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The City
France’s sixth-largest city, lies on the Loire estuary in the west of France, some 50 km from the coast. A former commercial and maritime centre of Brittany, the city boats a strong historical and cultural heritage.
Nantes was the capital of the independent Duchy of Brittany back in the Middle Ages and came to be a key trading port in the 18th century, thanks to its strategic position at the Loire, Erdre and Sevre rivers. Today, the city remains a prosperous and popular part of Western France.
Its impressive Castle of the dukes of Brittany, the cobbled streets and the charming half-timbered houses in the medieval Bouffay quarter still remind visitors of Nantes’ glamorous past, but the city has more to offer than just history. It boasts a lively art scene, a strong culinary background as well as a thriving nightlife. Live performances, exhibitions, concerts and tourist attractions interact with an original and coherent offer.
The figureheads of these numerous suggestions are: the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany and the Machines de l’île.
Nantes truly creative and attractive
Over the last thirty years Nantes has become one of the most dynamic and inventive city in France. An impressive array of cultural events are rolled out over the year, some of which stretch out across the globe: The ‘musical madness’ of the ”Folle Journée“ classical musical festival, the giants created by the street theatre company ”Royal de Luxe“, Estuaire (permanent open-air collection), or the ”Machines de l'Ile“ mechanical animals, and don't miss the summer event Le Voyage à Nantes !
Green Capital
In 2013 Nantes became the first French town to be awarded the title of European Green Capital. This European award is the recognition of 20 years of political will that encompasses urban development and mobility (tramway, busway, etc.), fighting against global warming and preserving the natural heritage around the Loire estuary.
Cycle-Friendly
Located at the crossroads of two international stars of bike travel beloved by the public – “La Vélodyssée” (EuroVelo 1) and “La Loire à Vélo” (EuroVelo 6) – and with its 586 km (364 mi.) of bike paths and more than 2,900 parking spots and 7,000 bike racks, Nantes and its surrounding region love cycling and have never stopped promoting cycling. Whether it’s for everyday travel or for just getting around town.
Do & See
The green line painted on the ground will take you to the heart of downtown and make sure you won’t miss out on any of Le Voyage à Nantes itinerary of the city’s best cultural stops, major monuments and must-visit sites.
Each year, this trail is revived and filled with contemporary installations, street furniture where you can sit down with friends, and even more surprising shop signs throughout the city.
Machines de l’Ile
The Machines de l’Ile is an artistic, touristic and cultural site in Nantes since 2007. Three major artworks, the Great Elephant (2007), the Merry Go Round of the Marine Worlds (2012), and the next project of the Heron Tree symbolise doors to the world of dreams and magical journeys. A mixture between the invented worlds of Jules Verne and the mechanical universe of Leonardo da Vinci.
Adresse: Les Chantiers - Bd Léon Bureau, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 174 989
Transport: Tramway line 1 stop at: “Chantiers Navals”
Château des ducs de Bretagne
The Castle of the dukes of Brittany houses the Nantes History Museum. This former ducal palace also holds temporary exhibitions and cultural events all year round. A free-access rampart offers many viewpoints of the fortress and of the city.
Adresse: 4 Place Marc Elder, Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 640 479
Transport: Tramway line 1 stop at: “Duchesse Anne”
Musée d'arts
Renovated and extended in June 2017, the Fine Arts Museum has been renamed the Musée d’arts . Steered by the Stanton-Williams Agency (Royal National Theatre, Tower of London, Belgrade Theatre, etc…), it houses a total of 17,000 m2, several exhibition halls and an auditorium. A key change is a 30% increase in exhibition space for one of the only ‘generalist’ museums in France. It is the only one outside of Paris able to present such an extensive and broad panorama of art stretching from the thirteenth to the twenty-first century. It has 10,000 works of art (paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and contemporary installations), and several hundred masterpieces painted by De la Tour, Ingres, Courbet, Chagall, Kandinsky, Picasso…
Adresse: 10, rue Georges-Clemenceau, 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 174 500
Memorial to the abolition of slavery
Nantes was the capital of the slave trade in France: it organised 43% of the French slave trade shipments in the XVIII century. The City wants to assume its past and give shape to the memory via a powerful political gesture. The Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery in Nantes is the biggest in Europe. Located on the Quai de la Fosse, a symbolic place in the city that has seen many slave ships to Africa, the Memorial has been open to the public since March 2012. Following an international competition, the city of Nantes has entrusted the design of the Memorial to Krzysztof Wodiczko, a Polish artist and Julian Bonder, an Argentinian architect.
