{"id":9955,"date":"2026-07-03T15:55:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/awareness-of-dangers\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T15:59:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:59:45","slug":"nantes-safe-dangers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/nantes-safe-dangers\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Nantes safe? Our answers + tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you thinking about visiting Nantes on your next trip?<br\/>A great idea: this city in western France offers a diverse cultural heritage, ranging from castles and gardens to contemporary art.<br\/>Before you go, here are all the details to answer your question: Is Nantes a safe city?<br\/>Check out all our practical tips for a worry-free trip.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nantes-safe-dangers.jpg\" alt=\"Information on Hazards\" class=\"wp-image-9935\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Nantes safe? Quick response<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, overall, Nantes remains a safe city for visitors. The historic district, where most of the tourist attractions are located, poses no particular risk in everyday life. In recent years, Nantes has been the subject of highly mixed media coverage, with some commentators describing a dramatic decline in public safety. We prefer to rely on the numbers rather than on this media hype: according to data from the Ministry of the Interior, crime in Nantes fell by 22.5% between 2019 and 2024, and the city has one of the lowest rates of intentional violence among major French cities. We have observed for ourselves, during our repeated visits to the city, that a visitor following the usual tourist routes has no particular reason to worry. In short, it's a pleasant destination with plenty to do.  <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find all the ideas for things to do in Nantes here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nantes is a French city where French laws apply, just like in any other major city in the country. The few things to watch out for mainly involve pickpocketing in crowded areas, certain outlying neighborhoods far from tourist sites, and the immediate vicinity of the train station in the evening.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#e5ecf3;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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Near the station<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>On the banks of the Erdre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\">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\">Pickpocketing<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-qRXQvXQ\/1\/50dd4300\/L\/nantes-passage-pommeraye-L.jpg\" alt=\"The Pommeraye passage in Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As in any city the size of Nantes, pickpocketing can occur in the busiest areas. These are almost always opportunistic thefts rather than assaults. We always keep our bags closed and in front of us in the busiest shopping areas\u2014a habit that significantly reduces the risks. We also remain vigilant on the tram at the end of the day, when the cars get crowded and people tend to let their guard down. This level of risk remains comparable to that of most major French cities.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carry your bag in front of you in crowded places<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please be careful on the tram during rush hour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your valuables out of sight on the terraces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don't leave anything in plain sight in your vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#e5ecf3;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-8f761849 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 style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\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-8f761849 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-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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\">The Station District<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The immediate vicinity of the Nantes train station may be one of the areas where you need to be more vigilant, especially in the evening: there are people living in precarious circumstances, some disturbances related to substance abuse, and an atmosphere that can sometimes feel oppressive during off-peak hours. Please note that the train station remains a functional, monitored transit area during the day; however, caution is especially advised at night in the streets immediately surrounding it. This finding applies to a limited area and does not call into question the safety of the rest of the downtown area.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advice:<\/strong><br\/>Stick to the main streets and avoid lingering on the plaza or in the adjacent streets late at night. If you arrive at night, take a taxi or book a ride-hailing service instead of walking to your lodging.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neighborhoods Worth Exploring, Off the Beaten Path<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certain outlying neighborhoods of Nantes\u2014notably Malakoff, Bellevue, Le Breil, Dervalli\u00e8res Zola, Nantes Nord, and La Botti\u00e8re\u2014account for a larger share of the criminal incidents recorded in the metropolitan area, linked to drug trafficking and local social tensions. Several of these areas are undergoing urban renewal programs, accompanied by an increased police presence. We would like to clarify an important point for travelers: these neighborhoods are residential and located away from tourist attractions, so they are not part of the usual sightseeing routes. In fact, we\u2019ve never had a reason to go there during our trips dedicated to exploring the city\u2019s heritage and cultural activities.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;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\">PLAN YOUR 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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Itineraries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-nantes-1-day-itinerary\/\">5 thematic itineraries to visit Nantes in 1 day<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Our advice to <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-nantes-2-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit Nantes in 2 days<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-nantes-3-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in 3 days<\/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:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/nantes-passage-pommeraye.jpeg\" 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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Visits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 best things to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/museums-nantes\/\">8 best museums to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/elephant-machines-ile-nantes-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\">Our tips for the elephant and the machines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/chateau-nantes-castle-dukes-brittany\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the castle of Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">All about the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-trentemoult-nantes-navibus\/\">village of Trentemoult<\/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\/Nantes\/Machines-de-lile\/i-cQTxmS2\/0\/0794ca14\/L\/nantes-elephant-machines-terrasse-2-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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12 best hotels to stay in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurant-nantes-where-eat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 best restaurants to eat in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-nantes-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car at Nantes airport<\/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\/Restaurant\/Restaurant-nantes-la-cigale\/i-6LrFqMM\/0\/e2f2f568\/L\/restaurant-cigale-nantes-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/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\">Safety in the City Center and in the Evening<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-5MMtgWb\/0\/6631ae09\/L\/nantes-ligne-verte-L.jpg\" alt=\"A narrow street in the Bouffay neighborhood of Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The historic center of Nantes, the Bouffay district, Feydeau Island, the main squares, and Nantes Island remain lively and bustling until late at night, especially on weekdays when bars and restaurants are packed. We've always felt comfortable there, even when walking home after a night out. A few quieter or less well-lit streets, such as those near the Parvis des Nefs on the \u00cele de Nantes, are still worth paying a little more attention to once night falls. In this case, we prefer to take the main roads rather than shortcuts through deserted streets.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advice:<\/strong><br\/>When traveling at night, stick to busy, well-lit streets. Avoid taking shortcuts through deserted areas, even if they seem faster.