Chéméré

Chéméré

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownChéméréArthon-en-Retz at 2.2 km (5 min)
Insee code44040Saint-Hilaire-de-Chaléons at 4.5 km (5 min)
Postcode44680Chauvé at 8.9 km (9 min)
Latitude47.1222230Rouans at 9 km (9 min)
Longitude-1.9151100Sainte-Pazanne at 10.1 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 2 to 60 metersVue at 10.1 km (11 min)
Surface37.31 km²Bourgneuf-en-Retz at 10.6 km (13 min)
Population2083 inhabitantsLa Bernerie-en-Retz at 15.5 km (15 min)
Density55 inhabitants/km²Saint-Mars-de-Coutais at 16.2 km (15 min)
Chief townNantes (at 35 km, 37 min)Frossay at 16.5 km (16 min)
DepartmentLoire-AtlantiquePornic at 17.2 km (16 min)
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Chéméré covers 3731 hectares. Forest covers 650 Prince. It was planted by Harscoet de Rais in the late 17th century. Its broad avenues leading to the Memorial Cross Vendéen, built in memory of the massacres during the Wars of Vendée. A few steps away stands the menhir of the stones. Not far from the forest remain the ruins of the castle of Prince in which successive Lords, including the famous de Retz Gilles de Rais also known as Bluebeard. Near the castle, the Enchanted Isles surprise. The garden inspired by Italian art consists of five islands separated by canals and linked by wooden walkways. They have emerged first approaches the third of the 17th century and were the work of Henri de Gondi, 2nd Duke of Retz, grand-son of Albert de Gondi.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Historical, cultural and natural
  • Forest Prince.
  • The Cross of Remembrance Vendéen.
  • The menhir of stones.
  • Castle Noirbreuil.
  • The remains of the castle of Prince Road View.
  • The Mansion of Prince Nine.
  • Castle Wood Rouaud.
  • The Enchanted Isles.
  • The cross du Loup Pendu: it would be present since time immemorial. It reminds visitors that the forest of Prince, formerly very extensive, was home to a world of wild animals and obscure and legendary causing fear in people. Legend has it that the cross takes its name from the fact that the last wolf in the forest has been suspended one of its branches after being shot.
  • The Cross Malhar: Cross is the second oldest of the town with that of the Loup Pendu. The too close to it with the road to Nantes having too damaged, it was replaced by a concrete cross.
  • The Church of St. John the Baptist was destroyed during the Revolution in 1794, was rebuilt between 1875 and 1879, and was designed by architect Henry Gelec. The bell tower, it will be built in 1794. The bells are acting, are called Fernande-Adeline, Marie-Rose and Jeanne-Marie.
  • The theme park: crossed by the White is a beautiful and pleasant place for rest and walks.
  • Hiking:
  • The circuit of the Oaks (10 km / 2 hours).
  • The circuit of the Enchanted Isles (28 km / 7 hours).
Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of the Bois-Rouaud
Natural sitesForest of Princé

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • The Park Festival which takes place in June
  • Ball-Trap on the last weekend of June
  • Hiking the harvest on the last Sunday of September.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Heritage Maritime and River:
  • The Semaphore Point St. Gildas in Préfailles.
  • Pornic, the upper town and its old castle.
  • The Marine Museum in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins.
  • The Maritime Canal of Lower Loire, also known as Canal Maritime de la Martiniere to Frossay.
  • Paimboeuf, pre-historic port of Nantes.
  • Historical and Cultural Heritage:
  • The repository of old crafts and home of the wash house in Saint-Père-en-Retz.
  • The Chapel of Prigny and the lantern of the dead to Moutiers-en-Retz.
  • Know-how:
  • The pottery of Pornic.
  • The Making of Cakes St-Michel Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef.
  • The Fraiseraie in Pornic.
  • The cheese of Pornic Curé Nantais.
  • The brewery of the Côte de Jade Pornic.
  • Parks:
  • Wild Planet in Port-Saint-Père: safari trail of 10 km and marine city which hosts the dolphins.
  • The Great Park of the Legends: a site of 33 hectares devoted to animals, tales, legends and superstitions. 3 shows.
  • Cities around:
  • Saint-Nazaire and yards of the Atlantic.
  • Nantes, a city of art and history.
PHOTOS
Chéméré Recreational Park
 