Adresse: Quai de la Fosse, 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 640 479
Jardin des Plantes
Visit the botanical garden, a priceless collection of exotic plants.
Trees from America, Asia and Africa.Nantes boasts 1,000 hectares of green areas open to the public, with some 1 million plants produced every year.
Adresse: Rue Stanislas-Baudry, Nantes
Transport: Tramway line 1 stop at: “Gare SNCF” (train station)
Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul Cathedral
Cathedral closed following a fire in July 2020. This impressive cathedral is home to the tombs of Francois II, the last Duke of Brittany, and his second wife Marguerite de Foix. Construction of the Gothic building started in 1434 and lasted for four centuries.
Adresse: Place Saint Pierre, Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 640 479
Transport: Bus stop at: “Foch Cathedrale”
Lieu Unique
Located alongside the Canal Saint-Felix, the old biscuit factory LU revamped by the architect Patrick Bouchain lives to the rhythm of an atypical art centre: the Lieu Unique. Here, you will find a bar, a shop, a theatre, a hammam, a day nursery and the picturesque tower of the old LU biscuit factory.
Adresse: Quai Ferdinand Favre, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 121 434
Transport: Bus stop at "Duchesse Anne"
Ile de Nantes
Formerly occupied by the shipyards (closed in 1987) and by industries, this area is in complete rehabilitation and finds some harmony between the conservation of industrial heritage and the development of a new modern space. The Isle of Nantes is a perpetually changing area with contemporary architecture. On both sides of this territory perched on the Loire river are standing resolutely original and innovative buildings built by the greatest international architects: Jean Nouvel, Alexandre Chemetoff, Christian de Portzamparc, Marcel Smets…
Adresse: Ile de Nantes
Estuaire Nantes <> Saint-Nazaire
All year long, from Nantes to Saint Nazaire it's an open air art collection. Each creation, signed by an internationally renowned artist leads you to an atypical place or to a remarkable site of the estuary of the Loire river. Since 2007, over 33 artworks have now been the stones of a monument scattered along 60 km. This artistic trail will make you discover a fascinating territory, its heritage and its natural resources.
Théâtre Graslin
Built in 1788, the Graslin Theater is an impressive building with an entrance boasting eight Corinthian columns and marble, gold and royal blue velvet inside. It is home to the Opera of Nantes and marks the focal point of the Place Graslin. The famous brasserie La Cigale is in front of it.
Adresse: Place Graslin, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 697 718
Musée Jules Verne
The museum inside this great bourgeois mansion depicts the life and works of writer Jules Verne (born in Nantes in 1828), one of Nantes’ most famous citizens.
Adresse: 3 Rue de l’Hermitage, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 697 252
Planétarium
Embark on a voyage through space as the planetarium brings our universe to life. Located near the Jules Verne museum.
Adresse: 8 Rue des Acadiens, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 739 923
Discover the Nantes vineyard
The Muscadet vineyards are just a stone-throw away and are easily accessible from Nantes. A special itinerary has been put in place to make the most of what this authentic region can offer: visit of Clisson, a lovely city with Italian-style architecture, wine tasting and specific viewpoints. Discover the new belvedere in Chateau Thebaud!
Cruise on the Loire river "Estuaire Nantes-Saint Nazaire"
Take advantage of a river cruise to reach the point where the Loire runs into the ocean and see the estuary from the unique viewpoint of… the river: working docks, remarkable natural areas, and the Estuaire art installations communicating with their surroundings. Embark on a colourful rhythmic night time river cruise from July to October.
