{"id":7496,"date":"2024-03-20T09:49:18","date_gmt":"2024-03-20T08:49:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/visit-nantes-winter-what-to-do\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:04:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T10:04:50","slug":"visit-nantes-winter-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-nantes-winter-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Nantes in winter: our tips (+ things to do)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Thinking of <strong>spending a few days in Nantes in winter?<\/strong> It's a great idea. The city is bustling with activity, even at this time of year. The atmosphere is just as warm despite the temperatures! Take advantage of an off-season getaway and discover the wonders hidden in <strong>this emblematic city in western<\/strong> France.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here are our tips for <strong>visiting Nantes in winter<\/strong>: activities, weather, temperatures... Plus, information on how to spend Christmas or New Year's Eve in this city full of surprises!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/visit-nantes-winter-things-to-do.jpg\" alt=\"visit nantes winter things to do\" class=\"wp-image-7484\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p>This guide is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting Nantes in winter: is it worth it?  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our review<\/h3>\n\n<p>Nantes in winter is definitely <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/is-nantes-worth-visiting-reasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">worth a<\/a> visit! The city boasts an exceptional cultural offering even at this time of year. If you're traveling at the end of the year, you can also enjoy Christmas and New Year's Eve entertainment. Admire the city decked out in light and brimming with magic.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Restaurant\/Restaurant-nantes-la-cigale\/i-B8qQBXn\/1\/DjcNMGPQDm8pmtd7dP4gwtK2MrPPjtD35cb9hBr5Q\/L\/restaurant-nantes-cigale-5-L.jpg\" alt=\"La Cigale\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Restaurant La Cigale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Every year, Nantes organizes a major winter event, Le Voyage en Hiver. You'll be enchanted by the myriad artistic light installations that adorn the city with enchantment. The many cultural venues and <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/museums-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">museums<\/a> also feature special exhibitions that are well worth a visit. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.levoyageanantes.fr\/evenements\/le-voyage-en-hiver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Nantes\/Mus&#xE9;um-Histoire-Naturelle-Nantes\/i-2nf44S4\/0\/DjFQ69qspj7pdcMJ4FbXdNqTH8tjnVf2GL7DZ26Zf\/L\/nantes-museumhistoirenaturelle-L.jpg\" alt=\"Museum\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>We recommend you take the City Pass, which gives you access to most of the city's museums and transport network. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/nantes-l296\/pass-nantes-offres-et-reductions-24-48-ou-72-h-t13529\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book it now<\/a>! There are also a number of original tours and guided visits to brighten up your stay. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/nantes-l296\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Let yourself be tempted by one of them<\/a>!  <\/p>\n\n<p>Find our list of the best things to do in Nantes <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Nantes\/Trentemoult\/i-PCFnthq\/1\/hMkLg6jP8BQ3LFZHJfdPDjj7ZGbhSZKkG2J7zRRN\/L\/Nantes_navibus-15-L.jpg\" alt=\"Trentemoult\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Village of Trentemoult<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The city shines with a thousand lights from December to January.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It's less crowded than in summer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outside Christmas, New Year's Day and Valentine's Day, hotels are less expensive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Almost everything remains open.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unprecedented artistic and cultural events take place this season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-xTnLMqF\/1\/CHt4BvMS6fDXhSb6HRM69L5P4KRtDddRwwg7jpr9V\/L\/nantes-ile-anneaux-buren-L.jpg\" alt=\"Buren rings\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Buren's rings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It's getting colder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rain and wind can be a problem during your stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The beautiful parks and gardens are less verdant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Nantes<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Would you like to sleep in the heart of Nantes and enjoy its invigorating vitality? We liked it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Blu Radisson Hotel<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/hotel-radisson-blu-nantes-graslin-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our article<\/a> - see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/radisson-blu-nantes.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">photos prices and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>L'Oceania - hotel de France<\/strong> - see <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/hotel-oceania-france-nantes-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article<\/a> - see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/de-france-nantes.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">photos prices and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Hotels\/Hotel-Radisson-Blu-Nantes\/i-4MqcQLz\/0\/231987d2\/L\/nantes-hotel-radisson-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Near the station<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">A train to catch at dawn, there's a truly magical address just 2 steps from Nantes train station:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Le Sozo Hotel <\/strong>- see <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/hotel-sozo-nantes-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article<\/a> - see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/sozo.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">photos, prices and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Hotels\/Hotel-Sozo\/i-zcRnmwF\/1\/ca7a187f\/L\/nantes-hotel-sozo-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>On the banks of the Erdre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Looking for a bit of peace and quiet, without straying too far from the city of Nantes? 2 addresses on the banks of the Erdre river:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>La Rivi\u00e8re House<\/strong> - see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/la-riviere-house-peniche-carpe-diem.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">photos, prices and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Le Best Western Plus H\u00f4tel de la R\u00e9gate<\/strong> - view <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/de-la-regate.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">photos, prices and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Hotels\/Riviere-House-Peniche-Carpe-Diem\/i-PVFxjVL\/0\/03b94d4c\/L\/nantes-hotel-peniche-carpe-diem-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" style=\"border-radius:4px\">all our tips  <strong><strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weather, temperatures and conditions<\/h2>\n\n<p>In winter, the average temperature in Nantes is around 6\u00b0C. Bring warm clothes and a good coat. It may rain. We advise you to bring a raincoat. With the winter wind, your umbrella might just blow away!<\/p>\n\n<p>You can also have beautiful sunny days. It's not unusual for a rainy day to be punctuated by sunny spells. The weather in Nantes is very changeable!<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> - one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>fairly compact car<\/strong> (many villages have narrowed the road).