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traffic, Trams, and Parking<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-x49tD2c\/1\/158444a2\/L\/nantes-place-graslin-L.jpg\" alt=\"Place Graslin in Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving in Nantes isn't particularly difficult, aside from the heavy traffic. It's very crowded, and the historic district is partially pedestrianized, which makes it easier to explore on foot once you've parked your car. We recommend using public transportation, which is very well organized, and purchasing the <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\">Nantes City Pass<\/a>, which provides unlimited access to public transportation and many museums. If you do decide to come by car, we also recommend that you don't leave anything in plain sight inside the vehicle\u2014a precaution that applies in any major city.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a park-and-ride facility on the outskirts and finish your trip by tram<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don't leave anything in plain sight in your vehicle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay alert on the tram during rush hour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please respect the pedestrian zones in the historic district<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><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\">Book your CityPass now<\/a> for free admission to museums and free public transportation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the water safe to drink in Nantes?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, tap water is safe to drink throughout Nantes and meets current European standards. It is treated and monitored regularly, just as it is in the rest of France.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Numbers in Nantes<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep these numbers handy during your stay:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>European emergency number: 112<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency Medical Services (EMS): 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Police: 17<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firefighters: 18<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city has a comprehensive hospital system, with the Nantes University Hospital (CHU de Nantes) among the region's leading medical facilities.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety in Tourist Areas<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some useful tips based on the main neighborhoods visited by travelers.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are downtown and the Bouffay neighborhood safe?<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-RbKdQ7g\/1\/c6bf0c3a\/L\/nantes-ile-feydau-L.jpg\" alt=\"Rue de Kerv&#xE9;gan on &#xCE;le Feydeau in Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Le Bouffay and \u00cele Feydeau, the historic heart of Nantes, remain safe and pleasant neighborhoods to explore at any time of day. The narrow alleys are lined with bars and restaurants, ensuring a constant flow of people in the evenings. We especially enjoy this neighborhood for a late-afternoon stroll, when the outdoor seating areas start to fill up. Nevertheless, we remain vigilant when out and about in the narrowest and most crowded streets, where pickpocketing is still a possibility, just as it is everywhere else.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the \u00cele de Nantes safe?<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Machines-de-lile\/i-Df8MW45\/0\/1d5cf574\/L\/nantes-machines-ile-&#xE9;l&#xE9;phant-L.jpg\" alt=\"The famous elephant at Les Machines de l'Ile in Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u00cele de Nantes, home to <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/elephant-machines-ile-nantes-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3076\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Machines de l'Ile<\/a> and numerous cultural venues, is a safe neighborhood both during the day and in the evening in its bustling areas. Some more out-of-the-way areas, particularly those around former industrial sites, remain quiet and deserted after dark. We recommend choosing routes close to busy areas if you're out late at night.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;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 is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#2979cf26\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane.png\" alt=\"loire plane\" class=\"wp-image-9426\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane.png 400w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/loire-plane-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">It's time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Trentemoult safe?<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Nantes\/Nantes-ville\/i-gMG8dHG\/1\/095218c7\/L\/nantes-village-trentemoult-L.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful streets in the village of Trentemoult in Nantes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The village of <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-trentemoult-nantes-navibus\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3542\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trentemoult<\/a>, accessible by Navibus from downtown, is a quiet and safe neighborhood, even in the evening. Its residential atmosphere and colorful alleyways make it a peaceful place, perfect for a leisurely stroll.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><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\">PLAN YOUR TRIP IN  <br\/><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire Valley<\/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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>The castles of the Loire Valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best ch\u00e2teaux in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping in a castle in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-loire-valley-castles-with-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best family castles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-castles-list-chateaux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List with over 100 castles<\/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\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-de-Chenonceau\/i-B8wzgnf\/0\/0c8c0706\/L\/chateau-chenonceau-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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Other<\/strong> <strong>places to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-loire-valley-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/towns-loire-valley-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns along the Loire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful villages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-gardens-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/que-faire-angers-visiter\/\">Things to do in Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-amboise-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/flight-hot-air-balloon-castles-loire-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hot-air balloon ride<\/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\/General\/i-DrhL7mp\/0\/bb0d2dae\/L\/vue-loire-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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-loire-valley-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-nantes-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in Nantes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-angers-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-tours-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-aeroport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais<\/a>...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">How to get to the Loire Valley - article to come<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-3-days-itinerary-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-4-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castles-7-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Weekends: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/weekend-unusual-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/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\/Villes-Loire\/i-L5mq7xV\/0\/207cbe42\/L\/nantes-villes-elephant-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-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\">All our tips (coming soon)<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<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/emmanuel-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-rHp5vtv\/0\/DxhGfR3RHZSTt9vfBxH7TBtFTC5vkk673Gmjm7MHS\/L\/manu-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>HE MADE THE TRIP <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Manu<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire img_julie\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/julie-joly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-T3sDhGd\/0\/CrBSnP9JCLV3gSG4MfSQMF7p5T5WvCMbtWr4wqQ2D\/L\/julie-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE WROTE THE ARTICLE \n <\/span><span 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