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Saint-Brevin-les-Pins walks
Circular route around Mindin via Le Bodon
Visorando Member
2.93 mi
+23 ft
-26 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A cycle ride in the Pays de Retz, between the Loire and the sea
27.80 mi
+302 ft
-295 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
Opposite Saint-Nazaire, the Vélodyssée runs along the western and northern edges of the Pays de Retz. This is a wonderful opportunity to cycle along it, first past the beaches of Saint-Brévin and then Tharon-Plage, before heading north-east through a lovely stretch of wooded countryside interspersed with two coastal marshes, and finally returning to the starting point whilst counting the fishing villages dotted along the banks of the Loire.
Sea, town, countryside and banks of the Loire, starting from Saint-Brévin-les-Pins
7.16 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk starting from Place Bougainville in St-Brévin-les-Pins, first following the beach southwards, then turning north through the village centre to explore the countryside before returning along the Loire.
Beaches and dunes in Saint-Brévin l'Océan
6.51 mi
+33 ft
-30 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
Two circular walks starting from Le Pointeau, on the beach and then along the edge of the dune cordon. Discover the Pointeau site, a key location in the Atlantic Wall.
The Boivre circular in Saint-Brévin-les-Pins
8.11 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A great walk to get away from the beaches and discover other treasures of the region: the marshland (with its birdlife and winter pastures for horses), the panoramic views (stretching as far as the Saint-Nazaire bridge), prehistoric remains (menhirs), the coastal forest and seaside architecture (the ‘Brévinoises’ villas).
From the Petit Maroc to Monsieur Hulot beach
12.68 mi
+689 ft
-686 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A route to walk alongside the Loire River as it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. In Saint-Nazaire-Plage, the seaside promenade is very popular with Nazairians. It is open to the Loire estuary and its maritime traffic. Further on, on the beautiful coastal path, open to the south, and shaded by pine trees, you sometimes have the feeling of being on the edge of the Mediterranean.
⚠️ Hiking poles prohibited on the Nazairian coastal path
From Petit Maroc to the Parc Paysager in Saint-Nazaire
4.53 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
This very easy walk takes you past some of Saint-Nazaire’s most iconic sights: the Loire and the harbour, the Place des Quatre z’horloges, the town hall, the landscaped park, the Jardin des Plantes, the Havane district, the Boulevard de Mer, the Petit Maroc, the outer harbour and its tugboats.
Strolling around Saint-Nazaire
6.06 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the many facets of the city: the port, museums, the Loire estuary, the beach, beautiful mansions, parks and shopping streets.
Mixed forest and seaside circular in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
3.23 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk along Gohaud Beach, known for its fishing and surfing. Then enter the Pierre Attelée forest, where you will appreciate the shade on hot days.
Walk around the Étang du Bois Joalland
2.26 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A walk for the family. On this lake, you can go kayaking and rowing. You’ll come across people out walking, cycling, riding BMX bikes and jogging. Carp fishing is permitted but regulated (see geocarp.com). Introduction to Optimist sailing at the water sports centre.
Whoever you are, you’ll leave feeling happy with your day.
Countryside and sea in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
7.43 mi
+210 ft
-213 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef (Loire-Atlantique)
A stroll through the countryside before reaching the seaside and then returning towards the town centre.
Coastal path in Saint-Marc sur Mer
10.00 mi
+597 ft
-610 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
On theGR®®34, along the Loire estuary, from the Ville ès Martin lighthouse to Pointe de Chémoulin. Two return trips, which can be adjusted as desired, starting from the Plage de la Courance car park.Please note! To avoid a long and unpleasant detour, it is best to start this hike at low tide.
Circular between Tharon Plage and Les Rochelets
8.78 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike through land, forest and sea starts at the Chapel of Tharon-Plage and takes you to Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef via an inland route, then on to the Forest of Pierre Attelée and finally to Les Rochelets in the commune of Saint-Brévin. The return to the starting point is through the shade of the forest and then along the coast with its fisheries, surfers and the Port de Comberge.
Circular walk at Tharon Plage
5.10 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef (Loire-Atlantique)
Tharon Plage, the jewel of the Côte de Jade, is the seaside resort in the commune of Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, world-famous for its Galettes Saint-Michel – this is our home!
A stroll along the seafront offers lovely walks and the chance to explore the fishing huts, the spring, the grand staircase, the Sainte-Anne Chapel and the port of Comberge.
Also worth a visit is the public garden and its pond, much loved by children and the people of Tharon.
From the bocage to the coast at Saint-Nazaire
10.90 mi
+463 ft
-492 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely walk that will allow you to discover the Nazaire countryside and the riches of the coast, whilst tracing history through the remains of the Second World War as well as prehistoric times.
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