This is a must-see activity in Guérande!
Nicknamed the “Carcassonne of the West,” the medieval city stretches over 1300 meters. Discover its four gates: BIZIENNE, VANNETAISE, SAILLE and the largest, SAINT-MICHEL Gate.
Inside the city, there are numerous shops. You can also discover historical relics like the Notre-Dame-La-Blanche Chapel and the Saint-Aubin Collegiate Church located at the city centre.
Many guided tours are proposed at the Guérande Tourist Office.
Spanning 2,000 hectares, this ecological heritage site has been crafted by human hands for centuries and is designated as a “Site of Remarkable Taste.” With diverse flora and fauna, it can be explored through various tours, including Terre de Sel and the Maison des Paludiers in Guérande, as well as the Salt Marsh Museum in Batz-sur-Mer. A visit to the salt marshes is a must in Guérande, offering insight into the history and ecology of the famous “white gold.”
At Eco Nuit hotel, guests receive a €1 discount on these tours at the front desk.
The Brière Regional Natural Park, the second largest marshland in France, covers nearly 50,000 hectares of meandering canals. Guided tours by barge or horse-drawn carriage allow you to explore the Brière’s rich flora and fauna as well as its thatched houses, known as chaumières. Located just a few minutes from the Eco Nuit Hotel in Guérande, a visit to the Brière is a timeless experience.
The Océarium du Croisic is a vast aquarium with more than 4,000 sea creatures in 56 tanks. With 2,500 cubic metres of seawater, it is an immersive experience for families and friends to explore the underwater world. Enjoy interactive exhibits and activities throughout the day for a deeper understanding of marine life.
Special skip-the-line tickets are available at discounted prices: €14.50 for adults and €11.50 for children aged 3-12. Discounts available at the reception.