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about<strong>full insurance<\/strong> (parking in big cities is really tight).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png 280w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:57.14%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the cars  <strong>    <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42.86%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Nantes in winter<\/h2>\n\n<p>Nantes is full of things to do in winter! You can:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a trip back in time at the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/chateau-nantes-castle-dukes-brittany\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ch\u00e2teau des Ducs de Bretagne<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/elephant-machines-ile-nantes-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Machines de l'Ile<\/a> and be transported into the fantastic world of Jules Verne, the great writer born in Nantes!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take advantage of the city's museums and visit, for example, the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-museum-arts-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Museum of Art<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-museum-natural-history-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Museum of Natural<\/a> History, both of which we fell in love with!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treat yourself at La Cigale, the magnificent arts deco restaurant that dazzled us.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/passage-pommeraye-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Passage Pommeraye<\/a>, one of the city's finest shopping arcades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stroll through amazing green spaces (even in winter), in the Jardin Extraordinaire, the Jardin des Plantes or the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-park-grand-blottereau-nantes\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7826\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Parc du Grand Blottereau<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateau-de-Nantes\/i-zg8CRhp\/0\/CZ5dnPSQBFBSzdSnmPW9VpfpCV6RNkKJB6Kw7n57b\/L\/nantes-chateau-logis-royal-L.jpg\" alt=\"Nantes Castle\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ch\u00e2teau des Ducs de Bretagne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Why not too:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stroll through the city center, following the surprising green line and passing through the majestic Place Royale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admire the works of art that embellish the city thanks to Voyage \u00e0 Nantes and discover Buren's rings of light along the river.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savor the colors of the Talensac Market and sample local specialties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Nantes' Cathedral of Saint-Pierre and Saint-Paul.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have fun exploring the city with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/fr-fr\/nantes-l296\/nantes-escape-game-outdoor-l-elixir-de-l-alchimiste-t768899\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">escape game<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy winter events like Le Voyage en Hiver and Christmas markets. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.levoyageanantes.fr\/evenements\/le-voyage-en-hiver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Nantes\/Machines-de-lile\/i-kT6TRnX\/0\/hwspQFV7r4dHgvMZQ4PkScpJ2zXxDXWWc7G5vwd4\/L\/nantes-machine-caroussel-L.jpg\" alt=\"Carousel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Carrousel des Mondes Marins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Near Nantes, you can:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Escape to the colorful village of <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-trentemoult-nantes-navibus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trentemoult<\/a> by Navibus!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Loire castles<\/a> and discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-near-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 most beautiful around Nantes<\/a>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stroll through the magnificent medieval town of Clisson and discover its castle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the Gu\u00e9rande salt marshes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the seaside in the pretty town of Pornic and stroll along its beaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stroll along the white sands of the prestigious Bay of La Baule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover the Saint-Nazaire shipyards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Oudon\/i-98mrQZh\/1\/FZfqWbSK5vZxCxhV44THNmq2vh4t7N5fWzLjKLszj\/L\/Oudon_chateau-8-L.jpg\" alt=\"Castle of Oudon\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Castle of Oudon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" 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You can get there by car. Read our article on renting a car <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. However, in the city center, we strongly advise you to use the public transport network, as it's a real nightmare to get around! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/nantes-l296\/pass-nantes-offres-et-reductions-24-48-ou-72-h-t13529\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Take the City Pass<\/a>, which gives you access to all public transport, including the Navibus, the city's boat bus! The pass also gives access to museums in the conurbation. An excellent bargain.<\/p>\n\n<p>If you're coming from Paris or another major city, you can also choose to come by train. 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The streets, the stores, the river banks, everything lights up! Stroll through the alleys of the town center and you'll be amazed by the magic of Christmas. We also recommend exploring the city's huge Christmas market and browsing the pop-up stores of local designers that liven up the streets. An opportunity to immerse yourself in a traditional festive atmosphere and find unique gifts!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-GkZhV3S\/0\/m8pW37QjHCBMqttjQCwTcPKmqwtZjLHLmTT7Kdqg\/L\/nantes-pommeraye-galerie-fosse-L.jpg\" alt=\"Passage Pommeraye\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Passage Pommeraye<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Christmas is also a time to treat yourself! Treat yourself and stay in a prestigious hotel. Why not try <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/hotel-radisson-blu-nantes-graslin-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the elegant Radisson Blu Hotel<\/a>, one of our favorites? See our other suggestions <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>! Complete the experience by dining in a gourmet restaurant. The warm welcome of our restaurateurs and the refinement of our French cuisine will warm everyone's heart! 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Marvel at the dazzling fireworks display organized by the town every year on the evening of December 31st. Taste the festive atmosphere that will delight the whole city.<\/p>\n\n<p>You can also make the evening an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Many restaurateurs are offering special menus for New Year's Eve. Let yourself be seduced by one of the city's best restaurants, thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurant-nantes-where-eat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our list of top addresses<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Restaurant\/Restaurant-Nantes-Manoir-Regate\/i-P5Qfzbf\/1\/SbgjnZsqJFhbp2Bvd6p575fVFgvz6SbBSPZH6FtX\/L\/restaurant-nantes-manoir-regate-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful dish from the Restaurant du Manoir de la R&#xE9;gate\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colorful dish from the Michelin-starred restaurant Le Manoir de la R\u00e9gate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container 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