Telefon: + 33 240 694 040
Guided Tours
Pre-recorded audio-guide all year long
Possibility for 4 different trails translated in 5 langages (French, English, German, Spanish, Italian) to discover Nantes.
Strolling Nantes
Nantes in the middle ages
Nantes from history to memory
The isle of Nantes Western tip
Adresse: 9 Rue des États, 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 640 479
Transport: Tramway line 1 stop at: “Duchesse Anne” or "Bouffay"
Shop Signs
Since 2014, artists have been commissioned to imagine the signs for a series of shops in Nantes. Along the green line, discover this collection of shop signs. Like unexpected apparitions, these artists' works disturb the continuum of signs in the downtown streets of Nantes.
Dining
The area boasts some of France’s finest produce, recipes and wines. Wherever you go, seafood, straight out of the Atlantic, is on the menu. Want a simple grilled fish? Eat it with a beurre blanc sauce, created right here in town and surroundings. Need a pinch of sea salt? The very best comes from Guérande. This is also France’s kitchen garden, producing flavourful, tender vegetables. Partner it all with a glass of Muscadet, the local white wine that goes so well with oysters or fish, mussels or crab. Award-winning winemakers and chefs guarantee memorable meals.
Roza*
The location (across from the Natural History Museum’s entrance and tree-lined square) could not be more ideal for this up-and-coming restaurant run by the intrepid young chef Jean-François Pantaléon. With his extensive experience in some of the greatest kitchens (La Mare aux Oiseaux, La Duchesse Anne, La Grande Cascade, Le Meurice, Apicius) and his own culinary venture (Coretta, Paris 17th arrondissement), he will delight you with a sophisticated, intuitive and delicate cuisine, served in a stylish setting (bearing the signature of Brune de la Guerrande), that will surely impress. Well-paced service. 1 star Michelin.
Adresse: 3 Place de la Monnaie 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 540 187
L'Aménité
L’Aménité or the art of a warm and generous welcome. The address has been revamped with a lot of pep, both in terms of decor and cuisine, yet remains ever tasteful and sophisticated. Chef Richard Cornet’s past experience notably includes the kitchen at Pickles and it shows: the cuisine is lively, inventive, colourful, well-seasoned and globetrotting, while also firmly rooted in Nantes and its environs.
Adresse: 4 rue Fénelon 44000 Nantes
Telefon: + 33 240 200 346
Pickles
This brilliant neo-bistro lives up to its word-of-mouth reputation. Run by an English chef, Dominic Quirke cooks local and ethnic dishes, made with great precision, often unexpected, and all served in a relaxed and contemporary space. Label Rouge salmon, miso, cucumber pickles, horseradish yogurt, nori; lean roast beef, pan-fried young greens, sesame rice, chestnut crumble, verbena emulsion, parsley.
Gault et Millau 2 toques.
Adresse: 2 rue du Marais
Telefon: + 33 251 841 189
Little Atlantic Brewery
In the heart of the Docks of Chantenay of Nantes, in this building loaded with the naval and cultural history of the neighborhood (Chantier de l'Esclain, Bloc 13, Atelier du Dahu…), people meet to have a drink with friends, eat a piece with family, Enjoy diverse cultural programming. Or simply stroll along the Loire. Here, year-round, five beers are brewed with passion as well as specialties in limited brews.
Adresse: 23 Boulevard de Chantenay
Le Manoir de la Régate*
Backed by his sister Anne-Charlotte in the dining room, Mathieu Pérou took over from his father as head of this family restaurant and skilfully enchants delights diners with the products of his terroir (fish from the river Erdre, seaweed from the Le Croisic, wild plants), through a gastronomic cuisine of great finesse. The chef prepares delightful dishes with ingredients sourced from local producers. Le Manoir de la Régate is the first restaurant in the area to be rewarded by the Michelin Guide for its sustainable gastronomy (Green star). 1 star Michelin.
Adresse: 155 route de Gachet, 44300 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 180 297
L'Atlantide 1874* - Maison Guého
This famous, award-winning restaurant is considered to be one of the best in town. Chef Jean-Yves Gueho is well-known for creating innovative dishes, such as lobster salad with yellow wine sauce.
