Just an hour from Guérande, Nantes, former city of the Dukes of Brittany, has become one of France's most creative cities. A perfect blend of historic heritage and artistic daring.
The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany
The last castle on the Loire before the ocean, this 15th-century fortress is home to the Nantes History Museum. Its parts and inner courtyard are freely accessible, offering a historic interlude in the heart of the modern city.
Le Voyage à Nantes
Follow the «green line» marked out on the ground to discover the city's nuggets: the Passage Pommeraye (a listed 19th-century shopping arcade), Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul Cathedral and the Jardin des Plantes. Every summer, the «Le Voyage à Nantes» event installs unusual contemporary works of art throughout the city.
Culture and Gastronomy
Nantes is also a gourmet capital. Take advantage of the terraces in the Bouffay district to sample the famous Gâteau Nantais or explore the surrounding Muscadet vineyards. The town is a vibrant cultural stop-off well worth a visit during your camping holiday.
