Saint Nazaire located on the estuary of the Loire, 32km from the campsite is the cradle of the most beautiful transatlantic liners in France.
The reputation of its famous bridge is no longer to be made: a true architectural masterpiece, it holds the record for the longest bridge in France with a length of 3,356 m.
The port of St Nazaire offers a visit to the submarine bases, cruise ships, shipyards and high-tech aircraft industry. Experience the secrets of the world’s largest cruise ships with Escal’Atlantique, a sensory, playful and intelligent experience for young and old alike. As a family, dive into the history of a journey to the 20th century with the submarine base held by the German army in the 40’s: a tourist place that has become a must in the department. The submarine L’Espadon, a ship that sailed for 25 years under the sea, reminds you of your memories through a getaway some of your childhood books!
For more information and information about these must-sees, please visit web site: http://leportdetouslesvoyages.com/
Guérande, a medieval city 45 km from Pornic, renowned for the quality of its monuments and salt marshes, is a must in the Loire Atlantique.
Guérande and its famous salt marshes! A mosaic of colors, a grandiose landscape, shaped by the hand of Man for centuries. Guérande, a true «Carcassone de l’ouest» with its 1,334 km of ramparts and its houses of character.
Labellised city of art and history since 2004, the city also belongs to the closed circle of «100 most beautiful detours of France».
La Baule, a large seaside resort at 50 km from Pornic, is one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
Belonging to the club of the most beautiful bays in the world, the Baule owes its fame to its long beach of 9km that stretches from Pornichet to Pouliguen. La Baule is also a chic image with its prestigious hotels, historic villas and prestigious Casino Barrière.
Briere regional natural park, Second marsh of France, the marsh of the Brière is a regional natural park that is part of the wealth of the region Pays de la Loire. The Parc de la Brière covers 49,000 ha in a green and preserved environment: wet meadows, hillocks, reed beds, canals… a diversity of fauna and flora that can be visited by boat.
Le Croisic, a small character town at 55km from Pornic, is a small fishing port near the salt marshes of Guérande and the marshes of Brière.
Walk along the docks where the fishing and pleasure boats moor, Stroll around the city to discover the mansions and old houses and stroll along the wild coast enjoying the coves hidden between the rocks.
For family or friends, discover the Océarium du Croisic with its 4000 animals in 56 aquariums. Every day, entertainment is offered: penguin meal, presentation of Australian sharks, diving in the tunnel...
Information and reservations: 02.40.23.02.44 - http://www.ocearium-croisic.fr/
Nantes is the 6th commune of France located 45km from Pornic. It was the stronghold of many monarchs for centuries and was coveted especially in the 15th century, when King of France and Dukes of Brittany competed to appropriate it.
For a day, discover Nantes: its city centre, its alleys, its heritage and its botanical garden. Take a walk on the Erdre on board the Nantes boats and don’t miss the island’s machines with its big elephant and its carousel of the marine worlds.
For more information: https://www.nantes-tourisme.com/en
The island of Noirmoutier located 47km from the campsite is a seaside paradise for nature lovers: blue salt marshes covering the third of the island, dunes of warm sand, undergrowth scented with green oak scents, of trees or the large villas of the Bois de la chaise typical of Noirmoutier.
The attraction of this island is also due to the particularity of its access: by the bridge or by «Le Gois», a 4 kilometer long road unique in the world and passable at low tide. Every year the Gois Strides take place: «the race against the sea» where many athletes run against the rising tide...
L’île aux papillons: The butterflies island: come and stroll among the most beautiful butterflies in the world, evolving freely among the tropical flowers, in the largest butterfly greenhouse in France. A magical moment to share with your family!
With family or friends, discover the most beautiful landscapes of “L’île d’Yeu”. The island concentrates on its 23 km² of land a great diversity of landscapes: long beaches and coastal dunes, wild coast with its coves of blond sand, moors with grass, bocage with multiple plots without forgetting its picturesque houses.
L’île d’Yeu offers a wide range of water activities, cycling and hiking, as well as numerous beaches for swimming or relaxing.
To reach l’île d’Yeu, two alternatives are possible: sea crossing or air link by helicopter or plane.
Planète Sauvage : discover the biggest safari in France at 20km from the campsite! Park with original concept, composed of a Safari Trail to be traveled with its vehicle or one of the 4x4 trucks, and a pedestrian part to the 4 different universes.
Information and reservations: 02.40.04.82.82 - http://www.planetesauvage.com/
Légendia Parc located in Frossay 15 km from the campsite, is a unique wildlife park where magic and spectacular unite to tell the greatest legends. With family or friends, let yourself be embarked in the heart of the 33 hectares of the park to meet a zoo of more than 400 animals and its shows.
Le Puy du Fou: forget the 21st century and embark on a great journey through time! Over more than 50 hectares, discover a magnificent natural park with nearly 20 grandiose shows, day and night, 4 authentic villages with their craftsmen and more than 1,500 animals in the heart of nature. Relive the fury of the circus games, vibrate to the rhythm of the equestrian stunts of the knights, live a moving adventure of cape and sword, dream before the unforgettable aerial ballet of the birds ... in each century, its emotion!
Voted the best park in the world in 2019.