1 star Michelin.
Possibility to sleep on the spot with 4 rooms with the view on the Loire river.
Adresse: 5 Rue de l'Hermitage, 44100 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 732 323
La Cigale
Considered as one of the most beautiful brasserie in France since the 19th century. La Cigale is a good place for oysters and offers some mouth-watering desserts.The place to be.
Adresse: 4 Place Graslin, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 849 494
Lulu Rouget*
Ludovic Pouzelgues, aka Lulu Rouget, had held every position at l’Atlantide (including pastry chef), was trained by chocolatier-pâtissier Vincent Guerlais, before joining the staff at Maison Troisgros in Roanne. Thanks to this exceptional experience, his personality expresses itself today through a true cuisine d’auteur (different everyday!) praising the ocean’s riches to high heaven. His signature dish is “le roug(et) noir de Lulu” (“Lulu’s red and black mullet”). 1 star Michelin.
Adresse: 4 Place Albert Camus, 44200 Nantes
Telefon: +33 204 474 798
L'U.Ni
Chef Nicolas Guiet, shows his unique flair by highlighting vegetal flavours with the help of market gardener Olivier Durand and his "experimental" crops. On the menu you'll find an explosion of sea/land/vegetal flavours brought to their highest expression.
Adresse: 36 Rue Fouré, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 755 305
Les Chants d'Avril
An almost religious attachment to quality produce, technical cooking methods and a Mystery Prix-fixe menu are the foundations of this delicious haunt. The chef, Christophe François, took over this Nantes institution.
Adresse: 2 Rue Laënnec, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 893 476
Crêperie Heb Ken
In the shopping area, have a traditional crepe or a galette.Not far from the famous Place Royale.
Adresse: 5 Rue de Guérande, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 487 903
La Civelle
Everything is perfect, decoration, food and the location, on the bank of Loire. A reference in Nantes! On the other side of the river Loire, take the ferry, in 10 minutes you will be arrived.
Adresse: 21 Quai Marcel Boissard, Rezé 44000
Telefon: +33 240 754 660
Lamaccotte
Near the cathedral, Maxime Bocquier cooks with local products. To discover !
Adresse: 7 rue Saint-Denis 44000 Nantes
Telefon: + 33 285 374 230
Le Petit Boucot
Situated near the theatre Graslin, the restaurant owned by young chef Frédéric Chiron is recommended by Gilles Pudlowsky.
Adresse: 3 rue Lekain 44000 Nantes
Telefon: + 33 253 970 404
Villa Mon Rêve
Based inside a charming 19th-century villa with a large garden, chef Jérôme Ponchelle's menu boats delicious fresh fish and seafood as well as French specialities.
Adresse: 2 Levée de la divatte - Route des Bords de Loire - Basse Goulaine
Telefon: +33 240 035 550
L’Abelia
Housed in an immaculate stone mansion, dating from 1900, L’Abelia serves fine, traditional French cuisine peppered with modern touches, including sea bass in foamed cream sauce, and a crème brulée to die for. Fresh food from the day market.
Adresse: 125 Bd des Poilus, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 354 000
Cafes
The city offers many places to relax and where you can have a break around a coffee and Nantes‘ sweetmeats like BN or biscuits LU, “berlingot” and “rigolette” sweets, butter-scotch caramels, “fouace” starshaped sweet bread, Nantes cake, chocolates, coffee…
Le Select
After a visit in the castle of the Dukes of Brittany nearby, enjoy having a rest in this tiny art deco place, where you can eat too.
Adresse: 14 Rue du Château, Nantes
Telefon: +33 665 677 082
Le Bar du Coin
This ’corner bar’ in the heart of the medieval Bouffay quarter is where most Nantais nights out get started.
Adresse: 21 Rue de la Juiverie, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 475 505
Café Le Flesselles
This bar organises events calles "cafés philo" to discuss on philosophy, around a drink.
