When we talk about Loire-Atlantique, some people like its beaches, its naturalness, its character or its diversity. Pornichet and its surroundings represents a summary of all this. Others will take advantage of the museums or will decide to discover the shipyards of the town of Saint Nazaire. And in the middle of all this, the amateurs of sensations will be able to practice various water sports on the beaches or simply enjoy a drink and a meal in a sumptuous setting of the city of Pornichet.
Pornichet is a city in the west of France, located in the heart of the department Loire-Atlantique and region Pays de la Loire. Ideally located, Pornichet became a city in Its inhabitants called the Pornichetins became very attached to the charm and character of their town.
Pornichet was once a small village but sea bathing became popular and changed the village in the s. Initially reserved for an elite for the benefits of the ocean, the arrival of the railroad enabled to spread this practice to a larger number of people and also to transform the city into a real holiday resort. Today Pornichet has become a famous destination for a holiday rich in discoveries, cultural activities such as contemplating the sumptuous villas that have made the bay famous.
The 3 beaches, Sainte-Marguerite, Bonne Source and la plage des Libraires have their own atmosphere: family oriented, peaceful or animated. La Baule is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and its 9 km of fine sands encourages you to go walking. Smell the pine trees and stroll among the streets while discovering the typical villas of the city of La Baule.
A great playground for the whole family: go horse-riding or go sailing on the bay or, for something calm, enjoy a break on a bench or on the beach.
