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Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) walks
Strolling around Saint-Nazaire
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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.
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
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.
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.
From the bocage to the coast at Saint-Nazaire
10.94 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.
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.
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.
Monsieur Hulot at the Jardin d'Océanis
5.41 mi
+279 ft
-295 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
This route, which starts at Monsieur Hulot Beach in Saint-Marc-sur-Mer, allows you to enjoy the coastal path and pass through wooded areas.
Coastal path from Pointe de Chémoulin to Old Pornichet
6.08 mi
+82 ft
-105 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
On theGR®®34, between Petite Vallée Beach and Pointe du Bé, passing by Pointe de Chémoulin, a beautiful site on the Côte Sauvage, then along the dune cordon of Old Pornichet and beautiful beaches.
From Chemoulin to Gavy, by land and sea
7.53 mi
+354 ft
-384 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
The coastal path between Saint-Nazaire and Pornichet undoubtedly showcases one of the most beautiful aspects of the Guérande Peninsula. Dotted with coves with a Mediterranean feel – save for the colour of the water – the GR® 34 winds its way between cliffs and unassuming villas, far from the nearby urban hustle and bustle. And to round things off, there’s nothing quite like a circular rural route that you wouldn’t expect to find in such a heavily urbanised part of the Côte d’Amour.
From Sainte-Marguerite beach to Saint-Marc beach
4.87 mi
+295 ft
-312 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Pornichet (Loire-Atlantique)
A round trip hike to admire the Loire estuary. From Sainte Marguerite beach, take the coastal path linking beautiful sandy beaches to Saint-Marc beach, where Jacques Tati's film "Les vacances de monsieur Hulot" (1953) was shot. A statue of Mr Hulot watches over the beach eternally.
Walk in the bocage countryside in Pornichet
7.12 mi
+190 ft
-180 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pornichet (Loire-Atlantique)
This route allows you to explore the lesser-known areas behind Pornichet than the coastal path.
Walk in Grande Brière around Saint-Malo-de-Guersac
4.56 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Malo-de-Guersac (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk along the edge of the Grande Brière. As you circle the village, you will discover meadows sometimes flooded by the rising spring waters, separated by the canals you will be walking alongside. In Rozé, you can climb up to a viewpoint to enjoy a view of the entire Grande Brière.
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.
La Brière between Sandun and Saint-André-des-Eaux
8.21 mi
+59 ft
-62 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Guérande (Loire-Atlantique)
La Brière, France's second largest freshwater marsh, is a secret land hidden behind the surrounding hedgerows. The suggested route allows you to explore it from the land bordering it to the west and even catch a glimpse of it from the Sandun hill, which rises to a height of 28 metres. A real mountain in this flat country!But be careful, marshes are best explored when the water level allows it.Circuit temporarily closed