Adresse: 3 Allee Flesselles, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 476 614
Restaurant café de l’Orangerie
Located in the Jardin des Plantes, enjoy a nice time on the terrace which enjoys breathtaking views over the garden and greenhouses...
Adresse: 15 Rue Gambetta, Nantes
Telefon: +33 228 442 708
Le Petit Flore
Fancy a lunch or coffee break in the centre? It’s in the Petit Flore you must stop. The terrace on the other hand, offers a pleasant view over the Place Royale a bit away from the crowd.
Adresse: 1 Rue des Vieilles Douves, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 482 488
Bars & Nightlife
Nantes has a thriving and young nightlife, thanks largely to its growing student population. Whether you are looking for an arty bar to discuss philosophy with like-minded people, or if you just fancy bogeying all night long – Nantes has something for everyone.
Quartier Bouffay
West of the Cathedral lies the historic medieval quarter of Bouffay, which has retained much of its old charm. A stroll alongside the cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses – some dating back to the 15th century – feels like a jump in time back to the Middle Ages. The place to have a drink with friends!
Adresse: Quartier Bouffay, Nantes
Transport: Tramway stop: “Bouffay”
Hangar à bananes
Addresses of bars and ideas to go out, have a drink, go to concerts and dance in this new part of Nantes, west part of the isle of Nantes, near the Buren art rings.The place to have fun with friends until the end of the night!
Adresse: Ile de Nantes - 21, Quai des Antilles, Nantes
Le bar du Lieu Unique
Housed in the former LU biscuit factory since the 1st January 2000, the “lieu unique” is a friendly, cultural melting pot, ripe for artistic exploration. It is a place of coming together and as well as its own dedicated creative spaces there are a number of retail activities including: bar, restaurant, bookshop, steam room, nursery.Orphan to her twin tower, lost in 1974, the LU tower was restored to its exact original when the factory was reconverted into a national arts venue. As a symbol of Nantes’ industrial heritage, the tower is once again recognised locally as a figurehead, this time for the lieu unique.
Adresse: Quai Ferdinand Favre, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 720 555
La Maison Café
A café/bar in the design of a 1970s house, with a large terrace for the hot summer evenings. Come here to sip a glass of wine on the living room sofa or inside the bathtub.
Adresse: 4 Rue Lebrun, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 370 412
Stereolux
Part of La Fabrique on the Île de Nantes, Stereolux is an arts and culture project focused on contemporary musics and digital creation. It stands next to Les Nefs of Les Machines de l'île, not far from the city centre, in a neighbourhood it shares with other cultural projects, together with higher education institutions, tourist attractions and creative and cutting-edge industries.
Adresse: 4, bd Léon-Bureau 44200 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 432 043
Café Cult’
Squeezed inside a darkened half-timbered house and hung with local art, this bohemian place draws a student crowd and sometimes hosts concerts. During the day it serves mega cheap but palate-pleasing lunches.
Adresse: 2 Rue des Carmes, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 471 849
John McByrne
A traditional Irish pub in the heart of Bouffay quarter. In addition to the classical drinks list you will find at the John Mc Byrne a large variety of beers and whiskies.
Adresse: 21 rue des Petites Écuries, 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 896 446
Events
A port-town, a student-town, a cultural and friendly place to be, Nantes rarely goes to sleep at the end of the day. Night-time activities light up the town. Theatre or opera, cinema, concerts, dance shows or circus, night-time exhibitions, festivals and all sorts of events in and around Nantes sowing the seeds for an exciting night out. Even well into the night the lights don’t dim, as Nantes is a port-town…
La Folle Journée
The Folle Journée has become a major classical music event for Nantes since 28 years. The concept is to provide a classical weekend like no other in the world, presenting dozens of concerts, shorter deals and more affordability.
Adresse: Cité des congrès, Nantes, lieu unique...
Telefon: +33 251 882 140
Åpningstider: End January / Beginning February
Le Voyage à Nantes
Every summer, discover this poetic urban trail. Artists, designers, architects are invited to express themselves in the public arena. It is the occasion for the town to go a little bit further off-beat than normal! Ephemeral installations, works of art, places where it’s good to meet lead you on a journey of discovery across the town. Save the date !
