growers’ tables
Loire-Atlantique Gastronomy: Michelin Stars & Local Flavours
Loire-Atlantique shines with its seven Michelin-starred restaurants, true ambassadors of local gastronomy. La Mare aux Oiseaux in Saint-Joachim showcases the finest Brière produce, whilst Lulu Rouget in Nantes reinvents Loire Valley cuisine. Beyond these exceptional tables, artisan crêperies, coastal brasseries and rural inns keep culinary tradition alive.
From seafood platters to buckwheat galettes, via Nantes cake and Muscadet sur lie wine, each terroir reveals its specialities in the traditional markets and halls throughout the department.
Loire-Atlantique Through the Seasons
Spring of Discoveries The salt marshes come back to life under the spring sun. La Baule bay welcomes the first bathers whilst Nantes terraces come alive. The Muscadet vineyard buds, promising future harvests.
Summer of All Possibilities The 9 kilometres of La Baule beach buzz with activities. Le Voyage à Nantes transforms the city into a giant art gallery. The seven starred restaurants, including La Mare aux Oiseaux in Saint-Joachim and Lulu Rouget in Nantes, offer their summer menus. The shipyards open their doors to curious visitors.
Gourmet Autumn The harvest animates the Nantes vineyard. Brière dons flamboyant colours, ideal for boat trips. Gastronomic festivals celebrate Le Croisic oysters and local produce. The starred tables showcase the first game.
Authentic Winter Spring tides attract fishermen to the wild coast. Nantes lights up for the festivities, its castle hosting exhibitions and events. Brière, mysterious under the mist, invites winter walks. In the ports, chefs prepare freshly landed fish and seafood.
Looking for a hidden gem? A great deal?
Dive into Loire-Atlantique, a land of contrasts where ocean and history blend harmoniously. From the legendary beach of La Baule to the creative city of Nantes, via the medieval city of Guérande and the shipyards of Saint-Nazaire, discover a department between maritime tradition and modernity that will amaze you in all seasons.
Our accommodation in Loire-Atlantique welcomes you between ocean and history. Discover our charming villas facing the ocean in La Baule, our character houses in the streets of Guérande, or our designer apartments in the heart of old Nantes.
For sea lovers, choose our ocean view rentals near the Côte d’Amour beaches, or select accommodation in the heart of the salt marshes. Culture enthusiasts will be charmed by our bed & breakfasts in the Nantes vineyard or our traditional cottages in Brière Natural Park.
The local team at vacances-mer-montagnes meticulously selects each cottage rental and bed & breakfast to guarantee you a quality stay, whether you’re seeking the buzz of seaside resorts, Nantes’ cultural richness, or the tranquillity of Brière marshes.
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