Amusement Park in the town of Chéméré
Coat of arms of the municipality of Chéméré
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 16 February
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Boschet    
9.9
Arthon-en-Retz
At the heart of a village in the Pays de Retz, along hiking trails and 15 km from Pornic, we welcome you in a renovated traditional buildings in a healthy way (Ecogîte). Independent...
Located 8.6 km from Chéméré60 € the double room 
La maison de Béné    SPECIAL OFFER
Fresnay-en-Retz
You long to rest, quiet and relaxation? Dreaming of a break of fresh air and scenery? Or are you simply looking for authenticity? Then discover the house of beneficiary. If you love...
Located 10.7 km from ChéméréFrom 55 € to 60 € the double room 
Demeure les Arabesques 4 Epis,    
9.7
Port-Saint-Père
A beautiful avenue lined with trees, reveals a beautiful fold of the sixteenth century. Welcome to the Abode Arabesques, you're in the Loire Atlantique Britain. After many years has...
Located 11.3 km from ChéméréFrom 88 € to 123 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le chant des oiseaux
Arthon-en-Retz
At the heart of a hamlet, in the end an impasse, views of the countryside, along hiking trails and 15 km from Pornic, birdsong awaits you. Cottage bungalow surrounded by a garden of...
Located 8.6 km from ChéméréFrom 257 € to 632 € per week 
Domaine du Collet - location mobil home  
10
Les Moutiers-en-Retz
In front of the Atlantic ocean beside a small fishing harbour this three star camping place “Domaine du Collet” offers its customers a different and specific quality of sojourn, thanks...
Located 11.2 km from ChéméréFrom 200 € to 700 € per week 
Maison avec accès direct à la plage
La Plaine-sur-Mer
Welcome to the schooner jade: the land of cakes Saint Michel welcomes you in a home on the waterfront: the sea off the coast of Jade waiting for you at the foot of the staircase at...
Located 20 km from ChéméréFrom 350 € to 900 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping la chênaie à pornic    
7.2
Pornic
A Pornic, in Loire Atlantique, camping Chênaie **** is ideally situated close to shops and beaches. This family campsite welcomes you in a remarkably large area with trees and landscaping....
Located 11.8 km from Chéméré12 € per day 
Le patisseau  
Pornic
At Pornic, The Patisseau welcomes you in its green landscape. Come enjoy all the services and entertainment d? A real campsite 4 stars. NEW 2009: outdoor heated pool area with spa,...
Located 12.2 km from ChéméréFrom 26 € to 42 € per day 
Camping bel essor    
8.3
Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
The campsite bel essor has retained a spirit traditionnel. Ici the family atmosphere and the green promotes calm and rest. For ideal vacation, camping is situated close to the center...
Located 19 km from ChéméréFrom 11.90 € to 15.90 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Grand Large     
8.2
La Bernerie-en-Retz
Le Grand Large, located in the seaside town of Bernerie-en-Retz in the Pays-de-la-Loire region, is a Breton-style hotel with a terrace offering views of the sea. The guest rooms at...
Located 10.5 km from ChéméréRoom from 45 €
Demeure Les Arabesques    
9
Port-Saint-Père
Located in the Loire-Atlantique region, the Demeure Les Arabesques is a 20-minute drive from Nantes and Pornic station. It offers an outdoor swimming pool. Guest rooms at the Demeure...
Located 11.3 km from ChéméréRoom from 70 €
Auberge La Fontaine Aux Bretons     
8.7
Pornic
Situated between land and sea, on 12 hectares of land, this Auberge is a former farm that has been transformed into a cosy residence with an outdoor swimming pool. The rooms at the...
Located 11.8 km from ChéméréRoom from 70 €

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