Adresse: 9 Rue des États, Nantes
Åpningstider: July + August
La Cantine du Voyage / The Canteen
Open from May to mid October, The Cantine du Voyage is a friendly and welcoming place. A place to eat, to have a drink. You can find a bookshop, children's playgrounds, French boules and table football.
Adresse: Quai des Antilles 44000 Nantes
Aux Heures d'Eté
An all summer festival based on different cultures from near and far. Loads of events in town for all the family.
Åpningstider: July + August
Les Rendez-Vous de l'Erdre
Hugely popular jazz festival along the quays of the Erdre river. Boats, river and music combining to create a great atmosphere.
Adresse: ile de Versailles 44000 Nantes, river Erdre
Åpningstider: end of August
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Scopitone
Multimedia and eletronic music festival where artists, musicians, videomakers, graphic designers work together for art.
Adresse: 4 Boulevard Léon Bureau, 44200 Nantes
Åpningstider: in September
Les Utopiales
International Science Fiction Festival grouping cinema, literature and cartoons.
Adresse: La Cité des Congrès, Nantes
Åpningstider: end of October
Noël aux Nefs
The Christmas spirit comes to the ship-building sheds with its Christmas trees, ice sculptures, roasted chestnuts, hot chocolate, mulled wine and Christmas lights at nightfall…
Adresse: Les Machines de l'Île, Nantes
Åpningstider: Christmas holidays
Festival of 3 continents
This international film festival presents the cinematography of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With exclusive premieres of works of fiction, retrospective, tribute to an actor.
Åpningstider: In November
Shopping
If you like shopping, you will love Nantes ! When people go window-shopping, they talk about "crébillonner" – which comes from Rue Crébillon – the city’s most famous shopping street and its area. Rue Crébillon houses the most important designer stores as well as a range of interesting local labels. The street leads to the famous Passage Pommeraye, a stunning 19th-century arcade with chic boutiques: a must-see for Nantes visitors. Don’t miss the Marché de Talensac on Place de Talensac, which is the town’s biggest market – open every day except Monday.
Bargain-hunters should go to the shops on Rue Jean Jaurès and around Place Viarme, where the city’s flea market kicks off every Saturday morning.
Passage Pommeraye
Built in 1843 and still unchanged in the 21st century. Built on a steep incline, the three floors are flanked by numerous shops and a monumental decorative staircase. It’s a heaven for shoppers needing a fix and has inspired many artists, the film-maker Demy and the designer Tardi. A new extension has been built in 2015, this forms part of a new arcade opening out onto the rue Santeuil.
Adresse: Passage Pommeraye, Rue de la Fosse, 44000 Nantes
Crébillon Street
Can you “Crébillonner”? Yes you can! Because it means window shopping
while strolling up and down the road of the same name!
Adresse: Rue Crébillon 44000 Nantes
Bouffay Area
Timber-framed houses, visible remnants of the 15th and 16th centuries blend in with today’s shops, bars and restaurants in every imaginable style. It’s a place of crossroads and chance meetings; for going out, for shopping or just wandering through with the ever-present crowds.
Shopping center, the Centre Beaulieu
With more than 100 shops, the Centre Beaulieu is the largest shopping place in the city center of Nantes. One of the top places of " fashion culture", with its bold and modern architecture realized by the talented Patrick Bouchain gives it a real personality .
Adresse: Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 470 026
Fromagerie Beillevaire
Very good cheese-monger shop in Nantes with local homemade products ! Also in the Marché de Talensac.
Adresse: 8 Rue Contrescarpe, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 120 270
Les Rigolettes Nantaises
If you have a sweet tooth, go to the shop of Les Rigolettes Nantaises, which are local sweets and present other specialities.
Adresse: 18 Rue de Verdun, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 480 039
Chocolaterie Debotté
The great specialist and also the best old place to buy chocolates and specialities of Nantes.
Adresse: 9 Rue de la Fosse, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 482 319
Chocolaterie Pâtisserie Vincent Guerlais
The pastry-chef Vincent Guerlais frequently invents new pastries and new chocolates with great talent. A shop is also at the Talensac market.
Adresse: 11 Rue Franklin, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 080 879
Biscuiterie La Trinitaine
The story of La Trinitaine, an iconic Breton heritage brand, revolves around a family and a specific area of expertise: that of biscuit-making. Passed down through the generations, this expertise draws on original recipes, accompanied by a daring, open-minded approach to ensure continued innovation and the development of new products.
Adresse: 4 Place Saint Pierre, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 203 336
ABC Terroirs
Find the best of the french products and the local specialities in one single shop !
Adresse: 5 Place Saint Pierre - 44000 NANTES
Telefon: +33 240 897 626
Galeries Lafayette
Grand shop, temple to fashion. Find all the latest fashion trends, beauty products, lingerie, accessories, menswear, women’s and children’s wear.
Adresse: 2-20 rue de la Marne 44000 Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 998 212
Boutique Hermès
Leather bags, jewels, scarves to find the French tradition luxury in the prestigious Passage Pommeraye.
Adresse: 20 Passage Pommeraye, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 121 206
Boutique Sonya Rikiel
The shop to discover the collection of the famous French fashion.
Adresse: 3 Rue Boileau, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 849 000
Boutique Swarovski
Jewels in Swarovski crystal.
Adresse: 11 Rue Scribe, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 826 585
Accommodation
With clients’ comfort always on their minds, many local hoteliers frequently undertake renovation programmes. There has been a rise in the number of new hotels all authentic and unique. Eco friendly quality marks distinguish the products and services that respect the environment the most.
Hôtel Radisson Blu ****
Have you ever slept in an old Court of Justice building?
Opened in 2012, the Radisson Blu is housed in the 19th-century former Court of Justice building, the Palais de Justice. Guests can eat in the former court room, relax at the deluxe spa, utilise the convenient public parking and employ any of the six meeting rooms for an event or conference. The location of this hotel offers the ultimate in convenience to guests travelling in Nantes.
Adresse: 6 Place Aristide Briand, Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 001 000
Sōzō Hotel ****
A great four star design boutique-hotel near the Jardin des Plantes and the railway station (Gare SNCF) , in a completely transformed and decorated 19th century chapel, the 24 rooms of the Sōzō Hotel offer a unique encounter between design and historical architecture. Experience the new sensoriel space : sauna, hammam, the "ice room" and the "sensory shower".
Adresse: 16 Rue Frederic Cailliaud, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 824 000
Grand Hôtel Mercure ****
The Grand Hotel Mercure is conveniently located only a short stroll from the place Royale with all the typical amenities for this price range. This hotel has a room designed by an artist : in 2018, Elsa Tomkowiak dreamt up "Miranda#F98181" : an immersive experience in a painterly cocoon.
Adresse: 4 Rue du Couëdic, Nantes
Telefon: +33 251 821 000
Hôtel Okko ****
Okko is a french concept of downtown 4-stars hotels. Situated near the castle of the dukes of Brittany. Contemporary designed rooms combining comfort and aestheticism. Discover the Club which is a kitchen offering Aperitivo at 6 pm, a business corner with computers and a printer, a shop offering carefully chosen local products and designer accessories and a selection of newspapers, magazines and books to browse at the hotel, while curled up in one of the Patrick Norguet-designed armchairs.
Adresse: 15 Rue de Strasbourg, Nantes
Telefon: +33 252 200 070
Hôtel La Pérouse ****
Just renovated, discover this trendy hotel that is well-known for its swanky architecture and designer furniture. All rooms are decorated to a high standard.This a must of the 20th century architecture designed by the Barto + Barto architects classified "Label Patrimoine XXème siècle".
Adresse: 3 Allee Duquesne, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 897 500
Best Western de la Régate****
This hotel is perfectly integrated with its surroundings and boasts an excellent location on the banks of the Erdre. Centred on ecology and sustainable development, savour its French charm and warm atmosphere.
Adresse: 155 Route de Gachet, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 502 222
Hôtel Nantes Centre Passage Pommeraye ****
Located in a quiet area near the entrance of the Passage Pommeraye, this stylish completely renovated hotel offers good access to restaurants, shops, museums and theatre.
Adresse: 2 Rue Boileau, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 487 879
Hôtel de France Océania ****
Perfectly located in the heart of the city this 18th century hotel is a monument built in a Louis XVI style in 1857.
Adresse: 24 Rue Crébillon, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 735 791
L’Hôtel ***
Comfortable, with modern furniture and 33 fully-equipped rooms. L’Hotel lies in the heart of Nantes offers a great view on the castle of the dukes of Brittany, which is situated just opposite.
Adresse: 6 Rue Henri IV, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 293 031
Hôtel Graslin ***
Situated in the heart of the cultural center of Nantes, just a step away from the Passage Pommeraye, the Cambronne court, the brasserie La Cigale and the Theater, the Graslin hotel will know how to seduce you by its refinement and its inspiring Jules Verne atmosphere.
Adresse: 1 Rue Piron, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 697 291
Nantes Camping *****
Welcome to Nantes Camping, 8.5 hectares of fresh, contemporary accommodation in the great outdoors - yet just a few minutes from the city-centre of Nantes! And beyond offering accommodation, its new services, and access to its leisure facilities : (Pool, Ice Rink) is sure to make your stay a pleasant one! Nantes Camping is open all year round.
Adresse: 21 Bd du Petit Port, Nantes
Telefon: +33 240 744 794
Tourist Information
Pass Nantes
If you want to go sight-seeing and use the public transport system at the same time, the Pass Nantes is your best option. This city pass includes free entrances to museums, monuments, guided tours and the public transport network (including the airport shuttle). Pass holders also get a range of discounts in shops, and other places in the vineyard and also in Saint-Nazaire. Rates: 24 hours at 26€ / 48 hours at 35€ / 72 hours at 45€ / 7 days at 90€.
Adresse: 9 Rue des États, Nantes
Telefon: +33 272 640 479 (from abroad) / 0 892 464 044 (0,35€/min from France)
E-post: [email protected]
Aeroport Nantes Atlantique
The Aeroport Nantes Atlantique lies just south of Nantes and is the leading airport in the west of France. The bus TAN shuttle takes you, in about 20 minutes, near the railway station (“Gare SNCF Sud” stop) and then near the Convention centre ( “Lieu Unique” stop) or in the direct city centre (“Commerce” stop). Tickets (single:9 Euros) can be bought inside the TAN shuttle-buses and are valid for one hour throughout the local TAN public transport network.
A taxi stand is located at the entrance door of the airport terminal. A taxi ride to downtown Nantes takes around 25 minutes and will cost you between 40 to 50 Euros, depending on the distance and the time of day.
Adresse: Aeroport Nantes Atlantique, 44346 Bouguenais
Telefon: +33 892 568 800
Public Transport
Nantes has a good tram network , stretching around 35 kilometres, as well as a good bus network. The public transport system is operated by TAN (Transport de l’Agglomeration Nantaise). A single ticket for 1 hour costs 1,70€ (or 2€ in the bus at the driver ! ) and can be used throughout the TAN network and on the airport shuttle (9€). The ticket is valid for one hour and it must be perforated before you begin your journey. TAN also offers a 24-hour ticket (5,80€).
Taxi
Taxis are available in the streets of Nantes especially at the Gare Sncf Sud or Place du Commerce.
Post Office
Post Offices are located throughout the town :
2, Place de Bretagne (in front of Bretagne Tower)
17, allée des Tanneurs (cours des 50 Otages)
Emergency doctors
Emergencies :
- dial 15
- or head to the CHU Hôtel-Dieu emergency room at 9 Quai Moncousu
SOS Médecins :
- dial +33 240 503 030
- http://www.sosmedecins-nantes.fr/
Telephone
Country code: +33
Area code: 02
Electricity
230 volts
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